 Monthly News & Updates October | 2024 MLITSD News and Events Construction Health and Safety Program Report The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) puts together a report for the Provincial Labor Management Health and Safety Committee each month with an overview of events, court bulletins, and statistics. This report is generally available the first week of the month and is posted on the IHSA website. Access report 2024-2025 Compliance Campaign From April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, MLITSD inspectors will be focusing on several areas, sector specific. Please take a look below for more information on your particular sector’s compliance campaign initiatives and available resources through IHSA. You can also find more information on the campaigns here. Construction MLITSD Construction inspectors will conduct two enforcement campaigns; Falls from heights in single-family residential and multi-family residential including residential re-roofing and struck by material, equipment and vehicles To assist stakeholders with achieving compliance IHSA is highlighting the following resources this month: Falls Low Slope Roofing Health and Safety Manual Floor and roof openings Safety TalkWhat can roofers do? Article Struck-by Wire rope slings VideoHand Signal Cards (V006)H&R TrainingSecuring Loads Safety Talk Surface Mining & Aggregates Mining inspectors will check that employers are: meeting the new requirements set out in section 182 of Regulation 854 for developing and maintaining an airborne hazards management program that came into force of Sept. 1, 2023 Visit IHSA’s Aggregate page to watch a joint webinar on the requirements of this campaign and locate other supporting resources. Specialized Professional Service Worker exposure to chemical agents in the workplace, and WHMIS training based on the amended Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR). To assist stakeholders with achieving compliance during the year-long campaigns, IHSA is highlighting the following resources this month: IHSA’s Silica Control Tool topic page Current occupational exposure limits for Ontario workplaces WHMIS – A guide to the legislation Legislative Updates Consultation on a new regulation proposal for Posting Records of Washroom Cleaning The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) is seeking feedback on a potential new regulation under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) that would require certain workplace parties to ensure that records of cleaning of washroom facilities are posted. The proposed regulation would apply to the wide range of workplaces that fall under the OHSA, including construction projects, industrial establishments, mines, farming operations and healthcare facilities. Consequential amendments to existing sector regulations under the OHSA are also proposed. Consultation ends October 18th, 2024 Learn More Reminder: Starting January 1, 2025, Menstrual Products on Construction Projects Ontario Regulation 213/91, Section 28.1 has been amended to require menstrual products on construction projects where twenty or more workers are regularly employed at a project. This comes into force on January 1, 2025. Learn More IHSA News and Events Upcoming improvements to the NCSO® and NHSA™ program and new application portal launch We are excited to announce that IHSA is improving the NCSO® and NHSA™ process and requirements to incorporate valuable feedback and ensure continued alignment with the Canadian Federation of Construction Safety Associations (CFCSA). These enhancements will make it easier for applicants to complete the application process, provide more support to employers, and prioritize compliance. Learn More  Register Now Registration Open: NCSO®/NHSA™ Educational Conference Join us on November 21, 2024, for the third annual NCSO®/NHSA™ Educational Conference. This half-day virtual event will provide attendees with an opportunity to increase their knowledge of essential health and safety topics and learn more about key areas important to maintaining their NCSO®/NHSA™ status. Topics will include: Fall Protection: Workplace Specific Training/Work PlansMental Health – Breaking the StigmaNCSO®/NHSA™ updatesMLITSD’: What to expect when we’re inspectingThe Maguire Story: See Something, Do Something Attendees will be required to register in advance for this event. More details to follow.  Learn More An important update on COR® in Ontario As of March 3, 2025, IHSA will no longer issue COR® 2020 equivalency to firms with ISO 45001:2018 certification. This change will ensure all firms holding COR® certification have met the same requirements and have been evaluated using the COR® standard.  Book your 2025 training Book 2025 training at your office location by December 31, 2024, for a chance to win one (1) of 25 days of free consulting services. Learn more about our training services and find a course that works for your organization Featured IHSA resources Access App Updated: Construction Legislation App IHSA’s Construction Safety web app has been redesigned! It summarizes health and safety requirements (in English and French) for 50-plus topics to give you clear, actionable guidance for ensuring jobsite compliance. Use Safari or Chrome to access the app.  Download Sticker Slow Down Move Over Sticker This 8.25″ x 8.25″ bumper sticker reminds drivers to use caution when approaching and passing emergency responders, tow truck operators and construction workers, working at the roadside. The sticker is available as a free download in a print-ready format—so that it can be produced by your printer of choice, in the quantity that you need.  Register for manager training Register for worker training Register Now: The Working Mind for the Trades IHSA is partnering with Opening Minds, a division of the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) to pilot a new training program designed to reduce stigma surrounding mental illness in trade-sector workplaces. The courses have been adapted for trades sectors from Opening Minds’ The Working Mind, an evidence-based learning program developed to help Ontario workplaces better understand mental illness and foster psychologically healthy and safe working environments.  Latest podcast episodes available The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario. The latest episodes include: Episode 90:Impact of Senior Management on the Performance of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) Episode 91: The Working Mind for the Trades Episode 92: The Impact of Workplace Injuries – The Story of Amber Hiuser Listen now  View Video Keep Your Promise Video Everyone has the right to come home healthy and safe. Watch our latest video on YouTube to learn more about how you can keep your promise to those who count on you Industry News and Events  Toronto Metropolitan University seeking study participants Researchers at @TorontoMet (TMU) are seeking participants for their Occupational Health and Safety Awareness of New Immigrant Versus Established Immigrant Construction Workers study. Learn more and complete the survey here. Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month® Did you know IHSA has many mental health related tools and resources that can help you celebrate Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month®? IHSA’s goal of primary prevention of harm to workers along with the promotion of worker total well-being (health) aligns with the goals of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month®, which are to: Increase awareness of the need for a comprehensive approach to workplace health in Canada that is influenced by the four elements of a healthy workplace: Healthy Lifestyles Workplace Culture and Mental Health Physical Environment Corporate Social Responsibility Provide healthy workplace tools, resources and best practice examples through https://healthyworkplacemonth.ca/ to help organizations create healthy workplaces with benefits for employees and themselves Increase the number of healthy workplaces in Canada Do you have a plan in place to improve your workplace health? Check out IHSA’s Employer Toolkit for guidance on how to develop your plan.  Learn More Upcoming CRE-MSD Webinars CRE-MSD has a series of webinars occurring over the next few months related to; Training Caregivers to Use Safer Patterns of Movement With PostureCoachVisual Ergonomics: Lighting Design and MSD PreventionAI and Markerless Motion Capture for Ergonomic Assessments  Registration Open! Workplace Wellness Champion Series Whether you are a Workplace Wellness Champion, a Wellness Committee member, an informal or formal leader, or have a passion for workplace wellness in your organization, you will want to check out this upcoming opportunity! The Thunder Bay District Health Unit is pleased to announce the upcoming Workplace Wellness Champion Series. Registered participants can attend live or view the recordings. Click here learn more and register. What’s new Stay updated on current news from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development  Read more Fleet Safety Council and Transportation related News Access monthly updates, news, and events from the Fleet Safety Council and the transportation industry that IHSA supports. Visit the Fleet Safety Council website  Industry Dates IHSA Annual General Meeting October 4 Mental Illness Awareness Week October 6-12 Fire Prevention Week October 6-12 World Mental Health Day October 10 Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month Employment Awareness Month National Disability Awareness Month |
