New training requirements for working at heights announced
December 10, 2014 The Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) has announced changes to Regulation 297/13: Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training that will come into effect on April 1, 2015. As of that date, workers on construction sites will need
Debris Netting Update from the IHSA
The IHSA has worked on a proposal for a new regulation to include the use of Debris Nets on buildings under construction to the betterment of health and safety to both workers and the general public. The proposal is currently under review and subject
New Working at Heights Training Standard – from IHSA
The Ministry of Labour's Chief Prevention Officer hasestablished a new training standard in Ontario forworking at heights. IHSA has embarked on an awareness campaign to ensure that our members know about the standard and that IHSA'sWorking at Heights program meets its