We have worked with a variety of companies to address prevention-related issues. Our prevention teams have extensive experience with providing organizations with expertise, guidance, support and thought leadership in the following areas:
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Aggregates
Information about hazards in the aggregate industry and how to prevent them.
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Asbestos
Information about asbestos training, and resources on how to control exposure to asbestos-containing material.
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Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR)
Mandatory registration system that monitors the safety performance of large truck and bus operators.
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Confined Spaces
Information on health and safety hazards associated with working in a confined space.
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Constructing and using ice roads in Ontario
Learn the basic steps for planning, designing, constructing, and operating ice roads.
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Construction Health and Safety Manual
Our most comprehensive health and safety guide. It's a must-have for every construction worker and helps you recognize and protect yourself against health and safety hazards.
Disponible en français: Manuel de santé et sécurité de l'industrie de la construction
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Cranes and Concrete Pumps
Accidents involving tower cranes, mobile cranes, and concrete pumps can have tragic consequences for workers and the public.
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Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a leading cause of driving-related deaths in Ontario. This section provides information and resources about driver safety and eliminating distractions.
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Diving Operations
Are you planning a diving operation in Ontario? Divers employed in Ontario are required to comply with the requirements of Diving Operations (Ontario Regulation 629/94) and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
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Electrical Hazards
Protective measures against electrical hazards such as electric shock, arc flash and powerline contact.
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Fall Prevention and Working at Heights
Fall protection training and resources on how to protect yourself or your workers from falls from heights.
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Fleet Safety Council
An association of driver trainers and safety professionals helping to promote safety within the transportation industry.
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Getting Started
This section will provide you with the resources you need to "get started" on the path to health and safety.
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Health and Safety Policy and Program
Sample documents to help you develop a health and safety policy and program or revise your existing one.
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Health and Safety Representatives
Information on powers, duties, and training requirements for those who are interested in becoming their company's H & S Rep.
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Heat Stress
How to recognize the symptoms of heat stress and implement ways to prevent it.
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Heavy Equipment
The dangers of working with heavy vehicles or equipment and information on establishing safety measures such as traffic control procedures.
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Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification
Training courses to become a certified member of a Joint Health and Safety Committee.
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Lift Smartly
Heavy or repetitive lifting can hurt your back and lead to a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD).
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New, Young, and Experienced Workers
The age, background, and experience level of a worker can have an impact on the hazards they may be exposed to and the type of injuries they may face in the workplace.
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Motor Vehicle Incidents
How to avoid motor vehicle accidents.
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Musculoskeletal Disorders and Ergonomics
Resources to help you recognize, assess and control ergonomic hazards that could lead to painful and costly musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
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National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO)
A certificate awarded to those who have practical construction knowledge and a wide range of health and safety training.
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Noise Awareness
Information about the effects of noise and how to control it.
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Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
Online version of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations that can be searched by topic or keyword.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Information on protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, and respirators.
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Return to Work
Resources to help injured workers get back to safe and productive work as soon as possible.
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Road Safety Solutions
Programs, products and services to assist the employer in the development and implementation of a road safety program.
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Safety Talks
A comprehensive collection of 5-minute safety talks that reminds workers about health and safety issues on the jobsite.
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Slips, Trips, and Falls
In the industries served by IHSA, slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of fatalities and critical injuries across Ontario.
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Smoking and Smoking Cessation
It is common knowledge that smoking is bad for your health. In fact, smoking costs the Ontario economy about $2 billion in health care costs each year. Workers who smoke are also at higher risk of contracting diseases from exposure to various substances in the workplace.
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Struck-by Hazards
Struck-by is a term for the various injuries that occur when workers are hit—or struck—by tools, materials, equipment, or vehicles. It is a leading cause of injury in the industries that IHSA serves.
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Supervisors
Resources to help you become a competent supervisor.
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Suspended Access Equipment
Resources for employers who work with suspended work platform systems and boatswain's chairs.
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Traffic Control
Resources compiled for the recent blitz on struck-by hazards associated with traffic control on construction sites and roadbuilding projects.
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Trenching and Excavations
Information on how to prevent accidents relating to trenching and excavation work.
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Workplace Violence and Harassment
Employers in Ontario are required to assess the risks of workplace violence and develop policies and programs towards eliminating violence and harassment in their workplaces.
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