The conditions where I work are unsafe. Am I protected by health and safety laws?
Yes. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHAct) requires employers to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for their employees. The act does not distinguish contingent workers from other employees and covers contingent workers except for independent contractors and other self-employed workers. The party (whether the recipient employer or temp agency/leasing firm) responsible for unsafe conditions in a workplace will be liable for OSHAct violations.