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PHSR Services in Ontario by Wintek Engineering

Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PHSR)

For over a decade, Wintek Engineering has helped organizations meet Ontario's regulatory requirements through specialized engineering assessments, inspections, and Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PHSR). We help clients reduce risk, improve safety, avoid costly downtime, and make informed decisions about their facilities, equipment, and operations.

Pre-start Health and Safety Reviews were made mandatory for all businesses as of October 2000. PHSRs must be completed for any new or used process or equipment that has been installed or modified in a new or existing workplace. Many companies are unknowingly violating these regulations and are at risk of major fines.

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What Is A Pre-Start Health & Safety Review Required For?

In Ontario, a Pre-Start Health and Safety Review (PHSR) is required when specific circumstances described in Section 7 of the Industrial Establishments Regulation (O. Reg. 851) apply to a new or modified process, machine, structure, protective element, or workplace system before it is put into operation. Here are examples of what a PHSR is required for.

01

Flammable Liquid Storage

When flammable or combustible liquids are stored, handled, or processed in a manner that could create a fire or explosion hazard.

02

Machine Guarding

When machinery presents hazards to workers and safeguarding systems must be evaluated to ensure compliance with Ontario safety requirements.

03

Storage Racking Systems

When storage racks or rack-supported structures are installed or modified and worker safety may be affected.

04

Risk of Ignition or Explosion

When processes, equipment, or environments contain combustible materials, vapours or dusts that could create an explosive atmosphere.

05

Dust Collection Systems

When combustible dust is generated, collected, or conveyed, creating potential fire or explosion hazards.

06

Foundry or Molten Material Operations

When molten metal or other molten materials are used, handled, or transported within a workplace.

07

Lifting Devices

When cranes, hoists, lifting devices, or material handling equipment require engineering review to address worker safety risks.

08

Industrial Hygiene Hazards

When workers may be exposed to hazardous substances, airborne contaminants, noise, radiation, or other occupational health risks.

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