Is your Occupational Health and Safety Green Book up to date?

Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) must be posted in the workplace, where employees can read it. A free copy is available here.

Sectoral OHSA Green Books and amendment inserts are also available.

Where can I get a copy of the Green Book and/or amendment insert for my business?

Copies may be ordered from ServiceOntario Publications.

Here are a few examples of the most requested Green Book resources and their publication numbers:

• 301180 - Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation for Construction Projects, R213; January 2022 with Bill 88 Amendment Insert (kit)
• 301182 - Occupational Health and Safety Act & WHMIS regulation 860; January 2023
• 301200 - Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation for Farming Operations; January 2023
• 301204B - Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation for Industrial Establishments, Regulation 851; January 2020 with Bill 197, 13 & 27 and Bill 88 Amendment Insert (kit) 

What additional resources are available to understand the OHSA?

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development offers a Guide to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and background information.