We provide expert support to help you respond quickly to Ministry of Labour inspections and stop work orders, address issues, and meet the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, so you can safely resume operations with minimal disruption.
Workplace Safety & Regulatory Support
From responding to orders to restoring safe operations, we guide your team through every step, reducing disruption and getting you back on track quickly.
Understand What’s
Required
We break down inspection findings and Ministry of Labour orders into clear, actionable steps so you know exactly what needs to be done.
Resolve Issues
Quickly
We support the development and implementation of corrective actions, helping you address hazards efficiently and avoid ongoing issues.
Restore Safe
Operations
We assess affected areas, equipment, and processes to ensure risks are controlled and your workplace is safe for your team.
Get Back to
Work Faster
We help you meet requirements and lift stop work orders as quickly as possible, minimizing downtime and keeping your operations moving.
“SFC provides practical, easy-to-understand support that helps us stay compliant and improve safety on site. Their team is responsive, professional and really great to work with.”
Noah CFrank Door & Dock
Frequently Asked Questions
How can Safety First Consulting help with a Ministry of Labour visit?
Ministry of Labour Inspectors may visit workplaces in response to complaints, workplace incidents, or a surprise visit. Safety First Consulting can help your organization communicate with inspectors, clarify expectations, and ensure that corrective actions comply with their requirements. Our goal is to help you return to work as quickly and safety as possible.
What can the Minsitry of Labour Inspector order if they find a violation?
If the Ministry of Labour Inspector identifies a violation of the OHSA or its Regulations, they can issue an Order for Compliance or a Stop Work Order. A Compliance Order will have a timeframe to correct the violation. Examples of Compliance Orders are to produce a health and safety policy or refresh a training certification. A Stop Work Order is a legal order to cease the specific work activity, or all work activities, when a serious hazard or violation is identified. These types of orders are more impactful to your operations and are lifted only by the Inspector. Safety First Consulting can support your organization with both types of orders.
What do we do if we receive a Stop Work Order?
Immediately comply with the order by stopping the affected work, securing the area if required, and beginning corrective actions. A Stop Work Order indicates a serious health and safety violation—addressing it correctly and quickly is critical. Safety First Consulting can support you through every step to ensure proper compliance, documentation, and communication with the Ministry of Labour.
Our experienced safety consultants understand the real business impacts of a Stop Work Order, including project delays, lost productivity, reputational risk, and reduced worker morale. We focus on resolving the issue efficiently so you can return to work safely and with confidence.
Do you help with implementing the recommended changes?
Yes. We don’t stop at identifying gaps. Our team supports you through implementation with guidance, training, and resources to ensure changes are applied effectively and sustained over time
Related Safety Services
Gap Analysis
Audits
Identify weaknesses and reduce risk with a focused safety program review.
Workplace
Inspections
Proactive inspections to identify hazards, reduce risk, and stay compliant.
Program
Development
Create safety programs that protect employees and keep operations running.
Take the First Step
Connect with our team to discuss your needs, request a quote, or get expert guidance tailored to your workplace.
