In Ontario, motor vehicle collisions are one of the leading causes of workers' injuries and fatalities. As an employer, you must take every precaution reasonable to protect your employees from this hazard.
This means that your organization is responsible to ensure the safety of your employees when they drive as part of their work duties and you have the same responsibilities even if the employee is using his or her own vehicle. You must make your employees aware of the hazards related to driving and provide information, instruction and supervision to protect the health and safety of your employees. As an employer you have an obligation to have a Road Safety Program and develop policies and procedures on driver licensing requirements, safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance, and collision/injury investigations for your employees.
The following programs, products and services will assist you the employer and your organization in the development and implementation of a Road Safety Program. Safe driving on the job is a matter of health and safety.
Utilize Ontario's Carrier Safety Rating program to contract a Safe Carrier to move your freight and keep our roads & highways safe.
Ontario has a Carrier Safety Rating system that allows the public an opportunity to see who the safe carriers are across the Province.
For general information on the Carrier Safety Rating Program visit: Click here
To check the Safety Rating of a Particular Carrier visit: Click here
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