FSC 60th Anniversary Celebration

2025 marks a special year for the Fleet Safety Council as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of our great organization. The first meeting was held in Toronto in January 1965!

To commemorate that event and to celebrate 60 years of collaboration the Fleet Safety Council is holding an anniversary celebration on January 16, 2025 at IHSA Head Office (21 Voyager Court South, Etobicoke), the event will run from 10:30 am until 2:00PM and will include a light lunch so registration is required.

FSC Conference Photos

Photos from the FSC 33rd Annual Conference are now available on the FSC Website. Visit the Photo and Video Gallery to view all the photos.

FSC Website: Photo and Video Gallery

FSC Testimonials

The FSC would like to hear from you! A testimonials page is being added to the FSC website. If you would like to include a testimonial please send 2-4 sentences of what the FSC means to you to admin@fleetsafetycouncil.com.

IHSA.ca Magazine: Volume 24, Issue 2

The latest edition of IHSA.ca magazine is now available. Some of the topics include: Leading by example in your workplace, The keys to driving comfortably, The risks of working alone, The four P's of safe winter driving and more.

CVOR Collision Point Review Panel

Did you know that IHSA has a CVOR Review Panel? Once a submission is received this panel meets to determine whether an incident was preventable or non-preventable. The panel is an unbiased, neutral, highly-qualified third party and maintains complete confidentiality.

NCSO®/NHSA™: Upcoming Webinars

The NCSO®/NHSA™ committee is excited to launch a comprehensive webinar series to kick off 2025, designed with your professional growth in mind. These sessions will provide in-depth guidance on the updated NCSO®/NHSA™ requirements, training for the new portal, and practical insights into using AuditSoft software. Additionally, the webinars will cover essential topics to enhance your knowledge in key areas. Whether your goal is to expand your expertise or optimize your processes, this series is here to support you. Join us and take the next step on your path to success.

Menstrual Product Requirements Take Effect

On January 1, 2025, the requirements for making menstrual products available on construction projects under O. Reg 213/91, section 28.1 took effect.

IHSA, in partnership with the MLITSD, has created a FAQ document to help employers and contractors understand the new requirements.

Reminder: Register Now For The Working Mind For the Trades

IHSA is partnering with Opening Minds, a division of the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) to pilot a new training program designed to reduce stigma surrounding mental illness in trade-sector workplaces.

The courses have been adapted for trades sectors from Opening Minds' The Working Mind, an evidence-based learning program developed to help Ontario workplaces better understand mental illness and foster psychologically healthy and safe working environments.

Latest podcast episodes available

The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario. The latest episodes include:



Episode 96: Minimizing the Risk of Distracted Driving

Episode 97: See Something, Say Something: Speaking up about Unsafe Conditions

Ontario passes Working for Workers Six Act, 2024

On December 19th, 2024, the Working for Workers Six Act, received Royal Assent which builds on the previous five Working for Workers acts with a suite of measures to protect the health and wellbeing of workers, bring more people into the skilled trades and keep costs down for Ontario workers. 

There are many key changes to the Employment Standards Act, Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act.

MTO DCP Bulletin

The MTO has released a bulletin advising that all Class A, DCP program providers (and Career Colleges) are required to re-submit their updated lesson plans using a MTO approved template. These must be submitted by July 1, 2025 to the MTO in order to continue to deliver Class A license upgrades. Penalties and enforcement action for those who do not comply by the deadline.

IHSA, OHCOW survey still open

Workplace mental stressors—such as working alone, shiftwork, driving, trauma exposure, poor ergonomics, or exposure to hazards—are health and safety hazards that can affect workers’ mental and physical wellbeing and lead to illness or injury.

IHSA is inviting workers in the construction and transportation industries across Ontario to participate in a survey that is the first of its kind in Ontario. Developed by IHSA and Occupational Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW), the survey aims to identify mental stressors at workplaces so they can be eliminated or reduced, thus improving overall mental wellness.

Addressing and minimizing causes of mental distress at work is essential for maintaining workers’ safety and wellbeing. As an employer, you can help us do this by promoting this survey to your workforce. Reach out to IHSA for more information.

Anyone who completes and submits the survey could enter to win one of three Visa gift cards valued at $50, $150, or $250. All responses will be anonymous and confidential. You can learn more about the survey at StressAssess.ca.

CVSA 2025 North American OOS Criteria and Inspection Bulletin Update Webinar

Kerri Wirachowsky, CVSA Director of Inspection Programs, will go over updates to the 2025 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria, which will go into effect on April 1, 2025, and a new inspection bulletin. Other updates, information and tools will be presented to assist jurisdictions with upcoming in-service refresher training.

Transportation Industry Partner News & Resources

Click on the link below to access some recent news and updates from our industry partners!

Industry partner news and resources: January 2025

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