Safety Training and Consulting Services Ltd.

03/26/2026

AS A FOLLOW UP TO YESTERDAYS POST
Over the last year, several Ontario workplaces have faced significant fines and even jail time after serious – and preventable – incidents:
• A worker was critically injured by an unguarded punch press, leading to a 50,000-dollar fine.
• Another suffered critical injuries after a platform was struck at height, again resulting in a 50,000-dollar penalty.
• During hoisting, a concrete streetlight toppled and injured a worker, with a 50,000-dollar fine imposed.
• In a tragic crane incident where heavy concrete blocks fell, one worker was killed and two supervisors were personally fined 10,000 and 15,000 dollars, with the employer fined 600,000 dollars.
• A critical injury linked to missed safety procedures at a manufacturing facility led to a 350,000-dollar fine.
• Two workers died during work on a quench tower, resulting in a 225,000-dollar penalty.
• In a landmark case, a supervisor received a five-year prison sentence for criminal negligence causing death following a fatal truck crash involving a direct report.
• Separate cases saw fines of 30,000 and 50,000 dollars for failing to report workplace accidents to the compensation board on time.
None of these outcomes started with bad intentions. They started with everyday pressures: production demands, shortcuts, assumptions that “it will be fine this time,” or delays in paperwork that didn’t feel urgent in the moment.
A few practical takeaways for leaders and supervisors:
• Treat guarding, fall protection, and lifting plans as non-negotiable, not “if we have time.”
• Make it crystal clear that supervisors have legal responsibilities – and can face personal consequences.
• Build reporting into the process: incidents and near-misses must be documented and reported on time, every time.
• Encourage people to speak up early, before a near-miss becomes a life-changing event.
Safety regulations aren’t just rules on a page – they’re boundaries drawn by past injuries and fatalities. When we respect them, we protect people, careers, and businesses.
🦺 Let’s keep using real cases as motivation to strengthen our systems, not as headlines we hope never have our names attached.

03/25/2026

Too often we only hear about safety when something has already gone wrong.
Over the past year in Ontario, several companies have faced big fines, criminal charges, and life-changing outcomes for workers because basic safety steps were missed — things like machine guarding, fall protection, crane procedures, and even simply reporting incidents on time.
This isn’t about blaming anyone. It’s a reminder that safety rules exist because real people have been hurt when they weren’t followed.
If you’re an employer, supervisor, or worker, a few simple habits can make a huge difference:
• Make sure machines are properly guarded before work starts.
• Take fall protection and lifting procedures seriously, every time.
• Report incidents and near-misses promptly (including to WSIB when required).
• Speak up if something feels unsafe — you might prevent the next serious injury.
Let’s use these recent cases as motivation to tighten up our own safety practices, protect our teams, and make sure everyone goes home at the end of the day.
🦺 Stay safe, stay compliant, and look out for each other.

03/23/2026

03/23/2026

🚨 Elevated Work Platform Safety Alert – Spring Edition 🚨
Working at heights with scissor lifts or boom lifts? One wrong move can turn a routine job into a tragedy—especially now as spring thaw hits Ontario!
Common hazards: • Tip-overs from unstable ground, overload, or spring conditions—frost coming out creates soft, shifting soil, hidden soft spots, washouts, or frost heave that can cause sudden settling under the lift
• Falls from unguarded platforms
• Electrocution near overhead power lines
• Struck-by incidents with swinging loads
Protect your team this season: ✅ Inspect equipment EVERY shift
✅ Use full-body harnesses + lanyards
✅ Never exceed rated capacity
✅ Perform a thorough ground assessment—ensure firm, level, stable surface before raising (use mats/pads if soft or thawing)
✅ Only trained & certified operators
Don’t gamble with gravity, especially when the ground is thawing and unpredictable.
Our Elevated Work Platform Training (MEWP) meets all Ontario & Canadian standards and covers seasonal hazards like spring ground instability so your crew stays safe at height.
📩 DM us or call today to book your next session!
Safety Training and Consulting – Keeping Ontario crews safe year-round.

https://safetytrainingandconsulting.ca/contact-us/

03/18/2026

03/17/2026

SAFETY SPOTLIGHT

Working at Heights — Are You Actually Compliant

Let me be direct with you.

Working at heights remains one of the **leading causes of critical injuries and fatalities** in Ontario construction year after year.

**The hierarchy under O. Reg. 213/91 is not optional:**

1. **Guardrail system** — your first line of defense
2. **Travel restraint system** — keep the worker away from the edge
3. **Fall restricting system** — limit the distance of a fall
4. **Fall arrest system** — catch the worker *after* a fall (last resort, not first choice)

**Section 26.1** of the green book is explicit — a fall protection plan is **required** when workers are exposed to a fall of **3 metres or more**, or where there is a risk of falling into operating machinery, into water, or into a hazardous substance regardless of height.

That plan must be **site-specific, written, and communicated** to workers.

"We've always done it this way" is not a fall protection plan.

**What I want you to audit this week:**

✅ Is every leading edge protected?
✅ Are all anchor points engineered and rated for **at minimum 8kN** per Section 26.3?
✅ Is your team trained under the **Working at Heights Training Program** approved by the Chief Prevention Officer?
✅ Are your harnesses inspected before **every single use** — and are workers actually doing it?

The paperwork saves lives just as much as the hardware. **Both matter.**
NEXT CLASS
MAY 12th 2026
Info@nghstc.ca

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03/12/2026

New Space, New Skills: 2026 Safety Training Schedule! 🏗️🛡️
We are thrilled to announce that we are officially moving! Starting May 1st, 2026, all in-person sessions will be hosted at our brand-new office. To celebrate our new home, we’ve opened up registration for our upcoming high-demand safety certification courses.
Whether you're looking to certify your team or upgrade your own credentials, our expert consulting team is ready to get you compliant and confident.
Upcoming Training Dates

| Working at Heights | May 12, 2026 | New Office |

| Elevated Work Platform (Theory) | June 9, 2026 | New Office |

| JHSC: Part One | July 14 – 16, 2026 | New Office

| JHSC: Part Two | Aug 25 – 26, 2026 | New Office |

Why Train With Us?
* Expert Consulting: We don't just read from a manual; we bring real-world site experience to the classroom.
* Modern Facilities: Experience our upgraded training environment at our new location.
* Compliance Guaranteed: Ensure your workplace meets all current legislative requirements.
Space is limited! Our May 12th session is already filling up fast with only a few spots remaining.

DM or contact us at info@nghstc.ca to book a private group session for your team!

03/11/2026

03/08/2026

🌸 Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 🌸
Today, we celebrate the women who lead, inspire, and empower others — especially the incredible women shaping safer, stronger workplaces across industries.
At Safety Training & Consulting, we’re proud to be led by our Founder and CEO, Deborah Joslin, whose vision and dedication have turned passion into purpose.
“I started my own company because I wanted to offer a service I knew people needed. With a keen eye for detail, I focused on executive admin, bookkeeping, and payroll — always striving to be approachable and trusted by my clients. Over time, I saw the need for stronger Safety and HR systems, and that became our mission: helping businesses prevent injuries, build better teams, and keep people safe.”
Deborah’s journey from a shy listener to a confident facilitator and leader reflects the very spirit of International Women’s Day — growth, courage, and compassion in action. Her commitment to creating safer workplaces while mentoring others continues to make a lasting impact.
When she’s not leading the team, Deborah enjoys hiking, horseback riding, tackling renovation projects, and spending time with her husband, her dogs Sadie and Ruby, and her horse Georgia.
💪 Here’s to women everywhere — leading with strength, empathy, and purpose.