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164. A load block of an unattended tower crane shall be left empty, at the top position and located at minimum radius. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 164. Note: On January 1, 2024, section 164 of the Regulation is revoked and the following substituted: (See: O. Reg. 241/23, s. 21) 164. Unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer or approved by an engineer that a weight needs to be secured to a load block of an unattended tower crane to balance a crane that cannot slew freely, a load block of an unattended tower crane shall be left empty, at the top position and located at the minimum radius specified by the manufacturer or approved by an engineer. O. Reg. 241/23, s. 21.
1.1 In this Regulation, a requirement that something be done in accordance with good engineering practice includes a requirement that it be done in a manner that protects the health and safety of all workers. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 2.
1.2 In this Regulation, a requirement that a design, drawing, instruction, report, specification, opinion or other document be prepared by an engineer includes a requirement that he or she sign and seal it. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 2; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5.
2. This Part applies with respect to all projects. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 2. Alternative Methods and Materials
3. An employer, owner or constructor may vary a procedure required by this Regulation or the composition, design, size or arrangement of a material, object, device or thing as required by this Regulation, (a) if the procedure, composition, design, size or arrangement as varied affords protection for the health and safety of workers that is at least equal to the protection that would otherwise be given; and (b) if the employer, owner or constructor gives written notice of the varied procedure, composition, design, size or arrangement to the joint health and safety committee or the health and safety representative, if any, for the work place. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 3. Designation of a Project
4. A Director may designate in writing a part of a project as a project and the designated project is considered to be a project for the purposes of the Act and this Regulation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 4; O. Reg. 145/00, s. 2. Registration and Notices
5. (1) Before beginning work at a project, each constructor and employer engaged in construction shall complete an approved registration form. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 3. (2) The constructor shall ensure that, (a) each employer at the project provides to the constructor a completed approved registration form; and (b) a copy of the employer’s completed form is kept at the project while the employer is working there. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 3.
6. (1) This section applies with respect to a project if, (a) the total cost of labour and materials for the project is expected to exceed, (i) $50,000, or (ii) in the case of a project that is confined to a factory that manufactures or assembles automobiles, $250,000; (b) the work is the erection or structural alteration of a building more than two storeys or more than 7.5 metres high; (c) the work is the demolition of a building at least four metres high with a floor area of at least thirty square metres; (d) the work is the erection, structural alteration or structural repair of a bridge, an earth-retaining structure or a water-retaining structure more than three metres high or of a silo, chimney or a similar structure more than 7.5 metres high; (e) work in compressed air is to be done at the project; (f) a tunnel, caisson, cofferdam or well into which a person may enter is to be constructed at the project; (g) a trench into which a person may enter is to be excavated at the project and the trench is more than 300 metres long or more than 1.2 metres deep and over thirty metres long; (g.1) the work is the construction, over frozen water, slush or wetlands, of an ice road for vehicles, machinery or equipment; or (h) a part of the permanent or temporary work is required by this Regulation to be designed by an engineer. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 6 (1); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 2; O. Reg. 190/19, s. 1 (1); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) The constructor shall comply with subsection (3) or (4) before beginning work at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 4. (3) The constructor shall complete an approved notification form and file it at the Ministry office located nearest to the project or submit it electronically on a website of the government of Ontario. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 4; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 3. (4) If the constructor believes that the work at the project will not take more than 14 days, the constructor may provide the relevant information to an inspector at the Ministry office located nearest to the project, (a) by faxing the completed form to the inspector; or (b) by providing the information that would be required to complete the form to the inspector by telephone. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 4. (5) Despite subsection (2), the constructor may begin work at a project before complying with subsection (3) or (4) if the following conditions are met: 1. It is necessary to do the work immediately to prevent injury to people or damage to property. 2. Before beginning the work, the constructor gives an inspector notice of the information required in the form by telephone or fax. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 4. (6) The constructor shall keep the completed notification form posted in a conspicuous place at the project or available at the project for review by an inspector. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 4. (7) In this section, “automobile” includes a van or truck with a gross vehicle weight rating of 14,000 pounds (6,350 kilograms) or less. O. Reg. 190/19, s. 1 (2).
7. If section 6 does not apply to a project but the project includes work on a trench more than 1.2 metres deep into which a worker may enter, the constructor shall, before any work at the project is begun, give notice in person, by telephone or by fax to the Ministry office located nearest to the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 5.
7.1 (1) This section applies with respect to a project at which a suspended work platform system is to be used. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 4. (2) At least 48 hours before a suspended work platform system is used for the first time at a project, the constructor shall complete an approved notification form and provide it to the Ministry by faxing it or delivering it in person to the Ministry office located nearest to the project or submitting it electronically on a website of the government of Ontario. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 4. (3) Despite subsection (2), the constructor may put a suspended work platform system into use before providing the approved notification form if the following conditions are met: 1. It is necessary to use the suspended work platform system immediately to prevent injury to people or damage to property. 2. Before using the suspended work platform system, the constructor gives an inspector at the Ministry office located nearest to the project oral notice, by telephone or in person, that the system will be used. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 4. (4) If a constructor uses a suspended work platform system under subsection (3), the constructor shall, within 24 hours of beginning to use the suspended work platform system, provide a completed approved notification form to the Ministry in a manner described in subsection (2). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 4. (5) The constructor shall keep a copy of the completed notification form in a conspicuous location at the project. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 4.
8.-12. Revoked: O. Reg. 426/21, s. 1. General Requirements
13. (1) A constructor shall post in a conspicuous place at a project and keep posted while work is done at the project a notice setting out, (a) the constructor’s name and if the constructor carries on business in a different name, the business name; (b) the address and telephone number of the constructor’s head office or principal place of business in Ontario; and (c) the address and telephone number of the nearest office of the Ministry. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 13 (1); O. Reg. 145/00, s. 9. (2) Within forty-eight hours after a health and safety representative or joint health and safety committee members are selected for a project, a constructor shall add to the notice the name, trade and employer of the health and safety representative or of each of the committee members. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 13 (2).
14. (1) A constructor shall appoint a supervisor for every project at which five or more workers will work at the same time. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (1). (2) The supervisor shall supervise the work at all times either personally or by having an assistant, who is a competent person, do so personally. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (2). (3) A supervisor or a competent person appointed by the supervisor shall inspect all machinery and equipment, including fire extinguishing equipment, magazines, electrical installations, communication systems, sanitation and medical facilities, buildings and other structures, temporary supports and means of access and egress at the project to ensure that they do not endanger any worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (3). (4) An inspection shall be made at least once a week or more frequently as the supervisor determines is necessary in order to ensure that the machinery and equipment referred to in subsection (3) do not endanger any worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (4). (5) A competent person shall perform tests and observations necessary for the detection of hazardous conditions on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (5).
15. (1) An employer of five or more workers on a project shall appoint a supervisor for the workers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 15. (2) The supervisor shall supervise the work at all times either personally or by having an assistant, who is a competent person, do so personally. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 10.
16. At a project, no person younger than 16 years of age shall, (a) be employed in or about the workplace; or (b) be permitted to be present in or about the workplace while work is being performed. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
17. (1) A constructor shall establish for a project written procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency and shall ensure that the procedures are followed at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11. (2) The constructor shall review the emergency procedures with the joint health and safety committee or the health and safety representative for the project, if any. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11. (3) The constructor shall ensure that the emergency procedures are posted in a conspicuous place at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
18. The constructor shall ensure that every worker at the project has ready access to a telephone, two-way radio or other system of two-way communication in the event of an emergency. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
19. If, under this Regulation, a record is required to be kept available for inspection at a project, the constructor or employer, as the case may be, shall keep the record for at least one year after the project is finished. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 19. PART II   GENERAL CONSTRUCTION Application
20. This Part applies with respect to all projects. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 20. Protective Clothing, Equipment and Devices
21. (1) A worker shall wear such protective clothing and use such personal protective equipment or devices as are necessary to protect the worker against the hazards to which the worker may be exposed. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (1). (2) A worker’s employer shall require the worker to comply with subsection (1). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (2). (3) A worker required to wear protective clothing or use personal protective equipment or devices shall be adequately instructed and trained in the care and use of the clothing, equipment or device before wearing or using it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (3). (4) Personal protective clothing and equipment that is provided, worn or used shall be a proper fit, having regard to all relevant factors including body types. O. Reg. 61/23, s. 1.
22. (1) Every worker shall wear protective headwear at all times when on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 22 (1). (2) Protective headwear shall be a safety hat that, (a) consists of a shell and suspension that is adequate to protect a person’s head against impact and against flying or falling small objects; and (b) has a shell which can withstand a dielectric strength test at 20,000 volts phase to ground. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 22 (2).
23. (1) Every worker shall wear protective footwear at all times when on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 23 (1). (2) Protective footwear shall be a safety shoe or safety boot, (a) with a box toe that is adequate to protect the wearer’s toes against injury due to impact and is capable of resisting at least 125 joules impact; and (b) with a sole or insole that is adequate to protect the wearer’s feet against injury due to puncture and is capable of resisting a penetration load of 1.2 kilonewtons when tested with a Deutsche Industrie Norm standard pin. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 23 (2); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 3.
24. A worker shall use protection appropriate in the circumstances when there is a risk of eye injury to the worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 24.
25. A worker shall use protection appropriate in the circumstances when there is a risk of injury on a project from contact between the worker’s skin and, (a) a noxious gas, liquid, fume or dust; (b) an object that may puncture, cut or abrade the skin; (c) a hot object, hot liquid or molten metal; or (d) radiant heat. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 25.
26. Sections 26.1 to 26.9 apply where a worker may be exposed to any of the following hazards: 1. Falling more than 3 metres. 2. Falling more than 1.2 metres, if the work area is used as a path for a wheelbarrow or similar equipment. 3. Falling into operating machinery. 4. Falling into water or another liquid. 5. Falling into or onto a hazardous substance or object. 6. Falling through an opening on a work surface. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 4; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 4.
26.1 (1) A worker shall be adequately protected by a guardrail system that meets the requirements of subsections 26.3 (2) to (8). O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12. (2) Despite subsection (1), if it is not practicable to install a guardrail system as that subsection requires, a worker shall be adequately protected by the highest ranked method that is practicable from the following ranking of fall protection methods: 1. A travel restraint system that meets the requirements of section 26.4. 2. A fall restricting system that meets the requirements of section 26.5. 3. A fall arrest system, other than a fall restricting system designed for use in wood pole climbing, that meets the requirements of section 26.6. 4. A safety net that meets the requirements of section 26.8. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 5 (1); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 5 (1). (3) The components of any system listed in subsection (2) shall be designed by an engineer in accordance with good engineering practice, and shall meet the requirements of any of the following National Standards of Canada standards that are applicable: 1. CAN/CSA-Z259.1-05: Body Belts and Saddles for Work Positioning and Travel Restraint. 2. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.5-12: Fall Arresters and Vertical Lifelines. 3. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.2-98 (R2004): Self-Retracting Devices for Personal Fall-Arrest Systems. 4. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.3-99 (R2004): Descent Control Devices. 5. CAN/CSA-Z259.10-06: Full Body Harnesses. 6. CAN/CSA-Z259.11-05: Energy Absorbers and Lanyards. 7. CAN/CSA-Z259.12-01 (R2006): Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS). 8. CAN/CSA-Z259.14-01 (R2007): Fall Restrict Equipment for Wood Pole Climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 5 (2); O. Reg. 443/09, s. 1; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 5 (2); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) Before any use of a fall arrest system or a safety net by a worker at a project, the worker’s employer shall develop written procedures for rescuing the worker after his or her fall has been arrested. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12.
26.2 (1) An employer shall ensure that a worker who may use a fall protection system is adequately trained in its use and given adequate oral and written instructions by a competent person. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13. (1.1) In addition to the requirements of subsection (1), an employer shall ensure that a worker who may use a fall protection system meets the working at heights training requirements of Ontario Regulation 297/13 (Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training). O. Reg. 252/14, s. 1. (2) The employer shall ensure that the person who provides the training and instruction referred to in subsection (1) prepares a written training and instruction record for each worker and signs the record. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13. (3) The training and instruction record shall include the worker’s name and the dates on which training and instruction took place. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13. (4) The employer shall make the training and instruction record for each worker available to an inspector on request. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
26.4 (1) A travel restraint system shall consist of a full body harness with adequate attachment points or a safety belt. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (2) The full body harness or safety belt shall be attached by a lifeline or lanyard to a fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (3) The travel restraint system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (4) If a component of the travel restraint system is found to be defective on inspection, the defective component shall immediately be taken out of service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
26.5 (1) A fall restricting system that is not designed for use in wood pole climbing shall consist of an assembly of components that is, (a) attached to an independent fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7; and (b) designed and arranged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and so that a worker’s free fall distance does not exceed 0.6 metres. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6. (2) A fall restricting system that is designed for use in wood pole climbing, (a) shall consist of an assembly of components that is designed and arranged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions; and (b) shall not allow pole slippage in excess of the distances set out in the applicable National Standards of Canada standard referred to in subsection 26.1 (3). O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6. (3) A fall restricting system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6. (4) If a component of the fall restricting system is found to be defective on inspection, the component shall be taken out of service immediately. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6. (5) If a worker who is using the fall restricting system falls or slips more than the distance determined under clause (1) (b) or (2) (b), as the case may be, the system shall be taken out of service immediately and shall not be used again by a worker unless all components of the system have been certified by the manufacturer as being safe for reuse. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
26.6 (1) A fall arrest system shall consist of a full body harness with adequate attachment points and a lanyard equipped with a shock absorber or similar device. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (2) The fall arrest system shall be attached by a lifeline or by the lanyard to an independent fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (3) The fall arrest system shall be arranged so that a worker cannot hit the ground or an object or level below the work. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (4) Despite subsection (1), the fall arrest system shall not include a shock absorber if wearing or using one could cause a worker to hit the ground or an object or level below the work. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (5) The fall arrest system shall not subject a worker who falls to a peak fall arrest force greater than 8 kilonewtons. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (6) The fall arrest system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (7) If a component of the fall arrest system is found to be defective on inspection, the defective component shall immediately be taken out of service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (8) If a worker who is using the fall arrest system falls, the system shall be immediately removed from service and shall not be used again by a worker unless all components of the system have been certified by the manufacturer as being safe for re-use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (9) Subsections (1) to (8) do not apply to fall restricting systems designed for use in wood pole climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 7.
26.7 (1) A permanent anchor system shall be used as the fixed support in a fall arrest system, fall restricting system or travel restraint system if the following conditions are met: 1. The anchor system has been installed according to the Building Code. 2. It is safe and practical to use the anchor system as the fixed support. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (2) If the conditions set out in subsection (1) are not met, a temporary fixed support shall be used that meets the following requirements: 1. Subject to paragraph 2, a support used in a fall arrest system shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 8 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. 2. If a shock absorber is also used in the fall arrest system, the support shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 6 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. 3. Subject to paragraph 4, a support used in a fall restricting system must be capable of supporting a static force of at least 6 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. 4. Paragraph 3 does not apply to a support that is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions and is adequate to protect a worker. 5. A support used in a travel restraint system shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 2 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (3) Despite the requirements listed in subsection (2), the support capacity of a temporary fixed support used in a fall protection system may be determined by dynamic testing in accordance with good engineering practice to ensure that the temporary fixed support has adequate capacity to arrest a worker’s fall. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (4) A fixed support shall not have any sharp edges that could cut, chafe or abrade the connection between it and another component of the system. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (5) Subsections (1) to (4) do not apply to fall restricting systems designed for use in wood pole climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 8.
26.8 (1) A safety net shall be designed, tested and installed in accordance with ANSI/ASSE Standard A10.11-2010, Safety Requirements for Personnel and Debris Nets. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 7. (2) The safety net shall be installed by a competent worker. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (3) An engineer or a competent person under the engineer’s supervision shall inspect and test the installation of the safety net before it is put in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) The engineer shall document the inspection and testing of the safety net. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 9. (5) A copy of the document shall be kept at the project while the safety net is in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
26.9 (1) This section applies to a lanyard or lifeline that is part of a travel restraint system or a fall arrest system. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (2) The following requirements apply to a lanyard or a lifeline: 1. It shall not be used in such a way that it is likely to be cut, chafed or abraded. 2. It shall not be subjected to extreme temperature, flame, abrasive or corrosive materials or other hazards that may damage it. 3. The free end of the lanyard or lifeline shall be kept clear of equipment and machinery. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (3) Only one person at a time may use a lanyard. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (4) The connecting ends of a lanyard shall be wrapped around a protective thimble and adequately fastened with a swaged fitting or eye splice supplied by the manufacturer of the lanyard. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 5. (5) A horizontal or vertical lifeline shall be kept free from splices or knots, except knots used to connect it to a fixed support. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (6) Only one person at a time may use a vertical lifeline. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (7) A vertical lifeline shall, (a) extend to the ground; or (b) have a positive stop that prevents the rope grab or other similar device from running off the end of the lifeline. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14. (8) The following requirements apply to a horizontal lifeline system: 1. It shall be designed by an engineer in accordance with good engineering practice. 2. The design may be a standard design or a custom design. 3. The design shall, i. show the arrangement of the system including the anchorage or fixed support system, ii. indicate the components used, iii. state the number of workers that can safely be attached to it, iv. set out instructions for installation or erection, and v. show the design loads for the system. 4. The system shall be installed or erected, and maintained, in accordance with the engineer’s design. 5. Before each use, the system shall be inspected by an engineer or a competent worker designated by a supervisor. 6. The constructor shall keep the design at the project while the system is in use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 4, 5.
26.10, 26.11 Revoked:  O. Reg. 85/04, s. 10.
27. (1) Despite subsections 26.1 (1) and (2), if the following conditions are met, a worker shall wear a lifejacket or other personal flotation device that is adequate: 1. The worker is exposed to a risk of drowning on a project. 2. It is not reasonably possible to install a guardrail system as subsection 26.1 (1) requires. 3. It is not reasonably possible to protect the worker adequately by means of a fall protection method as subsection 26.1 (2) requires. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (1). (2) If a worker may drown at a project, (a) at least two workers trained to perform rescue operations shall be available to perform rescue operations; (b) rescue equipment shall be provided in a suitable location on or near the project; and (c) all workers on the project shall be advised of the rescue procedures to be followed and their role, if any, in carrying out a rescue. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (2). (3) The rescue equipment shall include, (a) a seaworthy boat equipped with a lifebuoy attached to a buoyant heaving line not less than 15 metres in length and a boat hook; and (b)  Revoked:  O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (2). (c) an alarm system capable of warning a worker of the necessity of carrying out a rescue operation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (3); O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (2). (4) The boat shall be power-driven if the water is likely to be rough or swift. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (4). (5) The alarm system shall be activated when a rescue operation is necessary. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (5). (6) Revoked:  O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (3). Hygiene
28. (1) A reasonable supply of potable drinking water shall be kept readily accessible at a project for the use of workers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 28 (1). (2) Drinking water shall be supplied from a piping system or from a clean, covered container with a drain faucet. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 28 (2). (3) Workers shall be given a sanitary means of drinking the drinking water. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 28 (3). (4) Workers shall not be required to share a common drinking cup to drink water. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 28 (4).
29. (1) In this section, “facilities” means toilet, urinal and clean-up facilities; (“installations”) “service”, when used as a verb, means to have waste pumped out and to have the facilities replenished where necessary. (“entretenir”) O. Reg. 527/00, s. 1. (2) Revoked: O. Reg. 527/00, s. 1. (3) The constructor shall ensure, (a) that facilities are provided or arranged for workers before work has started at a project; and (b) that workers at the project have reasonable access to these facilities. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (4) Subject to subsections (5) and (6), the facilities shall be located not more than 90 metres, where reasonably possible, and otherwise not more than 180 metres, measured horizontally, from the project work area. O. Reg. 61/23, s. 2 (1). (5) If work is being performed in a tunnel, the facilities shall be located not more than 180 metres, measured horizontally, from the entrance to the tunnel. O. Reg. 142/17, s. 6. (6) The facilities may be located not more than 3 kilometres from the work area if transportation to the facilities is provided for workers where reasonably required. O. Reg. 142/17, s. 6. (7) If the project is the construction of a building, the facility shall be located not more than 9 metres, measured vertically, from the level at which work is being performed, in addition to meeting the requirement set out in subsection (4). O. Reg. 142/17, s. 6. (8) The location of the facilities under subsection (7) may be varied if the arrangement affords reasonable accessibility for workers. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (9) If the location of the facilities is varied under subsection (8), the constructor shall document in writing the location and the reasons for the variance, and shall provide the document to, (a) the joint health and safety committee or the health and safety representative, if any, for the workplace; or (b) the workers, if there is no committee or representative for the workers. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (10) The constructor shall, (a) inform workers of the location of the facilities; and (b) post the location of the facilities in a conspicuous place at the project if it is practical to do so. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (11) The facilities shall be serviced, cleaned and sanitized as frequently as necessary to maintain them in a clean and sanitary condition. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (11.1) The facilities shall be kept in good repair at all times. O. Reg. 61/23, s. 2 (2). (12) The constructor shall keep at the project for the duration of the project, (a) a record of the servicing, cleaning and sanitizing of the facilities; and (b) a copy of the document required under subsection (9), if any. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (13) Facilities that are not under the constructor’s control satisfy the requirements of this section only if the constructor has received permission from the facilities’ owner for workers to use the facilities. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15.
29.2 (1) Subject to subsection (1.0.1), each single-toilet facility shall be provided with its own clean-up facility. O. Reg. 61/23, s. 4 (1). (1.0.1) One readily accessible clean-up facility may be provided for every two single-toilet facilities if those single-toilet facilities are located together in the same area at the project. O. Reg. 61/23, s. 4 (1). (1.1) In a multiple-toilet facility at a project, one clean-up facility shall be provided for every two toilets. O. Reg. 527/00, s. 3. (2) Each clean-up facility shall meet the following requirements: 1. Subject to subsection (3), the facility shall have a wash basin with running water. Both hot and cold running water shall be available if reasonably possible. 2. Soap or hand cleanser shall be provided. 3. Paper towels or a hand dryer shall be provided. If paper towels are provided, there shall be a waste disposal receptacle nearby. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 15. (3) If it is not reasonably possible to have a wash basin with running water at a clean-up facility, both of the following shall be provided: 1. A means of cleaning hands. 2. An alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing a minimum of 60 per cent alcohol. O. Reg. 61/23, s. 4 (2).
30. Workers who handle or use corrosive, poisonous or other substances likely to endanger their health shall be provided with washing facilities with clean water, soap and individual towels. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 30. General Requirements
31. (1) Every part of a project, including a temporary structure, (a) shall be designed and constructed to support or resist all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used; and (b) shall be adequately braced to prevent any movement that may affect its stability or cause its failure or collapse. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 31 (1). (2) If two structural steel columns or structural steel beams are connected to a common column or common beam, (a) the connection shall be made using a clipped double connection; or (b) the first column or beam shall be secured in a seated connection. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 31 (2). (3) No part of a project, including a temporary structure, shall be subjected to a load in excess of the load it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 31 (3).
32. (1) During the construction of a building, temporary or permanent flooring shall be installed progressively as the building is erected. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 32 (1). (2) Temporary flooring, (a) shall consist of material that, without exceeding the allowable unit stress for the material used, is capable of supporting, (i) any load to which it is likely to be subjected, and (ii) a load of at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre; (b) shall be securely fastened to and supported on girders, beams or other structural members that are capable of supporting any load likely to be applied to the flooring without exceeding the allowable unit stress for the structural members; and (c) shall extend over the whole area of the surface on or above which work is being carried out. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 32 (2). (3) Temporary flooring shall not be subjected to a load in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 32 (3).
33. (1) Subject to subsection (2), work on a building shall not be carried out at a distance higher than the higher of two storeys or the first column splice above the temporary or permanent flooring. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 33 (1). (2) If the vertical distance between the tiers of column splices on a building exceeds two storeys, work shall not be carried out higher than three storeys above the temporary or permanent flooring. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 33 (2). (3) This section does not apply to work carried out by a worker, (a) who is working from a scaffold; (b) whose fall would be arrested by means of a safety net without endangering the worker; or (c) who is using a fall arrest system attached to the project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 33 (3).
34. (1) If material may fall on a worker, overhead protection shall be provided, (a) at every means of access to and egress from a building or other structure under construction; and (b) above every area where work is being carried out. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 34 (1). (2) Overhead protection shall consist of material capable of supporting 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre without exceeding the allowable unit stress for the material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 34 (2). Housekeeping
35. (1) Waste material and debris shall be removed to a disposal area and reusable material shall be removed to a storage area as often as is necessary to prevent a hazardous condition arising and, in any event, at least once daily. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (1). (2) Rubbish, debris and other materials shall not be permitted to fall freely from one level to another but shall be lowered by a chute, in a container or by a crane or hoist. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (2). (3) Despite subsection (2), rubbish, debris and other materials from demolition on a project may be permitted to fall or may be dropped into an enclosed designated area to which people do not have access. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (3). (4) A chute, (a) shall be adequately constructed and rigidly fastened in place; (b) if it has a slope exceeding a gradient of one in one, shall be enclosed on its four sides; (c) shall have a gate at the bottom end if one is necessary to control the flow of material; and (d) shall discharge into a container or an enclosed area surrounded by barriers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (4). (5) The entrance to a chute, (a) shall be constructed to prevent spilling over when rubbish, debris and other materials are being deposited into the chute; (b) if it is at or below floor level, shall have a curb that is at least 100 millimetres high; (c) shall not be more than 1.2 metres high; (d) shall be kept closed when the chute is not in use; and (e) shall be designed so that any person will be discouraged from entering it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (5).
36. If a formwork tie, reinforcing steel, a nail or another object protruding from concrete or another surface may endanger a worker, the protrusion shall be removed, cut off at the surface or otherwise protected as soon as practicable. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 36.
37. (1) Material or equipment at a project shall be stored and moved in a manner that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 37 (1). (2) No material or equipment to be moved by a crane or similar hoisting device shall be stored under or in close proximity to an energized outdoor overhead electrical conductor. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 37 (2).
38. Blocking, support chains, metal bands, wire rope and rigging components shall be removed from material or equipment in a manner that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 38.
39. Material and equipment at a project shall be piled or stacked in a manner that prevents it from tipping, collapsing or rolling. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 39.
40. (1) No material shall be stored, stacked or piled closer than 1.8 metres to, (a) an opening in a floor or roof; (b) the open edge of a floor, roof or balcony; or (c) an excavation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 40 (1); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 8. Note: On January 1, 2024, subsection 40 (1) of the Regulation is amended by adding “or” at the end of clause (a), by striking out “or” at the end of clause (b) and by revoking clause (c). (See: O. Reg. 241/23, s. 2 (1)) (2) Subsection (1) does not apply with respect to material in a building or a completely enclosed part of a building that is used solely for storing and distributing materials. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 40 (2). (3) Subsection (1) does not apply with respect to small masonry units including bricks, blocks and similar objects, (a) that can be handled by one worker; (b) that are to be used at the edge of a floor, a roof, an excavation or an opening in a floor or roof; and Note: On January 1, 2024, clause 40 (3) (b) of the Regulation is amended by striking out “a roof, an excavation” and substituting “a roof”. (See: O. Reg. 241/23, s. 2 (2)) (c) that are stacked in a pile whose height is less than the distance from the face of the pile to the edge of the floor, roof, excavation or opening in a floor or roof. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 40 (3). Note: On January 1, 2024, clause 40 (3) (c) of the Regulation is amended by striking out “roof, excavation” and substituting “roof”. (See: O. Reg. 241/23, s. 2 (3))
41. A combustible, corrosive or toxic substance shall be stored in a suitable container. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 41.
42. (1) A storage cylinder for compressed gas shall be secured in an upright position. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 42 (1). (2) The control valve of a storage cylinder for compressed gas, other than a cylinder connected to a regulator, supply line or hose, shall be covered by a protective cap that is secured in its proper position. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 42 (2). (3) A spent storage cylinder shall not be stored inside a building. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 42 (3). (4) No storage cylinder for propane shall be placed closer than three metres to a source of ignition or fire. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 42 (4). (5) Subsection (4) does not apply to a storage cylinder, (a) that forms part of hand-held propane equipment; (b) that forms part of a lead pot used in plumbing or electrical work; (c) that forms part of a propane-powered or propane-heated vehicle; or (d) that is protected from a source of ignition by a barrier, wall or other means of separation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 42 (5).
43. (1) A flammable liquid or gas shall be stored in a building or storage tank that is suitable for the purpose and, if practicable, not less than 100 metres from a magazine for explosives. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 43 (1). (2) No more than one work day’s normal supply of a flammable liquid shall be stored in a building or structure on a project unless it is stored, (a) in a container that is suitable for the particular hazards of the liquid; and (b) in a controlled access area or a room, (i) that has sufficient window area to provide explosion relief to the outside, and (ii) that is remote from the means of egress from the building or structure. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 43 (2). (3) A portable container used to store or transport flammable liquids, (a) shall be approved for use for that liquid by a recognized testing laboratory; and (b) shall have a label stating the use for which the container is approved and the name of the testing laboratory which gave the approval required by clause (a). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 43 (3).
44. (1) Signs meeting the requirements of subsection (2) shall be posted in prominent locations and in sufficient numbers to warn workers of a hazard on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 44 (1). (2) A sign shall contain the word “DANGER” written in legible letters that are at least 150 millimetres in height and shall state that entry by any unauthorized person to the area where the hazard exists is forbidden. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 44 (2). (3) Without limiting the generality of subsection (1), a sign shall be posted, (a) adjacent to a hoisting area; (b) under a boatswain’s chair or a suspended work platform; (c) at the outlet from a chute; (d) at a means of access to a place where there may be a noxious gas, vapour, dust or fume, noxious substance or a lack of oxygen; and (e) where there is a potential hazard from an energized overhead electrical conductor at more than 750 volts. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 44 (3); O. Reg. 242/16, s. 6; O. Reg. 142/17, s. 9. (4) No person shall enter an area in which a sign is posted other than a worker authorized to work in the area. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 44 (4).
45. (1) The areas in which a worker is present and the means of access to and egress from those areas shall be adequately lit. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 45 (1). (2) A light bulb used in a temporary lighting system shall be enclosed by a mechanical protection device. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 45 (2).
46. (1) A project shall be adequately ventilated by natural or mechanical means, (a) if a worker may be injured by inhaling a noxious gas, vapour, dust or fume or from a lack of oxygen; or (b) if a gas, vapour, dust or fume may be capable of forming an explosive mixture with air. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 46 (1). (2) If it is not practicable to provide natural or mechanical ventilation in the circumstances described in clause (1) (a), respiratory protective equipment suitable for the hazard shall be provided to and used by the workers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 46 (2).
47. (1) This section does not apply to an internal combustion engine operated in a tunnel. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 9. (2) No internal combustion engine shall be operated in an excavation or in a building or other enclosed structure unless there is an adequate supply of air for combustion and, (a) the exhaust gases and fumes from the engine are adequately discharged directly outside the excavation, building or other enclosed structure to a point sufficiently remote to prevent the return of the gases and fumes; or (b) there is adequate natural or mechanical ventilation to ensure that exhaust gases and fumes from the engine will not accumulate in the excavation, building or other enclosed structure. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 9. (3) An excavation or a building or other enclosed structure in which an internal combustion engine is being operated shall be tested for airborne concentrations of carbon monoxide to ensure that the concentrations do not exceed the applicable limits as determined in accordance with section 4 of Regulation 833 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 (Control of Exposure to Biological or Chemical Agents), made under the Act. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 9. (4) The testing under subsection (3) shall be carried out by a competent worker in accordance with a written testing strategy, which shall be developed by the employer in consultation with the joint health and safety committee or a health and safety representative, if any. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 9. (5) An internal combustion engine under this section shall be maintained and used in accordance with section 93. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 9.
48. (1) When a drum, tank, pipeline or other container is to be repaired or altered, (a) its internal pressures shall be adjusted to atmospheric pressure before any fastening is removed; (b) it shall be drained, cleaned and ventilated or otherwise rendered free from any explosive, flammable or harmful substance; and (c) it shall not be refilled during repair or alteration if the substance which is to be placed in it may vaporize or ignite. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 48 (1). (2) Clauses (1) (a) and (b) do not apply with respect to a pipeline if hot-tapping and boxing-in are carried out by a competent worker under controlled conditions that provide for the protection of all persons. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 48 (2). Temporary Heat
49. (1) A fuel-fired heating device shall be located, protected and used in such a way that there is no risk of igniting a tarpaulin or similar temporary enclosure or combustible materials adjacent to it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 49 (1). (2) No fuel-fired heating device shall be used in a confined or enclosed space unless there is an adequate supply of air for combustion and adequate general ventilation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 49 (2). (3) A fuel-fired heating device shall be protected from damage and from overturning. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 49 (3). (4) No fuel-fired heating device shall be located so as to restrict any means of egress. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 49 (4). (5) A fuel-fired heating device that generates noxious products of combustion shall discharge the products of combustion outside the building or structure in which it is located. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 49 (5).
50. All fuel supply lines shall be constructed, guarded or placed in such a way as to be protected from damage. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 50.
51. (1) Temporary steam-piping shall be installed and supported so as not to endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 51 (1). (2) Temporary steam-piping shall be insulated or otherwise protected if a worker is likely to come into contact with it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 51 (2). Fire Safety
52. (1) Fire extinguishing equipment shall be provided at readily accessible and adequately marked locations at a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (1). (1.1) Every worker who may be required to use fire extinguishing equipment shall be trained in its use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 16. (2) Without limiting subsection (1), at least one fire extinguisher shall be provided, (a) where flammable liquids or combustible materials are stored, handled or used; (b) where oil-fired or gas-fired equipment, other than permanent furnace equipment in a building, is used; (c) where welding or open-flame operations are carried on; and (d) on each storey of an enclosed building being constructed or altered. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (2). (3) At least one fire extinguisher shall be provided in a workshop for each 300 or fewer square metres of floor area. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (3). (4) Clause (2) (d) and subsection (3) do not apply to a building, (a) that is to be used as a detached or semi-detached single-family dwelling; (b) that has two storeys or less and is to be used as a multiple family dwelling; or (c) that has one storey with no basement or cellar. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (4).
53. (1) Fire extinguishing equipment shall be of a suitable type and size to permit the evacuation of workers during a fire. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 53 (1). (2) Every fire extinguisher, (a) shall be a type whose contents are discharged under pressure; and (b) shall have an Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada rating of at least 4A40BC. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 53 (2); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 10.
54. (1) Fire extinguishing equipment shall be protected from physical damage and from freezing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 54 (1). (2) After a fire extinguisher is used, it shall be refilled or replaced immediately. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 54 (2).
55. Every fire extinguisher shall be inspected for defects or deterioration at least once a month by a competent worker who shall record the date of the inspection on a tag attached to it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 55.
56. No work shall be carried out at a height of 84 metres or more in a building unless the building has temporary or permanent fire pumps that provide a minimum water flow of 1,890 litres per minute at a discharge pressure of at least 450 kilopascals at and above the 84-metre height. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 17.