EHS Headlines - Ontario

July 2002 - Ontario

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Joint Health & Safety Committee Basic Certification
July 30 & 31, 2002 - Toronto
August 7 & 8, 2002 - Kingston
August 14 & 15, 2002 - Hamilton
August 20 & 21, 2002 - Toronto
September 10 & 11, 2002 - Toronto

Joint Health & Safety Committee Part 2 Certification - Health Care
August 14 & 15, 2002 - Kingston
September 4 & 5, 2002 - London

Joint Health & Safety Committee Part 2 Certification - Office
August 1, 2002 - Toronto
August 28, 2002 - Kingston
August 29, 2002 - Hamilton

Joint Health & Safety Committee Part 2 Certification - Industrial
August 22 & 23, 2002 - Toronto

Contractor & Project Safety Management
July 31 & August 1, 2002 - London

OHS for Managers & Supervisors - the "Competent Person" Course
August 21 & 22, 2002 - Kingston
September 24 & 25, 2002 - Toronto

Machine & Process Safeguarding
August 28, 2002 - Toronto
September 11, 2002 - Kitchener - Waterloo

Pre-start Health & Safety Review
August 27, 2002 - Toronto
September 10, 2002 - Kitchener - Waterloo

Workplace Chemical Safety Regulations in Ontario
August 29, 2002 - Toronto

Environmental Protection Regulations in Ontario
September 26, 2002 - Toronto

CLC Part II - OHS for Managers & Supervisors
September 11 & 12, 2002 - Ottawa *English version

CLC Part II - Workplace & Policy Health and Safety Committees
August 29 & 30, 2002 - Ottawa *French version

OHSAS 18001 - OHS Management System Awareness Course
September 12, 2002 - Toronto

OHSAS 18001 - OHS Management System Implementation Course
NEW DATE! August 7 - 9, 2002 - Toronto

For more course offering dates, click here for our 2002 Course Calendar.

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Course Updates

OHSAS 18001 – OHS Management System - New Course Date!
An additional course date has been added for REA's OHSAS 18001 3-day Implementation Course. OHSAS 18001 se is the latest in management system specifications and is designed to provide a framework to manage occupational health and safety in the workplace. REA is providing a 3-day implementation session on August 7 - 8, 2002 in Kitchener for those who are interested in finding out how to successfully implement OHSAS 18001. Participants are encouraged to bring their workplace policies and procedures for the applications and assessment section of the course to gain a better understanding of the particulars of the specification. Questions about this course can be directed to Paul Bozek or Ana Chang at 416-495-1314.

Legislation Update

Construction Projects Regulation (O.Reg.213/91) - Fall-Arrest Training
As of June 12, 2002, workers who are required to use a fall protection system must be adequately trained in its use and given adequate oral and written instrutions by a competent person. One of the other references to a "competent" person in occupational health and safety legislation in Ontario is with regards to a supervisor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act - "An employer shall ensure when appointing a supervisor, appoint a competent person".

The definition of "competent" under the Act is a person who (a) is qualified because of knowledge, training and experience to organize the work and its performance, (b) is familiar with the Act and regulations that apply to the work, and (c) has knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the workplace.

Regulation Respecting Exposure to Biological or Chemical Agents (O.Reg.833) - Gluteraldehyde
Gluteraldehyde is a liquid disinfectant that is used in a variety of workplaces. The most common uses of gluteraldehyde are in medical settings for sterilization of medical equipment and embalming or fixing tissue samples. Gluteraldehyde is very effective at killing live organisms and spores but as a result has adverse effects on humans - it is a known respiratory and skin sensitizer. In September, Ontario's Ministry of Labour proposed to lower gluteraldehyde's ceiling exposure value (CEV) from 0.2 parts per million to 0.05 parts per million. This new CEV came into effect as of June 30, 2002.

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Toronto 700-111 Gordon Baker Road Toronto, Ontario M2H 3R1 (416) 495-1314 � Fax (416) 495-9211	Ottawa 7857 Morningside Avenue, Box 176 Vernon, Ontario K0A 3J0 (613) 821-9099 � Fax (613) 821-9100	Internet consultants@rea4ehs.com www.rea4ehs.com

Hamilton 7 Innovation Drive, Unit 325 Dundas, Ontario L9H 7H9 (905) 690-4442 � Fax (905) 690-1119	Vancouver 405-2228 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 4R2 (604) 422-0110 � Fax (604) 422-0112	Toll Free 1-888-rea-4-ehs

"Competent Person" means a person who, (a) is qualified because of knowledge, training and experience to organize the work and its performance, (b) is familiar with the OH&S Act and the regulations that apply to the work, and (c) has knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the workplace. (s.1, OH&S Act) • an employer shall, (c) when appointing a supervisor, appoint a competent person (s. 25(2)(c), OH&S Act) • "Supervisor" means a person who has charge over a workplace or authority over a worker (s.1, OH&S Act) • Every director and every officer of a corporation shall take all reasonable care to ensure that the corporation complies with, (a) this Act and regulations...(s.32, OH&S Act) • The Ministry of Labour has successfully prosecuted for failing to appoint competent person when appointing a supervisor, and has made supervisory OH&S competence an enforcement priority.



An employer must only appoint "Competent Persons" as supervisors. The OH&S Act and regulations as require on "Competent Persons" or "Competent Workers" to operate cranes, assemble scaffolds, inspect formwork and falsework, test for hazardous conditions, act as a signaller, operate mobile equipment, as well as carry out a variety of other activities. Ensuring compliance with these duties is recognized as an important element in demonstrating due diligence. This course is designed to help employers meet their statutory duties relating to "competent" personnel by: (1) improving learner familiarity with the Act and regulations that apply to their work; (2) developing learner skills in identifying and evaluating actual and potential dangers in the work on an ongoing basis; and (3) setting out the steps for building competency for assurance into an organization’s human resources and safety management systems.



Wow! The OHS Competent Person course was one of the most outstanding training courses I have ever attended; instruction and presentation were world class. The material sticks with you and coverage of the potentially dry subject matter was very enjoyable. Nigel Clark, Manufacturing Manager, Nova Chemicals Ltd., Sarnia, Ontario


August 21 & 22, 2002 – Kingston September 24 & 25, 2002 – Toronto 16-hour session (2 days) is only $495 plus GST. Ask us about volume discounts and in-house courses provided at your location. Registration fee includes course material, copy of consolidated OH&S Act and regulations, lunch and refreshments.


Toronto 700-111 Gordon Baker Road Toronto, Ontario M2H 3R1 (416) 495-1314 � Fax (416) 495-9211	Ottawa 7857 Morningside Avenue, Box 176 Vernon, Ontario K0A 3J0 (613) 821-9099 � Fax (613) 821-9100	Internet consultants@rea4ehs.com www.rea4ehs.com

Hamilton 7 Innovation Drive, Unit 325 Dundas, Ontario L9H 7H9 (905) 690-4442 � Fax (905) 690-1119	Vancouver 405-2228 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 4R2 (604) 422-0110 � Fax (604) 422-0112	Toll Free 1-888-rea-4-ehs

Under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, a "constructor" must ensure that every employer and every worker performing work on a construction project complies with health and safety laws. Enforcement and case law has shown that many employers are unaware of the duties they may have as "constructors".

This course has been designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of:

"who" and "when" a party becomes a "Constructor / Contractor / Prime Contractor / Principal Contractor" under health and safety legislation
the differences between the roles and responsibilities of an "Owner", "Constructor / Contractor / Prime Contractor / Principal Contractor", and "Employer"
the duties of an "Owner" and a "Constructor / Contractor / Prime Contractor / Principal Contractor" under the health and safety legislation
the critical role of "Project Supervision"
the fundamentals of a Construction Project Safety Management program for ensuring compliance with the duties of an "Owner" and "Constructor / Contractor / Prime Contractor / Principal Contractor" under the health and safety legislation
the practical elements of a Construction Project Safety Management program:
Pre-qualification of bidders;
Designs and specification compliance;
Contract documentation;
Tendering;
Bid evaluation and contract award;
Pre-project briefing; and
Project execution

Construction Managers and Supervisors, Property Managers, Maintenance Managers and Supervisors, Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Purchasing / Contracting Managers, Health and Safety Specialists.

"... I would like to thank you for the material you presented in the two day Construction Safety Management workshop – it has given me the opportunity to look at in detail some of our current practices and approaches to construction project safety. The material was presented in a very useful and practical way. Thanks again!"
– J.S., Regional Municipality of Halton

July 31 & August 1 – London
September 4 & 5 – Ottawa

16-hour session (2 days) is only $595 plus GST. Ask us about volume discounts and in-house courses provided at your location. Registration fee includes course material, copy of consolidated OH&S Act and regulations, lunch and refreshments.


Toronto 700-111 Gordon Baker Road Toronto, Ontario M2H 3R1 (416) 495-1314 � Fax (416) 495-9211	Ottawa 7857 Morningside Avenue, Box 176 Vernon, Ontario K0A 3J0 (613) 821-9099 � Fax (613) 821-9100	Internet consultants@rea4ehs.com www.rea4ehs.com

Hamilton 7 Innovation Drive, Unit 325 Dundas, Ontario L9H 7H9 (905) 690-4442 � Fax (905) 690-1119	Vancouver 405-2228 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 4R2 (604) 422-0110 � Fax (604) 422-0112	Toll Free 1-888-rea-4-ehs

Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) requires every workplace Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) to have at least two "Certified Members". Joint Health and Safety Committee Member Certification is a 2-step process requiring successful completion of Part 1 (Basic) and Part 2 (Workplace-Specific or Sector-Specific Hazard Training).

REA's JHSC Part 1 (Basic) certification course is approved by the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) for basic certification of committee members. Through lectures, exercises, case studies and group discussions, this course provides learners with the essential skills and knowledge needed to work effectively as key members of JHSCs.

Employers of participants seeking Part 2 Certification are expected to conduct a hazard assessment to determine the "significant hazards" present at their workplace and to train prospective certified members in those hazards. Upon completion of training, participants must submit a completed copy of the Workplace-Spepcific Hazard Training Confirmation Form to WSIB for final certification.

REA has developed and currently provides three Part 2 Certification courses in accordance with the mandated requirements set out by WSIB's Certification Training Program Standard.



July 30 & 31, 2002 – Toronto August 7 & 8, 2002 – Kingston August 14 & 15, 2002 – Hamilton	16-hour session (2 days) is only $435 plus GST. Ask us about volume discounts and in-house courses provided at your location. Registration fee includes course material, copy of consolidated OH&S Act and regulations, lunch and refreshments.

Intended Audience:
Current or future JHSC members who may encounter the following health-care related hazards:

Public – Workplace Encounters

August 14 & 15, 2002 – Kingston
September 4 & 5, 2002 – London

16-hour session (2 days) is only $435 plus GST. Ask us about volume discounts and in-house courses provided at your location. Registration fee includes course material, copy of consolidated OH&S Act and regulations, lunch and refreshments.

Construction Safety
Building Maintenance Issues (IAQ, mould, work-at-height, asbestos)
Laboratory and Chemical Safety
Ergonomics
Biohazardous Agents
Radiation
Laser Safety
Heat
Noise
Housekeeping

Intended Audience:
Current or future JHSC members in office environments or those who may encounter the following hazards:

Ergonomics

August 1, 2002 – Toronto
August 28, 2002 – Kingston
August 29, 2002 – Hamilton

8-hour session (1 day) is only $275 plus GST. Ask us about volume discounts and in-house courses provided at your location. Registration fee includes course material, copy of consolidated OH&S Act and regulations, lunch and refreshments.

Indoor air quality (contaminants, asbestos, lead, mould, etc.)
Housekeeping chemicals
Violence and working alone
Workspace issues (sharps, work surfaces, etc.)

Intended Audience:
Current or future JHSC members who may encounter the following hazards in an industrial, production, or maintenance setting:

Equipment / Machinery Hazards (machine safeguarding, conveyors, machine tools, power tools, lifting devices)

August 22 & 23, 2002 – Toronto

Electricity
Noise
Traffic (working around mobile equipment)
Work-at-height
Chemicals (flammables / combustibles, acids / bases, asbestos)
Welding
Indoor Air Quality (office IAQ factors, mould, illumination / lighting in production or office areas)
Confined Spaces
Housekeeping
Ergonomics (imanual lifting, effects of vibration)


Toronto 700-111 Gordon Baker Road Toronto, Ontario M2H 3R1 (416) 495-1314 � Fax (416) 495-9211	Ottawa 7857 Morningside Avenue, Box 176 Vernon, Ontario K0A 3J0 (613) 821-9099 � Fax (613) 821-9100	Internet consultants@rea4ehs.com www.rea4ehs.com

Hamilton 7 Innovation Drive, Unit 325 Dundas, Ontario L9H 7H9 (905) 690-4442 � Fax (905) 690-1119	Vancouver 405-2228 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 4R2 (604) 422-0110 � Fax (604) 422-0112	Toll Free 1-888-rea-4-ehs