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On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 3.5
3.5 (1) Where there is a failure in the lighting system in an area through which an employee passes in carrying out procedures referred to in paragraph 13.7(2)(a), emergency lighting shall be available in the area for immediate use. (2) The emergency lighting referred to in subsection (1) shall (a) if feasible, operate automatically in the event of a failure of the lighting system; and (b) provide an average level of lighting of not less than 10 lx. SOR/2015-143, s. 13 SOR/2019-246, s. 159
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.1
4.1 The following definitions apply in this Part. A-weighted sound pressure level means a sound pressure level as determined by a measurement system which includes an A-weighting filter that meets the requirements set out in the International Electrotechnical Commission’s International Standard IEC 61672-1, first edition 2002-05, entitled Electroacoustics – Sound Level Meters . ( niveau de pression acoustique pondérée A ) dBA means decibel A-weighted and is a unit of A-weighted sound pressure level. ( dBA ) noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) means the level equal to 10 times the logarithm to the base 10 of the time integral over any 24-hour period of a squared A-weighted sound pressure divided by 8, the reference sound pressure being 20 µPa. ( niveau d’exposition (L ex,8 ) ) sound level meter means an instrument for measuring levels of sound and impulse sound that meets the requirements set out in the International Electrotechnical Commission’s International Standard IEC 61672-1, first edition 2002-05, entitled Electroacoustics – Sound Level Meters . ( sonomètre ) sound pressure level means the level equal to 20 times the logarithm to the base 10 of the ratio of the root mean square pressure of a sound to the reference sound pressure of 20 µPa, expressed in decibels. ( niveau de pression acoustique ) SOR/2015-143, s. 19
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A-weighted sound pressure level means a sound pressure level as determined by a measurement system which includes an A-weighting filter that meets the requirements set out in the International Electrotechnical Commission’s International Standard IEC 61672-1, first edition 2002-05, entitled Electroacoustics – Sound Level Meters . ( niveau de pression acoustique pondérée A )
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dBA means decibel A-weighted and is a unit of A-weighted sound pressure level. ( dBA )
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noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) means the level equal to 10 times the logarithm to the base 10 of the time integral over any 24-hour period of a squared A-weighted sound pressure divided by 8, the reference sound pressure being 20 µPa. ( niveau d’exposition (L ex,8 ) )
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sound level meter means an instrument for measuring levels of sound and impulse sound that meets the requirements set out in the International Electrotechnical Commission’s International Standard IEC 61672-1, first edition 2002-05, entitled Electroacoustics – Sound Level Meters . ( sonomètre )
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sound pressure level means the level equal to 20 times the logarithm to the base 10 of the ratio of the root mean square pressure of a sound to the reference sound pressure of 20 µPa, expressed in decibels. ( niveau de pression acoustique )
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.2
4.2 (1) For the purposes of this Part, the exposure of an employee to sound shall be measured using an instrument that (a) is recommended for that measurement in clause 4.3 of CSA Standard CAN/CSA-Z107.56-13, Measurement of Noise Exposure ; and (b) meets the requirements for such an instrument set out in clause 4 of that Standard. (2) The exposure of an employee to sound shall be measured in accordance with clauses 5, 6.4.1, 6.4.4, 6.5.2, 6.5.4, 6.6.2 and 6.6.4 of the Standard that is referred to in paragraph (1)(a). (3) For the purposes of this Part, the measurement and calculation of the noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) to which an employee is exposed shall take into account the exposure of the employee to A-weighted sound pressure levels of 74 dBA or more. (4) The measurement and calculation of the noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) referred to in subsection (3) may also take into account the exposure of the employee to A-weighted sound pressure levels that are less than 74 dBA. SOR/95-105, s. 7; SOR/2014-148, s. 17; SOR/2015-143, s. 19; SOR/2018-247, s. 2
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.3
4.3 (1) If an employee in a work place may be exposed to an A-weighted sound pressure level of 84 dBA or more for a duration that is likely to endanger the employee’s hearing, the employer shall, without delay, (a) appoint a qualified person to carry out an investigation of the degree of exposure; and (b) notify the work place committee or the health and safety representative of the investigation and the qualified person’s name. (2) For the purposes of subsection (1), the measurement of the A-weighted sound pressure level in a work place shall be performed instantaneously, during normal working conditions, using the slow response setting of a sound level meter. (3) In the investigation referred to in subsection (1), the following matters shall be considered: (a) the sources of sound in the work place; (b) the A-weighted sound pressure levels to which the employee is likely to be exposed and the duration of such exposure; (c) the methods being used to reduce this exposure; (d) whether the exposure of the employee is likely to exceed the limits set out in section 4.4; and (e) whether the employee is likely to be exposed to a noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) of 84 dBA or more. (4) On completing the investigation and after consulting with the work place committee or the health and safety representative, the qualified person shall make, sign and date a written report that contains their (a) observations respecting the matters set out in subsection (3); (b) recommendations respecting the measures that should be taken in order to comply with sections 4.4 to 4.8; and (c) recommendations respecting the use of hearing protectors by employees who are exposed to a noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) of 84 dBA or more but not more than 87 dBA. (5) The employer shall keep the report at a location that is accessible to affected employees for a period of 10 years after the date of the report. (6) If the report states that an employee is likely to be exposed to a noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) of 84 dBA or more, the employer shall, without delay, (a) post and keep posted a copy of the report in a conspicuous place accessible to the employee; and (b) provide the employee with written information that describes the hazards associated with exposure to high levels of sound. SOR/95-105, s. 61(F); SOR/2015-143, s. 19 SOR/2019-246, s. 160(F)
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.4
4.4 No employee in a work place shall be exposed (a) in any 24-hour period, to an A-weighted sound pressure level set out in column I of the schedule to this Part for a duration of exposure that exceeds the applicable duration set out in column II; or (b) at any time, to a noise exposure level (L ex,8 ) of more than 87 dBA. SOR/2015-143, s. 19
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.5
4.5 If feasible, every employer shall, by engineering controls or other physical means other than hearing protectors, reduce an employee’s exposure to a sound level that does not exceed the limits referred to in section 4.4. SOR/2015-143, s. 19 SOR/2019-246, s. 161
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.6
4.6 If it is not feasible for an employer, without providing hearing protectors to maintain an employee’s exposure to a sound level that does not exceed the limits referred to in section 4.4, the employer shall, without delay, (a) make a report in writing to the Head of Compliance and Enforcement setting out the reasons why it is not feasible to do so; and (b) provide a copy of the report to the work place committee or the representative. SOR/2015-143, s. 19 SOR/2019-246, s. 162 SOR/2021-118, s. 7
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.7
4.7 (1) If an employer is required to make a report in accordance with section 4.6, the employer shall, as soon as feasible, provide every employee who is exposed to the sound level referred to in section 4.4 with a hearing protector that (a) meets the requirements set out in CSA Standard CAN/CSA-Z94.2-02, Hearing Protection Devices – Performance, Selection, Care, and Use , as amended from time to time; and (b) prevents the exposure to the sound level referred to in section 4.4. (2) If an employer provides a hearing protector to an employee, the employer shall, in consultation with the work place committee or the health and safety representative, develop a program to train the employee in the fit, care and use of the hearing protector and shall implement the program. (3) If an employer grants a person who is not an employee access to a work place where the person is likely to be exposed to a sound level that exceeds the limits referred to in section 4.4, the employer shall ensure that the person uses a hearing protector that meets the standard referred to in paragraph (1)(a). SOR/2015-143, s. 19 SOR/2019-246, s. 163
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 4.8
4.8 (1) If an employee may be exposed to an A-weighted sound pressure level of more than 87 dBA at a work place, the employer shall, in conspicuous places within the work place, post and keep posted signs warning of a potentially hazardous level of sound. (2) In order to determine whether an employee may be exposed to an A-weighted sound pressure level of more than 87 dBA at a work place, the measurement of the A-weighted sound pressure level shall be performed instantaneously, during normal working conditions, using the slow response setting of a sound level meter. SOR/2015-143, s. 19
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 5.1
5.1 In this Part, control device means a device that will safely disconnect electrical equipment from its source of energy; ( dispositif de commande ) guarded means, in respect of electrical equipment, equipment that is (a) covered, shielded, enclosed or otherwise protected in a manner that prevents injury to an employee who touches or goes near the equipment, or (b) in a place inaccessible to employees. ( protégé )
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control device means a device that will safely disconnect electrical equipment from its source of energy; ( dispositif de commande )
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — (a)
guarded means, in respect of electrical equipment, equipment that is (a) covered, shielded, enclosed or otherwise protected in a manner that prevents injury to an employee who touches or goes near the equipment, or (b) in a place inaccessible to employees. ( protégé )
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 5.2
5.2 (1) Where work, other than the work referred to in subsection (2), is performed on electrical equipment, the employer shall adopt and implement Part VIII of the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations . (2) Where an employee is required to throw switches, change light bulbs or fuses or perform other work that requires no electrical training, the following procedures apply: (a) where electrical equipment is live or may become live, no employee shall work on the equipment unless the employer has instructed the employee in procedures that are safe for work on live conductors; (b) subject to paragraph (c), where an employee is working on or near electrical equipment that is live or may become live, the electrical equipment shall be guarded; and (c) if it is not feasible for electrical equipment referred to in paragraph (b) to be guarded, the employer shall take measures to protect the employee from injury by insulating the equipment from the employee or the employee from the ground. SOR/95-105, s. 8(F); SOR/2015-143, s. 72 SOR/2019-246, s. 164
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 5.3
5.3 (1) Every control device shall be so designed and located as to permit quick and safe operation at all times. (2) The path of access to every electrical switch, control device or meter shall be free from obstruction. (3) Where an electrical switch or other control device controlling the supply of electrical energy to electrical equipment is operated only by a person authorized to do so by the employer, the switch or control device shall be fitted with a locking device that only the authorized person can activate.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.1
6.1 In this Part, food preparation area includes an area used for the storage of food. SOR/2015-143, s. 21
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.2
6.2 (1) Every employer shall maintain each on-board accommodation and food preparation area used by employees in a clean and sanitary condition. (2) On-board accommodation and food preparation areas shall be so used by employees that the accommodation or areas remain as clean and in as sanitary a condition as is possible. SOR/95-105, s. 9(E)
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.3
6.3 All janitorial work that may cause dusty or unsanitary conditions shall be carried out in a manner that will prevent the contamination of the air by dust or other substances injurious to health. SOR/2019-246, s. 165(F)
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.4
6.4 All on-board accommodation and toilet rooms shall be constructed and maintained in a manner that prevents adverse health and safety conditions. SOR/95-105, s. 10(F)
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.5
6.5 (1) In rolling stock on which there is on-board accommodation, the food preparation area shall be separated from the sleeping quarters. (2) In every on-board accommodation, (a) garbage disposal facilities shall be provided to prevent the accumulation of garbage; and (b) potable water, heating, ventilation and sanitary sewage systems shall be provided. SOR/95-105, s. 11(E); SOR/2015-143, s. 22
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.6
6.6 (1) Each garbage container that is used for solid or liquid waste in a work place shall (a) be equipped with a tight-fitting cover; (b) be so constructed that it can easily be cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition; and (c) be leak-proof. (2) Each garbage container referred to in subsection (1) shall be emptied at least once every day that it is used.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.7
6.7 (1) An employer shall ensure that each enclosed part of a work place and each on-board accommodation, toilet room and food preparation area is constructed, equipped and maintained in a manner that will prevent the entrance of vermin. (2) If vermin enter any enclosed part of a work place or any on-board accommodation, toilet room or food preparation area, the employer shall without delay take all steps necessary to eliminate the vermin and prevent any further entries. SOR/2015-143, s. 23
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.8
6.8 No person shall use on-board accommodation, a toilet room or a food preparation area for the purpose of storing equipment unless (a) a storage closet fitted with a door is provided in the on-board accommodation, toilet room or food preparation area; or (b) the equipment is secured in a manner that protects employees from injury.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.9
6.9 In each on board accommodation, toilet room and food preparation area, the temperature, measured one metre above the floor in the centre of the room or area, shall, if feasible, be maintained at a level of not less than 18°C and not more than 29°C. SOR/95-105, s. 12(F) SOR/2019-246, s. 166
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.10
6.10 (1) In each on-board accommodation, toilet room and food preparation area, the floors, partitions and walls shall be so constructed that they can be easily washed and maintained in a sanitary condition. (2) The floor and lower 150 mm of any walls and partitions that are in contact with the floor in any food preparation area or toilet room shall be water-tight and impervious to moisture. SOR/95-105, s. 13(F)
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.11
6.11 (1) If feasible, every employer shall provide a toilet room on rolling stock, other than rolling stock designed for transporting freight and maintenance of way equipment. (2) If it is not feasible to provide a toilet room in accordance with subsection (1), the employer shall provide a toilet room that is readily accessible to employees and is (a) off the rolling stock; or (b) coupled to the rolling stock. SOR/95-105, s. 14(F) SOR/2019-246, s. 167
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.12
6.12 Every toilet room shall be fitted on the inside with a locking device that can be opened from the outside in an emergency.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.13
6.13 (1) Subject to subsection (2), where a toilet room is provided pursuant to section 6.11 and employees of both sexes are employed at the same work place, an employer shall provide a separate toilet room for employees of each sex. (2) An employer may provide only one toilet room for employees of both sexes if the toilet room is completely enclosed with solid material that is non-transparent from the outside. (3) Where separate toilet rooms are provided for employees of each sex, each toilet room shall be equipped with a door that is clearly marked to indicate the sex of the employees for whom the room is provided.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.14
6.14 (1) Subject to subsection (2), the toilet provided in a toilet room shall (a) in the case of a locomotive, be of the self-contained chemical flush type; and (b) in the case of a caboose, be of such a type and construction that waste is not deposited on the track bed or on any part of the caboose. (2) Outside flush or dryhopper type toilets that are suitable for year-round use may be used in a locomotive or caboose if they were installed in that locomotive or caboose prior to May 1, 1969.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.15
6.15 (1) Subject to subsection (2), every toilet room shall be provided with (a) toilet paper on a holder or in a dispenser; and (b) hand cleaning and drying supplies. (2) An employer may provide toilet paper and hand cleaning and drying supplies to each individual employee. (3) In or adjacent to every toilet room, a non-combustible container shall be provided for the disposal of hand cleaning and drying supplies. (4) The employer shall provide the following in each toilet room: (a) menstrual products, including clean and hygienic tampons and menstrual pads; and (b) a covered container or bag that is impervious to moisture, for the disposal of menstrual products. (5) If it is not feasible to provide menstrual products in a toilet room, the employer shall provide them in another location in the same work place that is controlled by the employer, accessible by employees at all times and offers a reasonable amount of privacy. SOR/95-105, s. 15 SOR/2023-78, s. 2
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.16
6.16 Every employer shall, if feasible, provide at each washbasin in a toilet room hot and cold running water. SOR/95-105, s. 16(F) SOR/2019-246, s. 168
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.17
6.17 Hot water that is provided to employees for personal washing shall be maintained at a temperature of not less than 35°C and not more than 43°C and shall not be heated by mixing with steam. SOR/2015-143, s. 24
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.18
6.18 In every toilet room that contains a washbasin, the employer shall provide soap or another cleaning agent in a dispenser at the washbasin.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.19
6.19 Potable water that is provided to employees for drinking, personal washing and food preparation shall meet the standards set out in the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality – Summary Table , prepared by the Federal-Provincial-Territorial Committee on Drinking Water of the Federal-Provincial-Territorial Committee on Health and the Environment and published by the Department of Health, as amended from time to time. SOR/95-105, s. 17; SOR/2015-143, s. 25
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.20
6.20 Where it is necessary to transport water for drinking, personal washing or food preparation, only sanitary portable water containers shall be used.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.21
6.21 Where a portable storage container for drinking water is used, (a) the container shall be securely covered and closed; (b) the container shall be used only for the purpose of storing potable water; (c) the container shall not be stored in a toilet room; and (d) where the container is not a single-use storage container, water shall be drawn from it by (i) a tap, (ii) a ladle used only for the purpose of drawing water from the container, or (iii) any other means that precludes the contamination of the water.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.22
6.22 Except where drinking water is supplied by a drinking fountain or a single-use portable storage container, sanitary single-use drinking cups shall be provided.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.23
6.23 Any ice that is added to drinking water or used for the contact refrigeration of foodstuffs shall be (a) made from potable water; and (b) stored and handled in a manner that prevents contamination.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.27
6.27 (1) Foods that require refrigeration to prevent them from becoming hazardous to health shall be maintained at a temperature of 4°C or lower. (2) Where foods stored by the employer for consumption by employees require freezing to prevent them from becoming hazardous to health, the foods shall be maintained at a temperature of -11°C or lower.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.28
6.28 All equipment and utensils that come into contact with food shall be (a) designed to be easily cleaned; (b) smooth, free from cracks, crevices, pitting or unnecessary indentations; and (c) cleaned to maintain their surfaces in a sanitary condition.
On Board Trains Occupational Health and Safety Regulations — 6.29
6.29 No person shall eat, prepare or store food (a) in a place where a hazardous substance may contaminate food, dishes or utensils; (b) in a toilet room; or (c) in any other place where food is likely to be contaminated. SOR/88-200, s. 14; SOR/2015-143, s. 73(F) SOR/2019-246, s. 169(F)