Provides participants with working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) - how to use the Act, the minimum standards it sets out, and the related regulations that govern workplace health and safety in Ontario.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act (the Act) and regulations set out the minimum standards for health and safety in Ontario workplaces as well as duties, responsibilities and rights of workplace parties. Contravention of the Act or regulations can result in fines of up to $100,000 for individuals and/or 12 months in jail while corporations can be fined up to $1.5 million. A 25-percent victim fine surcharge also applies to all fines.
Safety, Health & the Law is one-day, instructor-led course designed to increase awareness and working knowledge of Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations. Participants are guided through the sections in the Act using a variety of methods to increase learner engagement and improve understanding and retention of concepts including: exercises, self-assessment checklists, case study and video. Includes a comprehensive 76-page participant guide and a copy of the current Carswell Pocket Ontario OH&S Act & Regulations, Consolidated Edition.
This training solution meets the mandatory awareness training requirements of Ontario Regulation 297/13.
WSPS virtual courses are delivered via Adobe Connect or Microsoft Teams. Platform specifics will be communicated at time of registration.
Upon completion, you will be able to:
This solution is suitable for all WSPS sectors that are regulated by Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act.
The course is intended for those who are required to use the Act but are not familiar with or experienced in its application or use. This includes:
This course is delivered by an instructor virtually.
Private delivery is available for employees in your workplace, either in-person or virtually. Please contact Customer Care at 905 614 1400 or 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) for more information about private training options.
Virtual Training is currently available in English only.
Participant requirements for virtual include a webcam, capable hardware, software & internet. Our virtual courses are delivered via Adobe Connect or Microsoft Teams Webinar. Specific platform details for this course will be shared upon registration.
Please view the Virtual Training Frequently Asked Questions for more details on virtual delivery.
The cost is based on the total number of seats purchased.
Total Seats
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Discount
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3-5 participants
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10%
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6-9 participants | 15%
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10+ participants | 20% |
To qualify for group discounts: