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This pocket-sized handbook includes a proof of training card on the back cover. Topics include: objectives and requirements of a traffic control person, equipment needed, safety tips, preparations and checklists, rights and regulations. 3½” x 5½”. 20 pages. 2010 edition.
This 8-page booklet is designed to protect the safety of workers constructing basements on residential projects.
These guidelines provide a simplified, concise, consistent and enforceable procedure for implementing the portion of the Occupational Health and Safety Act that deals with Joint Health and Safety Committees. 6 pages.
These guidelines provide a simplified, concise, consistent and enforceable procedure for implementing the portion of the Occupational Health and Safety Act that deals exclusively with Worker Trades Committees. 5 pages.
Advice on how to develop Emergency Response Procedures for construction projects. 8 pages. 2003 ed.
A comprehensive guide geared to mid- to large-sized contractors for developing and implementing an effective health and safety program. 35 pages. Revised, July 2008.
This special issue of Construction Safety magazine focuses on young workers: why they're more at risk for accidents and how to help protect them. 8 pages.
This issue of Construction Safety magazine describes the most common occupational health and disease hazards and how to control them.
The Contractor's Toolkit can help firms develop or improve their health and safety progam. It contains resources to help you comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations as well as Ministry of Labour audits and inspections. Revised Jan 2010.
Explains step-by-step how to conduct a thorough accident investigation, then demonstrates real-life situations through two case histories. Revised Nov 2010.
Covers planning, pre-flight briefing, responsibilities, ground crew procedures, and signalling. 20 pages. 2000 edition.
This product is currently under revision.
Covers sling materials, configurations, angles, working load limits, centre of gravity, and other aspects of safe sling use. 36 pages. 2000 edition.
Protection and prevention measures for glass wool, mineral wool, and refractory ceramic fibres. Includes carcinogenic classifications and air sampling data. 26 pages. 2005 edition.
A comprehensive handbook for dealing safely with asbestos. Complies with the new Asbestos Regulation 278/05. 70 pages. Revised, 2008. Reprinted, 2012.
The catalogue features a comprehensive list of the products, training, auditing, and consulting services we offer, along with descriptions, images, and prices. Also includes a training registration form and product order form. 2010 edition.
The Price Guide that accompanies the IHSA Health and Safety Catalogue (IHSA002). Updated May 2011.
This four-panel brochure contains helpful health and safety information relevant to the aggregate sector.
Precautions covering most aspects of electrical construction and maintenance work. 130 pages. 2008 edition.
To be used by supervisors and trainers to meet the requirements for training traffic control persons. 16 pages. Revised July 2011.
IHSA loans videos to its members at no cost for a period of two (2) weeks. To help users plan training meetings etc., materials have been grouped into broad subject categories.
The Trenching Safety manual provides an introduction to trenching hazards. Contents include: soil types, causes of cave-ins, protection and safeguards, and emergency procedures. 32 pages. Revised, Nov 2010.
Contains everything you need to recognize and protect yourself against construction health and safety hazards. 350 pages. Revised, Nov 2010.
Le Manuel de santé et sécurité de l’industrie de la construction est le guide en matière de santé et sécurité le plus complet de l’Association ontarienne de la sécurité dans la construction. C’est un outil essentiel pour tous les travailleurs. Édition 2008.
A comprehensive safety manual, similar to Construction Health and Safety Manual (M029), developed for six trades: boilermakers, millwrights, refrigeration and air-conditioning mechanics, pipe trades, sprinkler and fire protection trades, and insulators. Jan 2009 ed.
Helps fulfill the requirements for annual WHMIS update training. Includes review material, a questionnaire, and a punch-out card to be issued upon completion of training. Revised, Feb 2009. 12 pages.
Ce cahier peut être utilisé pour la révision annuelle obligatoire de Système d’information sur les matières dangereuses utilisées au travail (SIMDUT). 17 pages.
Designed for field and classroom use, this book covers major subjects from IHSA’s Rigging Manual (RM001) and Mobile Crane Manual (MC001). Revised, Sep 2009.
Modules 1 to 3 of the home study course deal with Elements of Supervision, Motivation and Communication and Legal Responsibilities. 144 pages.
Modules 4 to 6 of the home study course deal with Health and Safety Programs, Site Emergencies and Accident Investigation, and Construction Injuries and Fatalities. 116 pages.
The Workbook and Answer Book requires that you apply the lessons learned in the previous six modules of the home study program to various case studies and scenarios. 152 pages
A guide outlining the proper procedures for the erection and dismantling of frame shoring towers. 16 pages.
This manual contains everything Homebuilders need to recognize and protect themselves against construction health and safety hazards. 2006 edition.
As of Jan 2007, the pdf version is in colour.
New 2008 edition. This manual covers health and safety for formwork in construction. Topics include: site preparation, material handling, assembly, erecting formwork, concrete, stripping and removal. 68 pages. 2008 edition.
This poster reminds workers to "Place guardrails around openings". 17” x 22”.
The smaller version of the fall protection posters measures 8½” x 11” and conveys the message, "Tie Off: Falls Are Killing Us". 3-colour. Paper.
The smaller version of the fall protection posters measures 8½” x 11” and conveys the message, "Falls Are Killing Us: Tie Off". 3-colour. Paper.
Depending on the type of material and the extent of contamination, the Mould Remediation Chart helps determine what actions, clean-up methods, personal protective equipment (PPE) and containment measures should be taken.
This product is currently under revision.
This poster reminds workers to look out for overhead powerlines. Colour. 17" x 22" (High Res). 8 1/2" x 11" (PDF).
This poster reminds workers to wear their seatbelt when operating heavy equipment. Colour. 17" x 22" (High Res). 8 1/2" x 11" (PDF).
Guidelines for using GFCIs used on portable generators in construction. Illustrated with diagrams and photographs. 8½” x 11”. 20 pages. 1997 edition.
There are two versions of the Fall Protection stickers which convey the messages "Tie Off" and "Falls Are Killing Us". They measure 2 1/2" in diameter and come in a sheet with 10 stickers per sheet.
The Safety Talks manual covers a wide variety of safety topics for the construction industry. By presenting the information in a concise and easily digestible format, you can prevent an injury or save a life in just 5 minutes. Revised May, 2008.
Constructors and employers are required to provide worker training. This chart compiles all the training requirements for each type of construction work. Revised, April 2012. 8 pages. Colour.
This guide contains important information for Health and Safety Representatives. Also available as a pull-out in the Spring 2007 edition of Construction Safety magazine. 4 pages.
Because project managers represent management on the project, they are not exempt from responsibilities or liability for health and safety. Project managers can play a clear and proactive role in injury and illness prevention.
Improving your Bottom Line Through Health and Safety
This guide describes some of the financial benefits of investing in health and safety. Includes tips for managing health and safety and outlines responsibilities of owners and managers.
This guide contains important health and safety information for supervisors. Sections include:
Hand signals for concrete pumping.
Hand signals for pendant cranes.
Hand signals for pile driving.
Hand signals for ready mix drivers.
A health and safety manual developed for the Elevator and Escalator trades. 38 pages.
This advisory contains helpful information for the excavator about locating underground utilities before starting to dig. 1 page.
This research report indicates that increased supervisor training leads to fewer lost-time injuries.
This poster reminds workers to look out for their co-workers. 11" x 8 1/2". Colour.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
This guide can help you put together a heat stress prevention plan that would allow workers to regulate their own pace of work, rest breaks, and fluid intake in hot conditions. Also includes a chart outlining first aid response for heat illness. 5 pages.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for insulation workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for ironworkers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for operating engineers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for refrigeration workers and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
A four-page booklet with prevention information for painters and a diagnostic toolkit for physicians and primary health providers.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires that a project owner identify designated substances on the project and provide a list to prospective constructors as part of the tendering information. This guide provides info on preparing the owner's report and includes a report form. 5 pages.
This poster shows you how to set up a ladder at a safe angle. Colour. 8 1/2" x 11".
This poster reminds you that roofing tools include fall protection. Print this poster and post at your workplace. Colour. 8 1/2" x 11". (PDF file).
This poster reminds you that a safe site is a clean site and to throw out tripping hazards. Print this poster and post at your workplace. Colour. 8 1/2" x 11". (PDF file).
This poster gives workers some helpful tips to prevent falls from ladders. Full Colour PDF. 8 1/2" x 11".
This poster reminds workers to cover all floor openings to prevent falls. Full Colour PDF. 8 1/2" x 11".
This poster illustrates the proper elements of a safe scaffold. Full Colour PDF. 8 1/2" x 11".
The following procedures provide fall protection to workers during the placing and installation of roof trusses. The guide outlines three methods of installing roof trusses using three types of scaffolds. 21 pages. Black and white.
This profile can help rodworkers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help masonry workers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help drywallers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help homebuilders working on concrete floors and drains identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help workers in the carpentry finishing trade identify MSD hazards in their job and learn how to control them.
This profile can help flooring workers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help framers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help general labourers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help plumbers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help roofers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This poster contains tips to help workers in the masonry trade reduce musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
This profile can help roofers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help millwrights identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help boilermakers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help sheetmetal workers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help refrigeration and air conditioning workers identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This profile can help carpenters identify MSD hazards in their job and how to control them.
This guide can help workers in the civil construction trade identify musculoskeletal hazards in their job and learn how to control them.
This guide can help workers in the tile and terrazzo trade identify musculoskeletal hazards in their job and learn how to control them.
This guide can help workers in the demolition trade identify musculoskeletal hazards in their job and learn how to control them.
This poster contains tips to help workers in the terrazzo, tile, and natural stone trade reduce musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
This guide can help workers in the high-rise forming trade identify musculoskeletal hazards in their job and learn how to control them.
Contains a guide for assessing noise exposure and determining the need for hearing protection. Shows you how to make sure that you’re wearing earplugs and earmuffs properly. Lists recommendations for employers, supervisors and workers on how to prevent hearing loss. 4 pages.
This poster shows you how to choose the right respirator for the job and how to properly fit, clean and store it.
