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Winter Weather is Upon Us
The cold temperatures and icy conditions that are often a part of Canadian winters can cause hazards at the workplace.
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The Working for Workers Five Act (Bill 190) is now law: Learn how inspectors will check for compliance
The Working for Workers Five Act, 2024 (Bill 190) received Royal Assent on October 28, 2024. The bill makes changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), the Employment Standards Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act.
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Tips for holiday safety
Holidays can be busy and joyous times but holiday decorations and new toys can bring risks along with festive cheer. Stay safe by knowing how to manage the health or safety hazards of holiday items you bring into your home. Minimize your risks by following the safety tips on this page.
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7 Winter Weather Construction Safety Tips
Construction doesn’t stop when winter weather strikes, so it’s important to know what steps to take to keep your workers warm and safe. Before the next major winter storm starts to impact your area with snow and ice accumulation, be prepared and review these winter weather safety tips for keeping your workers safe. READ MORE
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Winter Driving
Along with colder temperatures, snow, and ice, winter also brings potentially dangerous driving conditions. Slippery roads and decreased visibility can make driving in Canadian winters a challenge. Get prepared by following a few simple tips, provided by Public Safety Canada in collaboration with the Canadian Automobile Association. READ MORE
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Breaking the Stigma: Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace
Friday January 31, 2025 - Club Roma
Lunch & Learn - Limited space - sign up for the session today.
*Sponsorship Opportunities Available.
Proceeds to benefit Canadian Mental Health Association - Niagara
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What are catalytic converters and why are they being stolen?
A catalytic converter is a vital element of your car’s exhaust system, located on the underside of your vehicle. Catalytic converters control emissions by turning harmful exhaust pollutants into safer gasses. In order to do this, the technology behind catalytic converters uses precious metals including platinum, palladium and rhodium. The precious metals contained within the catalytic converter are the main reason this theft occurs.
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Trenching & Excavation
Trenching and excavation work can be dangerous if proper procedures are not followed. Hazards include cave-ins, struck-by injuries, electrical contact, and slips, trips, and falls.
The Excavations section (Part III, s. 222 to 242) of the Construction Projects regulation (213/91) applies to all excavating and trenching operations. It identifies the various types of soils and specifies the type of shoring and timbering to be used for each. It spells out the precautions that must be taken before an excavation is begun and the requirements for trench support systems that must be designed by a professional engineer.
It is important to understand the difference between the terms trench and excavation.
An excavation is a hole left in the ground as the result of removing material. A trench is an excavation in which the depth exceeds the width. READ MORE
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Don’t Make A Fatal Mistake: 7 Ways to Avoid Drinking and Driving Over the Holidays
The holidays are a great time filled with parties, dinners, get-togethers, and festive cheer with friends and loved ones. Generally, that festive cheer includes alcohol… and for some, quite a bit of it.
With so many ways to avoid drinking and driving, it’s hard to understand why some people make the fatal mistake of getting behind the wheel.
It’s just not worth it. There are tons of ways to avoid drinking and driving, and we’re here to make sure you know your options. Here’s a list of the best choices to make to keep yourself, and others, safe this holiday season. Read More
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Ontario’s Excess Soil Program
If you are involved in excavating, managing or reusing excess soil in Ontario you may be required to file notices in RPRA’s Excess Soil Registry.
New to Ontario’s Excess Soil Program? Here’s what you need to know.
Use the linked resource above to learn more about who is required to file, the quick steps for submitting a notice, and other key information to help navigate the process.
For help accessing and navigating the Excess Soil Registry, visit RPRA’s training materials webpage or contact RPRA’s Registry Support Team at registry@rpra.ca or toll-free at 1-833-600-0530.
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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.
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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
Struck-by
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2025 premium rates the lowest they've been in more than 50 years
We’re lowering the average premium rate for Ontario businesses in 2025 to $1.25, the lowest it’s been in more than 50 years.
We’ve cut the average premium rate by more than 50 per cent over the last decade, resulting in cumulative savings for businesses of approximately $18.6 billion since 2017. Ontario businesses will save approximately $150 million next year compared to 2024, which can be invested in new jobs, technology, and health and safety improvements.
Businesses can sign up or log in to online services to view their 2025 premium rate(s) now.
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MLITSD Ministry of Labour, Immigration Training & Skills Development Report for:
November 2024
Click above for full reports (critical injuries, fatalities, Provincial Coordinator's Comment, incidence details and codes, news)
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WSIB Health and Safety Excellence program
IF YOU ARE A SMALL BUSINESS (99 or fewer employees), YOU'LL WANT TO FIND OUT MORE!
The WSIB is offering an extra financial incentive to small businesses, in addition to the regular Rebate!
You may have received a phone call or email from the WSIB informing you about the WSIB H & S Excellence program. We are pleased to bring this to our members in partnership with Safety Works Consulting Inc., as the WSIB-approved Provider.
If you would like more information on another WSIB Rebate, please CONTACT US for information on the WSIB H & S Excellence program.
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GAIN THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE OF GOLD SEAL CERTIFICATION - Gold Seal Webinars
The Gold Seal Certification program has been the industry’s most trusted, valued, and reliable certification for those in the management of construction. Gold Seal Certified (GSC) credentials demonstrate your commitment to the profession and your expertise through certifying education, experience, and competency.
Ever wonder what it takes to get Gold Seal Certified?
Find out the answers to these questions and more:
• Do I qualify to write the Gold Seal exam?
• Do I need more experience or training?
• What information do I need to apply?
• What is the application process through the online portal?
Watch a recording of a Gold Seal information session here.
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NCA Training Courses
(membership discounts)
♦ Live Webinars
♦ Online
Please request the most recent training newsletter here.
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Safety courses created to enhance health and safety awareness and help prevent injures to workers, e.g. Confined Space Safety Awareness, Pipeline Construction Safety Training and more - safety and management courses. Click HERE for available courses.
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Helpful H&S Resources and Information | |
Ministry of Labour, Training & Skilled Trades NEWSROOM
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Stay up to date with the latest industry safety news and training by clicking here. | |
Check out this valuable resource by clicking here.
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Check out this valuable resource by clicking here.
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Click Here for WSIB Newsletter
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PARTNERS ALIGNED TOGETHER FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY
NCA has made safety awareness a primary initiative for our Association.
We have launched our PATHS initiative, Partners Aligned Together for Health and Safety, formally making a stronger commitment to safety awareness and training.
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