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Ontario Regulation 381/15 – NOISE
Overview: Managing Noise Hazards Under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act Noise is one of the most common—and most...
When to Conduct a Heat Stress Assessment
Rising temperatures continue to increase the risk of heat-related illness in Ontario workplaces, particularly in environments where physical...
Ontario Regulation 67/93 – Health Care and Residential Facilities
Overview: Critical Safety Requirements in Healthcare Environments Healthcare and residential facilities are complex workplaces where the health and...
MLITSD Blitz Updated List for 2026–2027
Each year, the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) conducts focused inspection blitzes across Ontario. These...
Common Violations Identified During MLITSD Blitzes and How to Avoid Them in 2026
Results from MLITSD blitzes tend to show similar issues year after year. In many cases, orders are issued not because employers are unaware of their...
Ontario Regulation 490/09 – Designated Substances
Overview: Making Sense of Ontario’s Designated Substances Regulation Managing industrial, commercial, or institutional (ICI) properties in Ontario...
Spring HVAC & IAQ Readiness Checklist for Facility Teams
As buildings transition from heating to air conditioning each spring, indoor air quality (IAQ) issues often surface. Complaints related to dust,...
Ontario Regulation 854/90 – Mines and Mining Plants
Overview: Safety obligations in Ontario’s mining sector Workplaces in the mining sector – surface mines, underground mines, processing...
Snowmelt Water Damage & Mould Response Checklist
When Water Damage and Mould Assessments Are Needed During Spring Thaw As temperatures rise across Ontario, melting snow and ice can lead to...
Environmental Testing for Water Damage Claims: How We Support Insurance Adjusters
When a water loss occurs, insurance adjusters face immediate pressure to confirm the source, assess the extent of damage, determine the correct...
Ontario Regulation 833 – Control Of Exposure to Biological or Chemical Agents
Download this article (PDF)What This Regulation Is About In Ontario, many workplaces use chemical and biological products or create contaminants...
Global OHS Updates & Trends – Nov. 2025
This edition of our Global Occupational Hygiene Updates & Trends highlights emerging developments shaping workplace health and safety across...