Is Silica Dust Bad For You
Silica Dust: The Invisible Risk You Can’t Ignore Every year, construction workers across Ontario are exposed to silica dust. Long-term exposure can lead to silicosis, lung cancer, and other irreversible health conditions. The danger is invisible, but the impact is life-changing. Ontario Regulation 833 (Control of Exposure to Biological or Chemical Agents) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act require employers to [...]
Ontario Fire Safety Code Changes Coming January 1, 2026
Fire Safety Plan Changes Coming January 1, 2026 The recent updates to Part 4 of the Ontario Fire Code, which harmonize it with the National Fire Code of Canada, have a significant impact on emergency plans, particularly for buildings The code now requires more explicit and detailed spill control procedures to be integrated into the overarching fire safety plan. These [...]
WHMIS 2025: What Changed and What Canadian Workplaces Need to Know?
WHMIS 2025 introduces new hazard classes, updated labels, and stricter SDS rules. Learn what’s changing and how Canadian workplaces can stay compliant.
Why Do I Need Confined Space Training In Ontario?
Confined space training in Ontario is more than a legal requirement, it’s a lifesaving necessity. Learn how proper training protects your team, ensures compliance with OHSA, and keeps your workplace prepared for emergencies.
Holiday Road Safety Awareness
As employees head out for well-deserved summer vacations, it’s important to keep health and safety in mind. Workers should be encouraged to consider all the safety tips we use daily at work while on vacation or travelling. A little planning goes a long way in ensuring everyone enjoys their time off and comes back refreshed and ready to work safely. [...]
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