Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation 861 (Ontario)
Act
Regulation
Purpose
of the Act/
Regulation Occupational Health and Safety Act, RSO 1990, c O.1, s 66
Requirement
to Report Every owner or employer at a workplace where an X-ray machine is present or used is required to report any instance when a
worker receives:
RRO 1990, O Reg 861, X-Ray Safety, s 13-14
The Act provides the framework to ensure that workplaces in Ontario are safe and healthy.
The objective of Regulation 861 is to minimize the risk of exposure for anyone involved in taking and processing radiographs
and for anyone who may be exposed to radiation (i.e., veterinarians, staff, clients, the public and animals).
• A dose equivalent that does not appear reasonable and appropriate.
• A dose equivalent in excess of the annual limits, as set out in column 3 of the Schedule, in a 3 month period.
Time Frame to Submit: Forthwith (immediately)
Who Receives the Report: Radiation Protection Officer, Inspector with the Ministry of Labour
How to Submit: The report is submitted in writing by email to [email protected]
Information Required: The report describes the findings from the investigation into the cause of the exposure and the
corrective action taken.
Every owner or employer, at a workplace where an X-ray machine is present or used, is required to report any accident,
equipment failure or other incident that results in an employee receiving a dose equivalent in excess of annual limits set in
regulation.
Time Frame to Submit: Initial notice to be provided immediately (within 48 hours).
Who Receives the Report: Radiation Protection Officer, Ministry of Labour
How to Submit: Initial reports should be submitted by telephone 416-235-5922 or 1-877-202-0008 or email to
[email protected]
The detailed report must be in writing by email [email protected] or mail to
Manager, Radiation Protection Services
Ministry of Labour
81A Resources Road
Etobicoke, ON M9P 3T1
Information Required: The written report must describe the circumstances of the accident or failure and any investigative
actions taken by the employer.
For additional
information For general inquires and emergency situations:
Penalties Penalties that may be applied upon conviction for a contravention or failure to comply with the provisions of the Act or
regulations, or an order or requirement of an inspector or director, or an order of the Minister are as follows:
Health and Safety Contact Centre 1-877-202-0008 (24/7 telephone line)
• For a person, a fine of not more than $25,000 per written order or imprisonment for a term of not more than twelve months,
or both.
• For a corporation, the maximum fine that may be imposed is $500,000.
Legislative Overview • Mandatory Reporting
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