Occupational Health and Safety and Violence in the Workplace
The Occupational Health and Safety Act (hereinafter “OHSA”) sets out the rights and duties of all parties in the workplace, as well as the procedures for dealing with workplace hazards and for enforcement as needed.
This program provides a detailed analysis of the legislation, including the individual, the Employer, and the Union’s legal obligations. Particularly we will review the right to refuse unsafe work, reprisals against workers, workers’ rights, and OHSA’s incorporation into the Collective Agreement.
On June 15th, 2010 Bill 168 became law. This Bill 168 provided new legislation to amend the Occupational Health and Safety Act (hereinafter “OHSA”). Particularly, it strengthened protection for workers from workplace violence and harassment.
This program also provides a detailed analysis into the implications of Bill 168 on the OHSA, the Union and Employer’s role with respect to investigating complaints, and Union representation rights during said investigations and beyond.
