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Confined Space Training Online: Pros and Cons

By |2021-10-13T15:24:59-04:00August 23rd, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

Here is a list of the main Pros and Cons to getting your confined space training online. Click on the links for each item to learn more. Pros Convenience Health Concerns Cons Not Properly Trained No Crucial Hands-on Experience with Equipment Lack of Instructor Interaction You [...]

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Better Workplace Safety With ACUTE Training

By |2022-11-16T14:45:49-05:00August 19th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

You can enjoy better workplace safety with ACUTE training. Here are the benefits of working with ACUTE! Click on the links to read more about each benefit. The ACUTE training staff has over 100 years of combined experience. You can choose the best learning option for you, including: on-site, at ACUTE's training facility, or [...]

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What Are the Responsibilities of the JHSC?

By |2025-06-19T11:38:28-04:00August 16th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

The main responsibilities of a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) include: Inspecting your workplace on a regular basis Identifying potential and actual workplace hazards Getting information from your employer that relates to health and safety in your workplace Giving health and safety improvement recommendations in your workplace Being consulted about any health and safety-related [...]

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Ontario Working at Heights | Required Training

By |2023-05-15T11:36:41-04:00August 6th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

Ontario Working at Heights Here are the top things that you need to know about Ontario Working at Heights training. Click on the individual links to learn more about each point. 1. According to Ontario law, anyone working on a construction project who uses fall protection equipment must take working at heights training. 2. [...]

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CPO Approved Trainers: What It Means and Why It Matters

By |2024-10-04T11:00:41-04:00August 3rd, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

According to The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD), only the province's Chief Prevention Officer (CPO) has the authority to approve health and safety trainers. Learn more. In order for a health and safety trainer to become CPO approved, trainers need to go through a stringent approval process. Learn more. For the [...]

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Working at Heights Approved Trainers in Ontario

By |2022-11-09T11:43:55-05:00July 28th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

The following are the basic requirements that Working at Heights trainers need to adhere to (Click on the links to learn more about each requirement): 1. Follow the Legislation Requirements for Approved Trainers 2. Adhere to the Insurance Requirements for Approved Trainers 3. Provide Your Attendees with Course Information in Advance 4. Meet Specific [...]

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Working at Heights Training | Ontario Laws & Regulations

By |2021-07-16T15:37:21-04:00July 16th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

Here are the basic laws and regulations that surround working at heights training in Ontario: 1. Ontario requires that anyone working on a construction project who uses fall protection equipment must take working at heights training. Learn more. 2. Your employer is responsible to get a record of training from your working at heights [...]

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Guide To WHMIS Symbols 2021 – With Helpful Infographic and Resources – Update

By |2022-01-10T09:02:13-05:00June 9th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

Today we are going to give you a thorough breakdown of WHMIS symbols 2021. Acute has over 100 years of combined experience with in-house or on-site worker environmental and safety training. We want to help you get the training you need to keep your workers safe. WHMIS is a comprehensive system for providing health [...]

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Does Fall Arrest Training Expire? | Fall Arrest Training FAQs

By |2022-11-16T14:56:17-05:00May 25th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

Today we are going to take a look at Fall Arrest Training. Acute has over 100 years of combined experience with in-house or on-site worker environmental and safety training. We want to help you get the training you need to keep your workers safe. We’ll explain what Fall Arrest Training is by answering the [...]

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Confined Space Rescue Plan: Creating An Emergency Response

By |2023-09-21T16:31:53-04:00May 17th, 2021|ACUTE Environmental and Safety Services|

If you are not sure how to go about designing your own confined space rescue plan, here's a free downloadable template to help you get started. ACUTE has over 100 years of combined experience with in-house or on-site worker environmental and safety training. We want to help you keep your workers safe. You can [...]

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