Renovation, finishing, electrical, plumbing, roofing contractors: construction is the sector most monitored by CNESST. Your OHS action plan is non-negotiable.
Scaffolds, roofs, ladders. Leading cause of workplace deaths in construction. Harnesses, guardrails, written procedures mandatory.
Overhead power lines, faulty tools, heavy machinery. Lockout and strict procedures required.
Silica, asbestos, solvents, paints. PPE (respirators, gloves) + WHMIS training mandatory.
Heavy material lifting, awkward postures, vibrations (jackhammer). MSDs very common.
Light-construction questionnaire, auto-generated plan, PDF following the CNESST framework.
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If you work alone with no employees, you are not subject. As soon as you hire an apprentice or labourer, the plan becomes mandatory.
No. CCQ manages labour relations and training in construction. CNESST manages occupational health and safety. Both impose distinct obligations.
You need a general company OHS action plan + a prevention program tailored to each jobsite. PlanSST handles both.