THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) is the non-intoxicating precursor to THC found in raw cannabis, but it converts to psychoactive THC through heat, making THCA joints and similar products a workplace safety concern that many Canadian employers are unprepared to address. When employees smoke or vape THCA products, they experience the same impairing effects as traditional cannabis, yet these products often exist […]
Obtaining a pest treatment property safety clearance requires a licensed pest control operator to verify that a treated property is free of active infestations and that chemical residues have dissipated to safe levels, typically within 24 to 72 hours of treatment depending on the products used and ventilation conditions. For property transactions, this clearance serves as formal documentation that the […]
The Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) is the foundational legislation that establishes workplace safety rights, duties, and enforcement mechanisms for employers, supervisors, and workers across the province. Enacted in 1979 and continuously updated to reflect emerging hazards and industry practices, the OHSA sets minimum standards for workplace health and safety and empowers the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training […]
High risk industries in Canada expose workers to elevated dangers that require specialized safety protocols and comprehensive protective measures. In 2026, identifying these sectors remains critical for organizations developing targeted health and safety programs that address sector-specific hazards. Understanding which industries carry the highest workplace risks starts with examining injury statistics, fatality rates, and lost-time claim data. Construction, manufacturing, transportation, […]
# Understanding the Ontario Workplace Safety & Insurance Board: Your Complete Compliance Guide Register your business with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board within 10 days of hiring your first worker—failure to do so can result in penalties up to $10,000 and retroactive premium assessments dating back to your first day of operations. Classify your workers accurately using the board’s […]
Recently, there have been several developments in safety equipment. Some protective equipment comes with sensors, allowing safety officers and managers to gain information on the safety practices done. There are a lot of safety advancements that have been introduced in the market. Although these do not guarantee 100% protection, they can make the workplaces better. The sensors also give the […]
Since fall is just around the corner, Canadians have another issue to deal with amid the COVID-19 pandemic. There are several concerns over the recovery from this and the actions to be done on campuses before students return to school. These concerns are discussed so that there is more awareness about the protocols in universities. As a result, these institutions […]
SWORD Health or SWORD, a provider of digital musculoskeletal therapy, introduced a virtual event so that Benefit leaders from across the globe can find it easy to attend conferences that interest them for the benefit of the employees and the health of the digital industry. SessionBot, the virtual event’s name, aims to conduct online sessions and conferences about employee benefits […]
Ontario is planning to spend more than $280,000 to give appropriate programs and training for the Nokiiwin Tribal Council. These programs and training focus on protecting the people’s safety and health, especially among the First Nations communities in Northwestern Ontario. The minister of energy, northern development and mines, and minister of Indigenous affairs want to focus on the safety and […]
The Ministry of Labor, Training, and Skills Development of Ontario is planning to invest in different skills development programs. They plan to start in the Brantford region where more than $700,000 in the “Construct Your Career” program will be invested by SkillsAdvance. The project wants to help workers in preparing to take on construction jobs. They also aim to assist […]