Ministry of Labour Inspections Guide

Any location where a worker performs their job duties.

An individual authorized to visit workplaces and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

A document outlining the procedures for dealing with MOL inspections.

The purpose of an MOL inspection is to ensure compliance with workplace safety laws and regulations.

A meeting where an MOL inspector visits a workplace to assess compliance with safety regulations.

Employees are required to cooperate with the inspector and provide information and documentations as requested.

The most senior supervisor present should welcome and accompany the inspector, ensuring all protocols are followed.

The central health and safety coordinators or the appropriate command co-chair handle MOL inspections for Toronto Fire Services.

A document that includes material safety data, training records, and other relevant information.

The Inspector may request a demonstration of how equipment and tools are used to ensure safe operating procedures are followed.

Copies of notes taken by the inspector should be provided to senior officers immediately after the inspector leaves the site.

All seized items should be clearly documented in the inspector's report and TFS personnel notes.

The Platoon or Division Chief should attend the MOL inspection when possible, providing additional information to the inspector.

The Ministry of Labour Premise/Project Form should be acknowledged by the Duty Officer or most senior supervisory staff. This form should be submitted, posted, and sent to the JHSC.

The Health and Safety Co-Chairs are responsible for providing copies of all MOL reports to Corporate Health and Safety.

When an inspector issues a Stop Work Order due to imminent danger, the work must be stopped safely until the order is rescinded.

The Duty Officer or Supervisor is responsible for safely stopping work as ordered by an inspector and notifying the Joint Health and Safety Committee. They must also post a copy of the order.

Inspectors will leave a report (Ministry of Labour Premise/Project Form) with the Duty Officer or most senior supervisory staff before leaving the workplace.

Senior staff should be informed when documents have been requested and provided during an inspection.

The Duty Officer or most senior supervisory staff is responsible for posting a copy of the Ministry of Labour form in the workplace.

A written statement issued by a Ministry of Labour (MOL) inspector, detailing any violations found during an inspection.

The person responsible for managing and implementing the corrective actions outlined in an Inspector's Order.

A formal document confirming that all necessary corrective actions outlined in an Inspector's Order have been completed.

The person authorized to receive and review the Notice of Compliance Form, confirming the completion of corrective actions.

The process of notifying relevant parties, including supervisors and the central health and safety committee, about an Inspector's Order and its details.

A situation where an inspector may be considering legal action against an organization due to violations, requiring immediate contact with the Central Health and Safety Committee.

An investigator authorized by a court to search a workplace for evidence related to a specific violation or incident.

The designated individual responsible for handling inquiries related to potential legal action or search warrants.

The employee's right to refuse to perform a task they believe poses an imminent risk to their health and safety.

The document outlining the procedures to follow when a worker refuses to perform work due to safety concerns.