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Which workers are typically exempt from jurisdictional legislation?
Which workers are typically exempt from jurisdictional legislation?
Who is responsible for ensuring that each worker is informed about the legislation that applies to them?
Who is responsible for ensuring that each worker is informed about the legislation that applies to them?
Where can learners find the most convenient and up-to-date source of legislation?
Where can learners find the most convenient and up-to-date source of legislation?
What must all employers have a copy of?
What must all employers have a copy of?
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Where can learners find more detailed descriptions and information on Canadian federal and jurisdictional safety legislation and programs?
Where can learners find more detailed descriptions and information on Canadian federal and jurisdictional safety legislation and programs?
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Which workers are typically exempt from jurisdictional legislation?
Which workers are typically exempt from jurisdictional legislation?
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Who is responsible for ensuring that each worker is informed about the legislation that applies to them?
Who is responsible for ensuring that each worker is informed about the legislation that applies to them?
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Where can learners find the most convenient and up-to-date source of legislation?
Where can learners find the most convenient and up-to-date source of legislation?
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What must all employers have a copy of?
What must all employers have a copy of?
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Where can learners find more detailed descriptions and information on Canadian federal and jurisdictional safety legislation and programs?
Where can learners find more detailed descriptions and information on Canadian federal and jurisdictional safety legislation and programs?
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Which workers are typically exempt from jurisdictional legislation?
Which workers are typically exempt from jurisdictional legislation?
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Who is responsible for ensuring that each worker is informed about the legislation that applies to them?
Who is responsible for ensuring that each worker is informed about the legislation that applies to them?
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Where can learners find the most convenient and up-to-date source of legislation?
Where can learners find the most convenient and up-to-date source of legislation?
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Where can learners find more detailed descriptions and information on Canadian federal and jurisdictional safety legislation and programs?
Where can learners find more detailed descriptions and information on Canadian federal and jurisdictional safety legislation and programs?
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What must all employers have a copy of?
What must all employers have a copy of?
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Study Notes
Overview of Occupational Health and Safety Legislation in Canada
- Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Legislation specifies standards to protect the health and safety of workers.
- The goal of OH&S Legislation is to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all workers.
- In Canada, there are two levels of OH&S Legislation: federal and jurisdictional.
- Federal legislation, such as the Canadian Occupational Health and Safety (COHS) Regulations, applies to federal workplaces and any federal work, undertakings, or business.
- Bill C-45, part of the Canadian Criminal Code, defines legal duties for workplace health and safety and imposes penalties for violations resulting in injuries or death.
- Jurisdictional legislation applies to all workplaces within a specific province or territory.
- Each province and territory in Canada has its own Occupational Health and Safety Act (OH&S Act), with specific sections giving direction to employers and employees.
- Regulations are frequently amended to reflect changes in workplaces and processes.
- Some workers, such as domestic workers, federal government employees, workers in federally regulated industries, and certain agricultural workers, may be exempt from jurisdictional legislation.
- It is important for workers to know which legislation applies to them, and it is the employer's responsibility to inform them.
- The content, terminology, and definitions may vary between jurisdictional legislations, but the overall intent is similar.
- Access to up-to-date OH&S legislation and regulations can be found on government websites or obtained from government printers, libraries, or employers.
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Test your knowledge on Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Legislation, its intent, power, and scope. Learn about the standards that must be followed to protect workers' health and safety.
