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Ministry Of Labour

Jul 15, 2017

New and young workers blitz

Inspections help to raise awareness about safety and rights of workers.
Jul 15, 2017

Supervisor awareness and accountability

Inspection blitz to focus on competent supervision.
Jul 15, 2017

Working outdoors poses many hazards

Tips and videos for outdoor workers on MOL website.
Jul 12, 2017

Interim report proposes sweeping changes to employment laws

An interim report proposes changes to Ontario's Employment Standards Act.
May 15, 2017

Protect yourself this season

Outdoor workers face a number of hazards from insects, the sun and toxic plants.
Jan 15, 2016

Ministry proposes changes to safety regulations

Changes to address noise, chemical agents and carbon monoxide exhaust.
Sep 15, 2015

Ministry offers advisory on elevating work platforms

The Ministry of Labour has provided an advisory on working at heights.
Mar 15, 2015

Irrigation now included in overtime pay exemption

Employers of landscape gardeners are exempt from the requirement to pay overtime.
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