Fall Hazard Safety in Low Rise Construction

A Ministry of Labour health and safety inspector talks about safety in relation to fall hazards on residential low rise construction projects
McGuinty Government Heightening Awareness Around Workplace Hazards
Ontario Ministry of Labour inspectors will check for hazards involving suspended platforms at construction sites during an enforcement blitz starting in mid-January and is reminding industry parties to protect workers from hazards that cause workers to fall.
The ministry has issued a hazard alert on the fundamental safety procedures for suspended platforms. Inspectors will also begin a heightened enforcement campaign targeting fall hazards in the construction sector. As part of regular inspections, they will look for compliance with fall protection requirements, including appropriate fall-related equipment and adequate worker training.
Ministry inspectors will have zero tolerance for non-compliance. The review will be completed within 90 days.
This initiative is part of the province’s Safe At Work Ontario strategy. The strategy takes a broad approach to improve workplace health and safety practices through education, training, and enforcement of provincial legislation and regulations.
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