Health &
Safety
On this page, you will find a number of resources that will help you create a safe and healthy work environment.
Ministry of Labour Enforcement Initiative for Remote Camps/Resorts/Tourist Operations:
The Ontario Ministry of Labour conducted a webinar on the Northern Region Enforcement Initiative for the summer of 2014. This initiative focused on remote camps/ resorts/tourist operations. Many of the items highlighted remain relevant today. The presentations can be viewed at:
Preliminary Health and Safety Checklist:
Below is an easy to use preliminary checklist provided by Workplace Safety and Prevention Services. By selecting “yes”, “no” or “not sure” you will be able to see at a glance legislative issues you may need to address.
Standard Operating Procedures for Resource-Based Tourism Businesses
- SOP Boating Activities
- SOP Wading Activities
- SOP Working Alone
- SOP Working Around Water
- SOP Working Near Wildlife
Useful Workplace Health & Safety Links:
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
- Ontario’s Ministry of Labour (MOL)
- Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS)
Training Guides and Tips:
Employee:
Created by the Ministry of Labour, Worker Health and Safety in 4 Steps is designed to get the employee aboard, get them in the know, make them aware of the importance to get involved and educate the employee to get more help to make the workplace safer. http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/pdf/workbook.pdf
Supervisor:
Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness in 5 Steps, created by the Ministry of Labour. You will receive a “Proof of Completion” certificate once you complete the training. You must save and/or print the certificate before exiting the module. The Ministry of Labour will not store your certificate, or keep a record of training. Please keep a copy for your records. http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/elearn/supervisor/index.php
Employer Guide:
Know your rights and obligations under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). This guide describes the rules about minimum wage, hours of work limits, termination of employment, public holidays, pregnancy and parental leave, severance pay, vacation and more. https://www.ontario.ca/document/your-guide-employment-standards-act
Health and Safety Policy Template:
Here are some tips to help you create an occupational health and safety policy for your workplace. https://www.ontario.ca/document/guide-occupational-health-and-safety-act/appendices
WHIMIS:
https://www.wsps.ca/Shop/Training/E-Courses/WHMIS-2015-for-Workers-English.aspx