In 2015, the Ontario Ministry of Labour Blitzes will focus on a wide variety of topics. These proactive reviews ensure all businesses and sectors operate safely and abide by current ministry laws.
Starting in April 2015, the Ontario Ministry of Labour Blitzes will give it’s focus on programs to enforce Employment Standards and Health and Safety. The full listing of blitzes and initiatives can be found online at http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/resources/blitzschedule.php.
Some areas of inspection during Labour Blitzes include:
• Material Handling
• Safe Operation of Machinery
• Fall Prevention
• Small Manufacturing
• Struck By Hazards
• Vehicle-pedestrian interaction
• Construction industries
• Industrial industries
• Worker Safety
• Employment Standards
Be proactive and ensure you remain safe
Currently Northern Dock Systems conducts independent energy and safety audits throughout the year to help new and current customers identify risk at their location(s). As seen with most companies, it is a good habit to work alongside a heath and safety committee to identify and prioritize ways to eliminate and minimize risk.
Common Safety Concerns
| Safety Concern | Recommended Solution |
| Condensation build-up | Air circulation with HVLS Fans |
| Trailer creep away from building | Secure with Nordock Trailer Restraints |
| Dark trailer loading/unloading | Illuminate with LED Versa Dock Light |
| Fabric doors open close times | Install motion sensors to regulate operation |
| Employees require frequent heat stress breaks | Evaporate cooling effects with HVLS Fans |
| Trailers not secured during offloading | Install a Smart-Chock communication system |
| Process heat overwhelming employees | Move heat away from dock areas with AeroTec truck fans |
| Rodents or contaminants entering your building | Install brush weather seal on overhead doors and entrances |
| Eliminate outside air from entering loading dock areas | Install seals and shelters to create airtight seal around trailers |
| Employees notified regarding trailers docking at facility | Install an LED communication system to indicate real time status |
On-Site Audits
Contact Northern Dock Systems to schedule an onsite visit to review your facility and immediate concerns to meet and exceed the Ministry of Labour’s expectations and guidelines.
Call us at 1.866.601.1758 to book a visit or discuss how we can help.
