As temperatures rise across Ontario, heat stress (or heat illness) becomes more than a seasonal inconvenience—it becomes a serious workplace hazard. While Ontario does not have heat-specific legislation, employers still carry clear legal responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) to protect workers illness and injury. Understanding legal requirements and best practices can help employers reduce risk, protect their workers, and avoid liability. Photo

If passed, several changes would take place, let's note the important ones employer's should be aware of.