Before the 2000 amendments, there was no clear requirement for the employer to implement a program to prevent accidents and injuries in the work place, although the purpose of the Code is to prevent them. The employer will now have to analyze the work environment to identify what could cause an unsafe condition and implement measures to prevent this from occurring. REA has worked extensively in the federal sector assisting various Departments and Agencies in the development of proactive H&S management programs and practices. If you require any assistance, please contact our office and speak to one of our health and safety professionals.

HRDSC inspectors typically refer to CSA standards during their facility inspections or when performing an accident investigation. Therefore, compliance with the new CSA-Z460 is strongly recommended to avoid future non-compliance issues with HRDSC inspectors. Requirements of the standard include:

• Written lockout program & training; Machine specific lockout procedures;
• Documented hazard & risk assessments; Labeling of energy isolating devices;
• Compliance; Auditing and many more specific requirements.

For information relating to this standard or for assistance with lock-out programs, please contact our office, or look for information session dates in the upcoming EHS Headlines.

We would also like to congratulate Jennifer Stoneman and Ana Chang on completing their Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) program requirements administered by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH).

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