Chemical safety & SDS management blog

Stay ahead of the curve with expert insights on Canadian chemical safety and SDS management. We translate complex regulatory changes—from WHMIS 2022 to the latest CEPA amendments—into actionable strategies that protect your people, ensure occupational health and safety (OHS) compliance, and advance your commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals..



Danger sign warning of asbestos, a designated substance
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 What are designated substances? Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) defines a "designated substance" as “a biological, chemical or physical agent or combination thereof prescribed as a designated substance to which the exposure of a worker is prohibited, regulated, restricted, limited or controlled." Designated substances are known to result in […]

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