All of these health and safety partners exist to help keep everyone in the workplace safe – so employers, supervisors, and workers can contact them at any time for information or support:
Ministry of Labour #
Develops, communicates, and enforces occupational health and safety requirements and employment standards. Develops, coordinates, and implements strategies to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses and can set standards for health and safety training. 1-877-202-0008 – http://www.labour.gov.on.ca
Workers Health & Safety Centre #
An occupational health and safety training centre for workers, representatives and employers. 1-888-869-7950 – http://www.whsc.on.ca
Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers #
Six medical clinics located across Ontario that provide occupational health services and information. 1-877-817-0336 – http://www.ohcow.on.ca
Health and Safety Associations #
Four health and safety associations that provide sector specific consulting, training, products and services:
- Infrastructure Health and Safety Association – serves electrical, construction, and transportation sectors. 1-800-263-5024
- Public Services Health and Safety Association – serves health, education, and municipal sectors. 1-877-250-7444
- Workplace Safety North – serves mining, pulp, and paper and forestry sectors. 1-888-730-7821
- Workplace Safety and Prevention Services – serves industrial, farming, and service sectors. 1-877-494-9777
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) #
Administers Ontario’s no-fault workplace insurance for employers and their workers. 1-800-387-0750 – www.wsib.on.ca