Ohs division 18 workers joining the health and safety committee, employers making sure there is a clear way to report hazards, and managers taking part in safety training so they know how to follow up on hazard reports. In nova scotia, failure to comply with the occupational health and safety act can be charged as an offence. With the electronic submission process, bid security should be included in pdf form. However, the act also has a more general provision within section 28 of the act requirement for program. Federal and provincial occupational health and safety. Sns 1996, c 7 occupational health and safety act canlii. Canadanova scotia offshore petroleum resources accord implementation act pdf electricity act pdf. Canada occupational health and safety regulations 1512 kb regulations are current to 20200319 and last amended on 20190625.
These safety guidelines incorporate applicable government regulations and are intended to provide a userfriendly guide to those working in the screen based industry in nova scotia. Atlantic offshore occupational health and safety initiative. There are various requirements for record keeping throughout the occupational health and safety act and regulations. This consolidation is unofficial and is for reference only. Nova scotia occupational health and safety requirements differ depending on the number of employees employed by a business. Best wishes for a safe and healthy working experience. Ohs guidelines are periodically updated and new ones added, in consultation with subject matter experts within the worker and employer services division.
The legislature makes laws, controls provincial public spending, and monitors and questions the executive branchs policies and. Employment laws workplace initiatives hr toolkit nova scotia. Click below to download the pdf version of our catalogue. Used to make a discriminatory action complaint to the occupational health and safety division. The nova scotia trucking safety association hopes this article will help explain the requirements for employers. Most employers in nova scotia operate safe workplaces. The legislature makes laws, controls provincial public spending, and monitors and questions the executive branchs policies and actions. On june 12, 2017, amendments to the nova scotia occupational health and safety ohs act will come into effect to clarify the definition of an injury or serious incident and how to report it extend the authority of the ohs director to deal with repeat offenders. Their staff promote, coordinate, administer, and enforce occupational health and safety for you. Nova scotia health and safety must haves for every employer.
Emergency responders traffic management guidelines pdf. If you require multiple copies, please contact government publications. You are responsible to know the regulations that affect your workplace. Occupational health and safety act nova scotia legislature. It is made up of democratically elected representatives the mlas who form the house of assembly, and the lieutenant governor. Nova scotia workplace health and safety regulations n. Policy statement this routine access policy for the nova scotia workers compensation appeals tribunal tribunal is designed to provide persons with an opportunity to obtain certain. Nova scotia lobster boat that sank was modified with tailgate. It provides information to help clarify the intent of certain sections of the regulations and answer in plain language commonly asked questions about the regulations. On june 12, 2017, amendments to the nova scotia occupational health and safety ohs act will come into effect to clarify the definition of an injury or serious incident and how to report it extend the authority of the ohs director to deal with repeat offenders who continue to put others at risk of serious injury. As such, the governments of canada, newfoundland and labrador and nova scotia have embarked on the development of ohs regulations.
Ohs regulations specify when fall protection to workers working at heights is required based on. Occupational safety general regulations nova scotia. The nova scotia department of labour and workforce development adheres to a policy it calls the internal responsibility system, which means that, while managers and supervisors have significant responsibility for workplace safety, individual employees also share in that responsibility. Workers compensation board of nova scotia workplace safety. Ohs guidelines are not intended to provide exclusive interpretations, but to assist with compliance. Public service commission government of nova scotia.
Contact the ohs division at 18009522687 if you have questions about which regulations apply to your workplace. These range from maintenance and inspection records to assessments and testing. Under section 25 of the occupational health and safety act, an employee may file a complaint against an employer or union if the employer or union has taken, or threatens to take, a discriminatory action against the employee because the employee complied with the act, the regulations or an order or because the employee sought the enforcement of. Nova scotia labour and advanced education promotes safe and healthy workplaces by developing and enforcing safety standards, and providing education, and consulting support.
Section 2 occupational health and safety act scaffolding regulations page 4 updated may 1, 2006 t c l pumpjack scaffold means a scaffold consisting of a work platform supported by vertical poles and adjustable support brackets. Occupational health and safety division nova scotia. Atlantic occupational health and safety initiative. The department of labour and advanced education are a key part of nova scotia s workplace safety and insurance system. These regulations may be cited as the occupational health and safety regulations, 2012. It is encouraged to read this guide in its entirety but it has also been designed to be used as a. Your health and safety in the workplace is protected by nova scotias occupational health and safety act and regulations. Atlantic occupational health and safety initiative natural. Revised guidelines for the nova scotia screen based production industry and summary of changes in guidelines.
The remaining 94% of canadian workers fall under the legislation of the province or territory where they work. Support research and other initiatives in matters related to occupational health and safety. The objective is for businesses to learn what they should have in place to comply with ohs legislation. This statute is current to 20171110 according to the nova scotia. Occupational health and safety regulations nunavut and northwest territories less prescriptive current regulations are unusually prescriptive in view of contemporary ohs approaches. Occupational safety general regulations government of nova. These guidelines should be referred to as the minimum standards for health and safety in the nova scotia screen based industry. Workplace health and safety regulations nova scotia. Between 2007 and 2011, 123 employees died due to occupational hazards or from chronic illnesses caused by their work or other health issues. Founded in 1838, acadia university in wolfville, nova scotia, has a long tradition of academic excellence and innovation. Review the draft policy intent document pdf, 883 kb. Greetings, in april 2016, government introduced and passed amendments to the occupational health and safety act to help keep nova scotians safe at work. Nova scotia occupational health and safety act changes.
The division seeks to continuously improve the provision of its services. Occupational health and safety act nova scotia house of. Regulatory practices issues ohs guidelines to help with the application and interpretation of sections of the occupational health and safety regulation ohsr and with divisions of the workers compensation act the act that relate to health and safety. Accord acts and the associated regulations for the reporting and investigation of incidents and other events that occur in the offshore area. Occupational health and safety regulations i ohsmanuals. The commission is responsible for developing human resource management policies, programs, standards and procedures to help create an engaged, productive and diverse workforce. Nova scotia occupational health and safety act changes june 2017. Canada occupational health and safety regulations 887 kb pdf full document. For the nova scotia workers compensation appeals tribunal.
Nlr 512 occupational health and safety regulations. The following regulations apply to most workplaces in nova scotia. The pile caps for both the north boardwalk and wharf interior are to be priced. The public service commission helps make sure the government of nova scotia has the people and skills needed to create and provide programs and services. We also oversee collective bargaining and provide advice on. Note, this form is not to be used for a discriminatory action appeal the form required for the appeal is found on the labour board website. Sign up with your email address to receive news, safety tips and great educational content. The governments of canada, nova scotia and newfoundland and labrador, together. Nova scotias number of workplace deaths have more than doubled over the past five years, according to figures from the provincial labour department.
The ohs initiative is a partnership between the governments of canada, nova scotia, and newfoundland and labrador, with advice from the regulators that have offshore oil and gas responsibilities under legislation and regulations. The goal is for all ohs regulations, except the underground mining regulations, to eventually become part of the whs regulations. Occupational health and safety act scaffolding regulations. However, when nova scotians do business with the government of canada, or with a business regulated by the federal government, the nova scotia human rights act does not apply. When you step onto acadias campus, you enter a world of opportunity. Many sections of the act and the ohsr have associated ohs g uidelines. Changes to occupational health and safety act jun 9, 2017 12. Health and safety program sample i ohs safety manuals canada. Federal and provincial occupational health and safety regulations.
This page contains the full text of the occupational safety general regulations consolidated by the nova scotia registry of regulations to n. At develop nova scotias sole discretion and subject to funding availability, the. Those regulations will be automatically repealed in december 2019, requiring that new regulations enter into force prior to that date. Download a pdf version of this small business safety toolkit. The nova scotia occupational health and safety regime is undergoing a. For the nova scotia workers compensation appeals tribunal october 2003 revised april 2005 2 1. The department of labour and advanced education are a key part of nova scotias workplace safety and insurance system. Federally, the ohs initiative is spearheaded by natural resources canada, with. Welcome to your new job in nova scotias retail industry. Flagger and confined spaces general safety regulations were prescriptive and any different approaches had to be approved by the chief safety. Dns requires ohs regulations to be followed and the.
Occupational health and safety act scaffolding regulations section 8 c t updated may 1, 2006 page 7 repair 3 on receipt of a report concerning a scaffold made pursuant to subsection 2, an employer. At develop nova scotias sole discretion and subject to. It is important to remember however that this guide is only an explanation of the regulations. The new regulations will replace the current blasting safety regulations, fall protection and scaffolding regulations, occupational safety general regulations and temporary workplace traffic control regulations. The nova scotia legislature is the legislative branch of the government of nova scotia. Nova scotia health and safety guide for new retail workers. Nova scotia labour and advanced education promotes safe and.
Nlr 512 occupational health and safety regulations, 2012. Finally, it acknowledges the role of the nova scotia ohs division as not one of creating and maintaining safe and healthy workplaces supplanting the workplace. Safety act and regulations of nova scotia and, in the event of any conflict, the provisions of the occupational health and safety act and regulations will prevail. The following sections of the occupational health and safety act, and its regulations pertain to lone workers. Dosimeter information sheet for nova scotia dental offices. Workplace safety catalogue safety services nova scotia. Your health and safety in the workplace is protected by nova scotia s occupational health and safety act and regulations.
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