October is around the corner, and new Ministry of Labour (MOL) Safety Blitzes are coming!
Your workplace may be on the hotlist for a potential MOL Inspection. Don’t be caught off guard – BE PREPARED!
The Ministry of Labour in Ontario regularly publishes schedules for their upcoming safety blitz inspections. The next blitz schedule for October 2017 has been published.
The focus is on Industrial and Construction workplaces for:
- preventing falls from ladders
- preventing falls from slips and trips (click here to learn strategies to prevent slips, trips, and falls in the workplace)
- ensuring machine guards are in place and properly maintained and utilized
- ensuring electrical hazards are properly identified, with appropriate training provided
UPCOMING MOL SAFETY BLITZES
Falls – Ladder Safety |
Health and Safety |
Construction |
October 2, 2017 – November 24, 2017 |
Falls – Including Slips and Trips |
Health and Safety |
Industrial |
October 2, 2017 – November 24, 2017 |
Machine Guarding and Electrical Hazards |
Health and Safety |
Industrial |
January 15, 2018 – February 28, 2018 |
As you are probably aware, the Ministry of Labour deploys Occupational Health and Safety Inspectors to carry out their blitzes and initiatives to:
- raise awareness of hazards
- increase compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations
Although employers are not identified nor notified of an inspection in advance, there are 5 key items that the MOL may examine:
- Compliance with OHSA and ESA regulations
- Details related to programs, policies, and procedures that affect the health and safety of your employees
- Employee training
- Injury records and past blitz issues
- Specific hazards related to the blitz
You can find the full MOL Safety Blitz schedule HERE:
Watch out for our Occupational Wellness Management Fall Newsletter for 5 action tips on how to be prepared and participate in an MOL Health and Safety Inspection.
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