Safety Connection | Preparing for MLITSD Occupational Hygiene Campaigns 2025-2026

Join hosts Toni Volpato and Gord Pajuluoma from WSPS as they guide you through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development's (MLITSD) occupational hygiene campaigns for 2025-2026. This session covers crucial topics including updated WHMIS training requirements, hazardous product regulations, and workplace exposure to chemical agents.

Learn about the MLITSD inspection process, how to conduct effective workplace assessments, and essential control measures to ensure compliance and worker safety.

This comprehensive preparation guide will help you stay ahead of the curve and maintain a safe work environment.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:00 Overview of Occupational Hygiene Campaigns
02:27 Webinar Housekeeping and Participation
05:43 Introduction of Speakers
07:36 Understanding the Campaigns and Regulations
12:24 Detailed Explanation of WIS Training
16:23 Inspection Expectations and Compliance
26:11 Employer and Worker Responsibilities
34:05 Effective Workplace-Specific Training
48:43 Annual Review and Inventory Check
49:28 Ensuring Proper Training and Documentation
50:01 Triggering WHMIS Retraining
51:14 Identifying Hazardous Products in the Workplace
52:27 Introduction to Ontario Regulation 833
54:19 Ministry Inspections and Compliance
56:30 Conducting Workplace Assessments
59:17 Recognizing and Assessing Workplace Hazards
01:19:38 Implementing Control Measures
01:23:16 Resources and Final Thoughts