As a business owner or manager, you have a responsibility to prioritize the well-being of your employees. Not only is it ethically sound, but it also has a positive impact on your business. When your employees feel supported and valued, they are more likely to be productive, engaged, and loyal to your organization. One way [...]
Health and safety consultants in Ontario can play a critical role in helping employers comply with the changes to the OHSA. With their expertise, they can help employers develop effective health and safety programs, conduct workplace reviews, and address any health and safety concerns that arise. Therefore, it is highly recommended that employers seek the [...]
As someone who works in a provincially regulated businesses in Canada, you have both rights and responsibilities. The same applies to employers. Some of the most important responsibilities of employers involve implementing and enforcing an Ontario workplace health and safety program. Employer Responsibilities A program for workplace health and safety in Ontario benefits employees in [...]
In Canada, business owners, employers, and lessees not only need to understand the PSR but also implement and enforce it. Only then can they expect workers to comply with the rules and codes. However, it’s just as important for engineers who perform a pre-startup safety review to fully understand the process. Protecting Companies and Employees [...]
To qualify as an engineer who performs health and safety reviews, an individual must have expertise in a specific field of engineering along with Canadian codes and standards. However, for companies that utilize machinery as part of their operations, an engineer requires even more expertise. Specifically, they need to know the right way to conduct [...]
Businesses that handle, store, and dispense flammable liquids face several serious safety concerns. Do you have any contingencies to handle potential hazards? Is your staff aware of safety protocols specific to flammable liquid storage? Your workforce must also have the knowledge and training necessary to handle flammable liquids in a safe and compliant way. Read [...]
When it comes to using machinery and equipment, nothing is more important than staying safe. Even seemingly harmless devices can cause injuries to operators and other people. To reduce harm and other incidents, employees should follow certain regulations. These requirements also help to ensure efficiency in the workplace. A pre-start health and safety review can [...]
Regardless of the type of work you perform, safety should also be at the forefront of everything you do. Nothing matters more than employees staying free from injury and illness on the job. Of course, some industries are more prone to accidents and incidents than others. For example, if you work in a production or [...]
