Safety Training For Construction Workers
What Ontario Employers & Workers Need To Know
Construction sites are some of the most dynamic and high-risk work environments in Ontario. From working at heights and operating heavy equipment to navigating changing job sites and weather conditions, construction workers face daily hazards that require proper, role-specific safety training.
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At Correct Compliance, we help construction employers and workers understand and meet their occupational health and safety training requirements, ensuring every worker goes home safe at the end of the day.
Why Safety Training Matters in Construction
Every construction site is different, and so are the risks. Depending on the type of work being performed, workers may be exposed to hazards such as:
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Falls from heights
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Moving machinery and vehicles
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Electrical hazards
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Excavation and trenching risks
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Hazardous materials and dust exposure
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Changing or multi-employer job sites
Under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and related regulations, employers are responsible for ensuring workers are properly trained and competent for the work they are assigned.
Working at Heights (WAH) Training
In Ontario, many construction workers are legally required to complete Working at Heights (WAH) training before working on elevated surfaces where fall protection is needed. This can include work on:
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Scaffolding
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Ladders
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Roofs
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Elevated platforms
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Structural steel
At Correct Compliance, we offer a CPO-approved Working at Heights Training Program. This program is designed for workers in Ontario who need to fulfill the mandatory training requirements for fall protection and safely working at height outlined in Ontario Regulation 213/91: Construction Projects.
Other Common Construction Safety Training Topics
Construction work often requires employees to safely work at heights, work within confined spaces, and know how to respond to common jobsite dangers. Depending on your role and site conditions, additional training may include:
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Fall protection systems and equipment use
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Ladder safety
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Scaffold safety
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WHMIS (hazardous materials)
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Equipment operation (e.g., forklifts, skid steers)
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Confined space awareness or entry training
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Emergency response and site-specific safety orientation
The exact training required depends on the type of work, employer policies, and site-specific hazards.
Not Sure What Training You Need in Ontario?
Construction work can vary widely between projects and employers. Because of this, it’s not always clear which certifications are required. That’s where we come in.
At Correct Compliance, we help employers and workers identify the exact training needed based on job duties, site conditions, and Ontario safety requirements. This ensures you’re not under-trained or unintentionally out of compliance.