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General Construction and Contracting

One Aspect of my life has been Construction Safety. I’ve received a lot of training in this field. I’ve been audited by the Ministry Of Labour (MOL). I’ve had many encounters with Ministry Of Labour Inspectors on Construction Sites as well as Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), Technical Standards and safety Authority (TSSA)

On this page I will collect relevant articles group them for you. This page is constantly updated so it change over time.

The first 4 Articles are on documents that Constructors should be asking from all their contractors to limit their liability.  I my opinion every contractor should has a “New Job Package” that would Include a copy of their Contract and Standard Conditions and Terms, WSIB clearance certificate, their Form 1000, Health and Safety Policy Statement and any relevant documentation (Such as Material Safety Data Sheets), Proof of Insurance and Limiting Liability Statements.  Below are links to discussions about this items that I’ve already written on. I touch on why they are important and what’s required.

Construction Documents Part 1: Registration Of Constructors (Form 1000)
Construction Documents Part 2: WSIB Clearance Certificate
Construction Documents Part 3: Health and Safety Policy
Don’t Forget to ask for Proof of Insurance

Some additional Topics I’ve written on include:

Can I Hire a Contractor Without WSIB?
How to Give a Safety Talk – Introduction and Example?
What Construction Company Owners Should Ensure Their Foremen Have (Or Supervisors)

For New Construction (Homes covered by Tarion) Buyers Perspective

Tarion Part 1: Introduction to the Ontario New Home Warranty Program
Tarion Performance Guidelines
Tarion Protection Is Worthless Without Knowing How To Use It

If there is something you would like to read about, Leave a Comment.  I will do my best to help!