OHS Resources
Canadian occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and resources for safety professionals.
Regulation
Canada Labour Code - Part II
Federal occupational health and safety legislation covering federally regulated workplaces including banking, telecommunications, and transportation. Includes psychological health and safety provisions.
Regulation
Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Detailed regulations under the Canada Labour Code covering workplace safety requirements for federal workplaces.
Regulation
Canada Labour Code: OHS Committees & Representatives (Part II, Div III)
Division III of the Canada Labour Code, Part II, mandates the establishment of Policy Committees, Work Place Committees, or Health and Safety Representatives based on workplace size, ensuring internal responsibility and joint participation in occupational health and safety matters.
Regulation
Administrative Monetary Penalties (CLC) Regulations
Sets out the criteria and amounts for administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) that can be issued for non-compliance with certain provisions of the Canada Labour Code (Parts II and III).
Regulation
Policy Committees, Work Place Committees and Health and Safety Representatives Regulations
Federal regulations that detail the procedural aspects, functions, and composition of Policy Committees, Work Place Committees, and the role of Health and Safety Representatives.
Regulation
Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations
Regulations under the Canada Labour Code (Part II) detailing the requirements for federally regulated employers to prevent and address harassment and violence, including risk assessment, policy development, and resolution procedures.
Guide
Guide on Jurisdiction for Indigenous Organizations
Information on the federal vs. provincial OHS jurisdiction for Indigenous organizations.
Partnership
Nokiiwin Health and Safety Resources
Health and Safety resources and toolkit for Indigenous organizations.
Regulation
Occupational Health and Safety Act (Ontario)
Ontario's primary workplace health and safety legislation establishing duties for employers, supervisors, and workers. The main statutory framework.
Guide
Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development Workplace H&S Page
Government of Ontario's main portal for workplace health and safety information.
Regulation
Mines and Mining Plants Regulation (O. Reg. 854)
Ontario regulation specific to mining operations, covering underground and surface mining safety requirements.
Regulation
Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (Ontario)
Ontario legislation relating to emergency management and civil protection.
Regulation
WSIB First Aid Requirements - Regulation 1101 (Form 0445A)
A form (or related resource) concerning the requirements for First Aid equipment, services, and qualified attendants in workplaces under the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (Regulation 1101).
Partnership
Workplace Safety North (WSN)
Ontario's health and safety association for mining and forestry sectors.
Partnership
Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW)
Provides occupational health services and expertise to Ontario workers and workplaces.
Partnership
Workers Health and Safety Centre (WHSC)
Provides accessible health and safety training for Ontario workers and employers.
Guide
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Main Page
Ontario's workplace insurance and health and safety services provider.
Guide
WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEp)
Program helping employers earn rebates on WSIB premiums by improving health and safety.
Partnership
Lakehead University - Centre for EPID
Lakehead University's Centre for EPID (epidemiology/infectious disease) — resources, research, and partnerships relevant to workplace health.
Regulation
Workers Compensation Act (British Columbia)
BC's primary workplace safety legislation administered by WorkSafeBC.
Regulation
Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (BC)
Comprehensive OHS regulation for British Columbia workplaces covering all industries.
Guide
WorkSafeBC Main Health and Safety Page
WorkSafeBC's main portal for health and safety information.
Guide
WorkSafeBC Psychological Health & Safety Resources
WorkSafeBC resources for creating and managing psychological health and safety in the workplace.
Partnership
BC Federation of Labour (BCFED) Health & Safety Centre
Provides OHS training and resources for worker representatives and health and safety committees, funded by WorkSafeBC.
Guide
Road Safety at Work (RSAW)
WorkSafeBC-funded program to help BC employers improve the safety of their employees when driving for work.
Regulation
Occupational Health and Safety Act (Alberta)
Alberta's workplace health and safety legislation.
Regulation
Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (Alberta)
Alberta's workplace health and safety legislation.
Regulation
Occupational Health and Safety Code (Alberta)
Detailed technical requirements for workplace safety in Alberta.
Partnership
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
Canada's national, tripartite resource for reliable workplace health and safety information, promoting mental, physical, and psychosocial well-being.
Guide
OSH Answers Fact Sheets (CCOHS)
Free fact sheets on workplace hazards, prevention, and best practices.
Guide
OSH Answers — Legislation: Posting
Guidance on employer responsibilities for posting legislation and related notices in the workplace (CCOHS).
Guide
WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (Health Canada)
Health Canada's WHMIS guidance: classification, labels, safety data sheets (SDS), and employer responsibilities for hazardous workplace materials.
Partnership
Injury Management Solutions (Global Total Care)
Injury management and return-to-work solutions.
Partnership
CANUTEC - Canadian Transport Emergency Centre
Transport Canada - CANUTEC: 24/7 emergency response advice and resources for dangerous goods incidents during transportation.
Standard
CSA Group Occupational Health and Safety Standards
CSA Group's main page for OHS standards, covering safety, health, environmental, and economic needs.
Standard
CSA Z1000 - Occupational Health and Safety Management
Canadian standard for occupational health and safety management systems.
Standard
CSA Z1002 - Occupational Health and Safety Hazard Identification
Canadian standard for hazard identification and elimination/risk assessment and control.
Standard
CSA Z1003 - Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
Canadian standard for managing and maintaining psychological health and safety.
Guide
CMHA Psychological Health & Safety Training
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) resources and training for workplace mental health.
Regulation
Ontario Ministry of Labour (MLITSD)- Workplace inspections and Investigations
Official inspections/investigations page.
Partnership
CAREX Canada
Partnership