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E-NEWS HIGHLIGHT
MINISTER OF HEALTH PROMOTION VISITS O.R.F.A. AWARDS & RECOGNITION BANQUET Sponsored by Union Gas CORPORATE HIGHLIGHT Fred Salvador 1937-2006 Peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, Fred Salvador passed away May 1, 2006. [more…] LINE MARKING CHANGES - Hockey Canada has approved Line Changes for the 2006-07 season. Hockey Canada is optomistic that these changes will be phased in voluntarily with anticipated support from building owners and managers. It is the building owners decision whether or not these changes can be implemented as approved by Hockey Canada's Board in an efficient or cost effective manner. [more…] URGENT Update to New Line Marking issued May 25 by Hockey Canada 2006-7 RULE CHANGES - Refer to Hockey Canada for the Official Rule Changes and notices. [more…] NOTE: Smaller rinks may have an issue, due to their size and their abilities to accommodate this rule change. There may also be financial and/or operational considerations. Contact Terry Piche, O.R.F.A. Technical Director for assistance. tpiche@orfa.com LEGISLATION Canada Day Public Holiday - Many employees will get the day off with public holiday pay on Canada Day on Saturday, July 1, 2006. Canada Day is one of eight public holidays under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000. [more…] Confined Spaces – Confined space requirements in four existing regulations - construction, industrial, health care and mining - are now being enhanced to provide stronger protection and consistency. Most workers covered by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, who have not been previously covered by specific regulations, will now be covered by a new regulation for confined spaces. These include transportation and municipal workers, among others. All new requirements will come into effect on September 30, 2006 [more…] Employment Standards - Ontario Government has updated and strengthened the employment standards poster as part of its commitment to young worker health and safety. The poster must be placed in at least one conspicuous place in every workplace of the employer where it is likely to come to the attention of employees. [more…] Province Amends Emergency Measures Act - Bill 56 is important legislation that will make Ontario even safer by providing emergency powers legislation [more…] Accessibility - The Minister of Community and Social Services and Minister Responsible for Ontarians with Disabilities has announced that the Government will be moving forward on developing three new accessibility standards. [more…] TSSA - extensions to the time period specified upon discovery of an unacceptable condition that does not pose an immediate hazard shall only be permitted by variance. [more…] Members are reminded of the following legislation now in effect. Smoke-Free Ontario Act is designed to protect the health of all Ontarians by prohibiting smoking in all enclosed workplaces and enclosed public places in Ontario as of May 31, 2006. This applies not only to buildings in the traditional sense, but also to jobsite trailers, company vehicles, and buildings under construction. [more…] Employers and proprietors must place No Smoking signs at each entrance and exit of enclosed workplaces and enclosed public places in appropriate locations and in sufficient numbers to ensure that employees and the public are aware that no smoking is permitted in the enclosed workplace or enclosed public place. The signs must be in the formats shown [more…] Signs can be acquired by contacting your local health unit [more…] Employers should remind summer staff using service vehicles that although smoking is permitted in a personal vehicle, smoking is prohibited in any employer provided vehicle. Public Spas - As of July 1, 2006, owner/operators of public spas, hot tubs and whirlpools in the province of Ontario must be in compliance with the Public Spas Regulation (O.R. 428/05), under the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care. This is the second stage of a two-stage process that began in January, 2006, giving public spa owners and operators time to adjust to the new regulatory requirements and to make upgrades to their facility if applicable. The regulation is enforceable on the owners of all public spas in the province and replaces voluntary compliance under the Public Spas Protocol. For FAQ on the new regulation [more…] The regulation is also available for viewing on the government of Ontario’s e-laws website [more…] YOUNG WORKER SAFETY AWARENESS Throughout the spring/summer season the O.R.F.A. will bring you more information on Safe Work Practices for new and young workers. The need for proper orientation and ongoing training cannot be over emphasized for all workers. Worksmart Ontario is the official website for the Ministry of Labour for young and new workers. A new worker's first few weeks on the job are crucial to establishing good safety practices. Habits tend to deteriorate over time, so it is key that good habits are taught from the start. Make safety an over-riding responsibility and encourage open and safe workplaces. [more…] TechTip for Hiring Young Workers When hiring young workers it is important to lead by example. Listed below are ways in which you can lead by setting a good example for young workers. From the Ministry of Labours Employing Young Workers: Tips for Employers. [more…]
Tips for young workers - Include this tip sheet as part of your new worker orientation. [more…] Workplace Health & Safety: an Overview for Young Workers from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety [more…] FOCUS ON FACILITIES Hiring Of Seasonal Summer Staff May Push Your Company Over The ‘20 Employee’ Cutoff Which Requires A Joint Health and Safety Committee - If your season is more than 3 months long and you have over 20 staff regularly employed (part-time and full-time people on payroll), then the Ministry of Labour requires you to have a Joint Health and Safety Committee for that period. More from the Ontario Service Safety Alliance (OSSA) [more…] COMRIF - Governments of Canada and Ontario announced the launch of the Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF) “Intake Three”. [more…] Volunteer Liability - The Ontario Trails Council (OTC) proposes an act to reduce volunteer liability. [more…] Rates - Minor hockey parents are in for a jolt as a jump in electricity rates will mean a spike in ice rental costs next season.[more…] Newmarket set to open new facility in early 2007 - The Magna Centre will be one of the largest recreation facilities in Ontario [more…] Low Speed Vehicles Pilot Project - In May the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) solicited municipal feedback on a proposal to allow for electric vehicle use in municipal parks and conservation areas. [more…] City of Kingston - Province Pledges $4 Million For Sports, Recreation [more…] Municipal Smart Cars - Green is becoming an increasingly popular colour for vehicles in municipal fleets [more…] Kraft Hockeyville 2006 - Canada has voted! Salmon River, Nova Scotia is KRAFT HOCKEYVILLE 2006 [more…] Locker Boxing “Helmets and Gloves” - Many teen hockey and lacrosse players take part in a dangerous fighting game called "helmets and gloves" that goes beyond horseplay to cause concussion and other serious injuries. [more…] The issue was discussed at Hockey Canada’s AGM recently where it was recommended that the Risk and Safety Committee of Hockey Canada review policies and procedures pertaining to dressing room supervision with a view to curbing behaviour such as ‘locker boxing’, etc. Facility Construction - Rising costs put projects on hold as municipalities are cutting or deferring building in BC. [more…] INFRAGUIDE The National Guide to Sustainable Municipal Infrastructure, is pleased to announce the launch of two new e-learning tools designed to assist municipal infrastructure practitioners in making the best lifecycle decisions for their communities. [more…] Field Checklist - The Sports Turf Association offers the following suggestions that will assist you in attaining better, safer, sports turf. [more…] 2006 Field Day News Release Event Planning - The most successful events pay attention to the little details. They worry as much about portable toilets as they do about sponsorships. Hosting a successful event means hard work—even for people who have been doing it for years [more…] Pressure Equipment Safety - Enhanced safety of pressure equipment is being accomplished through two Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) led initiatives in co-operation with industry. [more…] ABCs of Pool Maintenance from Frank Cowan Insurance Company [more…] TECH TIPS ARENAS: Even the “seasoned” operator needs to exercise caution when mounting and dismounting the ice resurfacer unit. The floor area where the unit is stored may have water or unit parts, oil leakage. Ice may also build-up around the mounting area. The operator must check all step areas prior to mounting the unit. One hand should firmly grip the steering wheel, place one-foot on the conditioner pulling the operator squarely on to the unit. (Source: O.R.F.A. Safe Ice Resurfacer Operations Program) SPLASH/SPRAY PADS: Although supervision is not required for most splash and spray areas, operators should advise users of this type of equipment with special attention to the general rules of use and safety approvals. Signage suggestions:
TERMINOLOGY In "Terms" of Facilities - Terms, phrases and definitions relevant to your operation… REFRIGERATION TERMS The following Refrigeration terms are taken from the O.R.F.A..’s Basic Refrigeration Manual ©2006 unless otherwise noted. REFRIGERANTS - are the working fluids in refrigeration, air- conditioning, and heat-pumping systems. They absorb heat from one area, such as an air-conditioned space, and reject it into another, such as outdoors, usually through evaporation and condensation, respectively. (ASHRAE Fundamentals 2005) REFRIGERATION – Refrigeration can be simply defined as the process of lowering the temperature of a substance below the temperature of its surroundings and maintaining this substance at the lower temperature. In other words, refrigeration is the process of heat removal under controlled conditions. The term ‘cold’ is frequently used in connection with refrigeration; however, it should be noted that ‘cold’ is a relative term referring to a temperature below an other reference temperature. REFRIGERATING CAPACITY – the ability of a system to remove heat as compared with the cooling effect produced by the melting ice. REFRIGERATION SYSTEM - a combination of interconnected parts forming a closed circuit in which refrigerant is circulated for the purpose of extracting and then rejecting heat. ICE-MAKING CAPACITY – ability of a refrigerating system to make ice, starting with water at room temperature. BASIC REFRIGERATION CONTROL – device that starts, stops, regulates and or protects the refrigeration system and its components. BRINE - a secondary coolant that is a solution of a salt and water. (CSA B52) TON OF REFRIGERATION – this is the method used to rate the size of a refrigeration machine. One ton of refrigeration is the equivalent of 288,000 B.T.U.s for each pound of a ton of 2000. BTU (British Thermal Unit) – amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one pound of water through a change of 1°F. OOPS! |
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