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
