There are 14 jurisdictions in Canada - 1 federal, 10 provincial, and 3 territorial. Each jurisdiction has its own health and safety legislation. The Canada Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations are the federal legislation enabled by the Canada Labour Code. Hazardous energy controls (including lockout/tagout) are covered in Part 8 under Electrical Safety. Canadian standard Z460-13, Control of Hazardous Energy - Lockout and Other Methods, also applies.

OHS has also created the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act), which is a document that outlines workers' rights and responsibilities, including the right to stop work that is deemed hazardous or unsafe. OHS also lists the penalties and enforcement techniques to be used if these guidelines are not followed.

To supplement the overarching regulations created by OHS, individual provinces and territories often set their own regulations (in accordance with federal bodies) specific to their needs. Before implementing a hazardous control program with lockout/tagout, ensure that you are familiar with the regulations specific to your province or territory.

Specific topics covered in this course include:

Introduction to Lockout/Tagout

• Key Terms
• Regulations and Standards
• Regulations and Standards-CSA
• Responsibilities-Manufacturers
• Responsibilities-Employers
• Responsibilities-Employees