OHSLAW^TM Report is a newsletter edited by Norm Keith that will provide you with information on the latest OHS and Workers' Compensation legal developments across Canada.

Current & Past Issues

Newsflash - Newsflash - Death of Ottawa Student Results in OHSA Charges against School Board - February 2012

OHSLAW Report - January 2012 Integrated Accessibility Standard - The Next Step in Accessibility Compliance, p. 1 Ontario WSIB Delays Mandatory Registration in the Construction Industry, p. 3 Avalanche Safety in the Workplace, p. 3 Random Alcohol Testing Case Approves Use of Breathalyser on Employees, p.5 Racking and Storage Hazards Blitz at the Ministry of Labour, p.6 “Due Diligence” may require insubordination or a breach of confi dentiality, says Court, p.7 2011 Notice of Proposal to Adopt New or Revised Occupational Exposure Limits or Listings for Hazardous Chemical Substances, p.8 New OHSA Regulation Proposed to Expedite Resolution Of Reprisal Allegations, p. 9 Due Diligence Requires All Workers to be Trained in Safe Work Procedures, p.10

OHSLAW Report - September 2011 Random Alcohol Testing Upheld, p. 1 The New Canada Consumer Product Safety Act: Are you Prepared?, p. 2 Electrical Safety in the Workplace, p. 6 ThyssenKrupp CEO sentenced to jail over death of seven workers in Italy plant fire, p. 7 Student Death Reaffirms Importance of Health & Safety Training in Schools, p. 8 Certificate of Recognition Program Now Available in Ontario, p.9 Nova Scotia auditor discovers alarming lack of fire inspections, p.10 Bill C-45 Update: Criminal Negligence charges withdrawn against personal care worker, p.11

Newsflash - WSIB Policy Amendments Open the NEER Window to Four Years - July 2011

Newsflash - Injuries to Resort Guests Must Be Reported to MOL - June 2011

More Issues Newsflash - Ontario Government Passes Bill 160 - May 2011 OHSLAW Report - May 2011 Bill 160 Set to Amend OHS and Workers’ Compensation Law in Ontario, p. 1 Timely Accident Investigations Can Help Reduce Costs Now and Legal Risk in the Future, p. 2 Workers’ Compensation Payment Based on Age Not Discriminatory, p. 4 Hand Washing: Reducing the Risk of Common Infections, p. 6 Basics in Managing Health and Safety, p. 7 Saskatchewan Looks to Amend Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, p.9 New CSA Standard for First Responders - AN/CGSB/CSA Z1610-11, p.11 Arbitrator Recognizes Shift in Attitude Towards Workplace Violence, p.11 Newsflash - Acquittal in Quebec Bill C-45 Charges - April 2011 OHSLAW Report - February 2011 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: First Steps, p. 1 Pandemic Planning, p. 3 Workers’ Compensation Payment Based on Age Discrimination:Broad Implications of Québec Court Ruling May Affect Other Jurisdictions, p. 5 WSIB Releases Work Reintegration Polices, p. 6 Expert Advisory Panel on Health and Safety – Report and Recommendations to the Minister of Labour, p. 7 Employer Convicted of Bill C-45 Charge Following Trial, p.9 Newsflash - Employer Convicted of Bill C-45 Charge Following Trial - February 2011 Newsflash - Expert Advisory Panel on Health and Safety – Report and Recommendations to the Minister of Labour - December 2010 OHSLAW Report - November 2010 Regulators Gone Wild? OHS and Criminal Charges Laid in Christmas Eve Scaffolding Deaths, p. 1 Employer Injury & Fatality History Now Published in Alberta, p. 2 Canadian Legislation to Protect Workers from MSD Injuries, p. 3 WorkSafeBC Amends Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, p. 4 New Mode for Payment of CSST Assessments: Be Ready!, p. 4 Ministry of Labour Construction Sector Plan, p.6 Working Alone, p.7 OHSLAW Report - September 2010 Revised Maritime Occupational Health and Safety Regulations – In Force as of June 3, 2010, p. 1 PSRs 10 Years Later, Lessons Learned, p. 2 Ontario’s WSIB Re-Vamps Vocational Rehabilitation Program, p. 3 Ontario Government:Target on Construction Workplaces in Safety Campaign, p. 4 Ford Motor Company of Canada Fined $850,000 for Worker Deaths, p. 5 American Occupational Safety and Health Administration Reviews “Whistleblower” Protection”, p.5 Good “Scents” for Ontario Employers, p. 6 Proposed Changes to Exposure Limits in Ontario, p.7 OHSLAW Report - May 2010 Union Initiates Bill C-45 OHS Criminal Negligence Charges, p. 1 MOL Releases Guidance Document on Bill 168, p. 2 Government Introduces Federal Emergency Response Plan, p. 3 Section 56 of the An Act Respecting Industrial Accidents and Occupational Diseases Violates the Charter, p. 4 Ontario Consolidating Designated Substance Regulations, p. 5 First National Confined Space Standard - CSA Z1006, Management of Work in Confined Space, p.5 SH&E Headlines From Around the World, p. 6 OHSLAW Report - February 2010 Increased Use of OHS AMPs Across North America, p. 1 Top 10 U.S. Safety Violations for 2009, p. 2 Ontario Ministry of Labour Enforcement – Working from Heights , p. 5 Inspector Hiring Blitz at the Ministry of Labour, p. 6 New Rules for Stilts at Construction Projects, p. 6 Significant Increases in the Fines Imposed by the CSST, p.8 Newsflash - Ontario's Bill 168 with Respect to Workplace Violence and Harassment Received Royal Assent On December 15, 2009 - December 2009 Newsflash - Ontario’s Bill 168 with Respect to Workplace Violence and Harassment Passes Third Reading On December 9, 2009 - December 2009 OHSLAW Report - November 2009 Ontario’s Bill 168 with Respect to Workplace Violence and Harassment Passes Second Reading On October 20, 2009, p. 1 Appeal Court Court Affirms Solictor and Client Priviledge In Accident Investigation Report, p. 1 Accessibility Deadline Looms for Designated Public Sector Employers , p. 3 Franchisor found Responsible for the Health and Safety of Franchisee’s Employees, p. 4 Superior Court Holds - No Time Limit for Certain Ontario WSIA Charges, p. 5 Workplace Inspections: A Legal Requirement and a Benefit to All, p.6 Newsflash - Ontario's Bill 168 with Respect to Workplace Violence and Harassment Passes Second Reading On October 20, 2009 - October 2009 Newsflash - Ontario ban on handheld cellular phones and other devices comes into force on October 26, 2009 - September 2009 OHSLAW Report - September 2009 JHSC Certified Member Part One Training JHSC Part Two Certification for Office Workplace Hazards Workplace Accident Investigation OHS Due Diligence for Managers and Supervisors Introduction to OHS Due Diligence for Managers and Supervisors Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning Introduction to Workers’ Compensation Claims Management Advanced Workers’ Compensation Claims Management OHSLAW Report - June 2009 Pandemic Readiness: Is Your Business Prepared for Pandemic Influenza? Are You Ready For a Visit From an Alberta OHS Officer? Morneau Sobeco Report Recommends Changes to Experience Rating System Ontario Government Introduces Legislation Mandating Employer Action for the Prevention and Management of Workplace Violence Hearing Loss Prevention Directors Personally Responsible to Ensure Compliance with Changes to Alberta OHS Code Newsflash - Ontario Government Introduces Legislation Mandating Employer Action for the Prevention and Management of Workplace Violence and Harassment - May 2009 OHSLAW Report - April 2009 Bill 119, Mandatory Coverage for Independant Operators in Construction MOL Continues Safety Blitz Focus on MSD Hazards New Occupational health and Safety Team for Health Care Workers Established Improvements for Ontarians with Dissabilities Tough Economic Times Call for Wise OHS Decisions Changes to British Columbia OHS Law What is the Difference Between an OHS Policy and Program

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