Preparing for a Ministry of Labour Inspection in Ontario
5 min read
Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) health and safety inspectors can visit your workplace with or without notice. While these visits can feel stressful, most orders and fines issued during inspections are for administrative violations — missing postings, incomplete training records, or unavailable documentation — rather than physical hazards. Being well-prepared means these visits become routine, not crises. Here's a practical checklist to get your workplace inspection-ready.
- 1
Keep training records for every worker — WHMIS 2015, Working at Heights, and OHSA awareness training
- 2
Post required notices in a visible location: OHSA poster, WHMIS poster, and Emergency Contact List
- 3
Ensure your Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) or Health & Safety Representative minutes are current and signed
- 4
Have your H&S manual, SDS binder, and workplace injury/illness records accessible and up to date
- 5
Conduct regular internal inspections and document them with completed corrective actions
- 6
Know your rights — workers and employers both have rights during an inspection under the OHSA
Need Expert Help?
Monarch Health and Safety Group helps Ottawa and Ontario businesses stay compliant and build stronger safety cultures.
Schedule an Inspection Readiness AuditMore Safety Guides
What Is COR™ Certification and Does Your Business Need It?
4 min read
Workplace SafetyTop 5 Fall Protection Requirements for Ontario Construction Sites
5 min read
WHMISWHMIS 2015: What Every Ontario Employer Must Know
4 min read
DocumentationHow to Build a Health & Safety Manual Your Team Will Actually Use
6 min read