​BUILT TO LEAD SAFELY
SUPERVISOR AWARENESS TRAINING

Occupational Health and Safety Act s. 27
​O. Reg 297/13: Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training
Training Locations: Kingston, Belleville, Picton 
​Format: In Person - Distance Learning
Duration: 14 hours /2 days
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Public Course: $450.00 per student (+HST)
Private Session - 1-6 Participants: $1800.00/Session
Private Session - 7-12 Participants: ​$2250.00/Session

Introducing our New Supervisor COURSE!

We’re proud to announce the release of our updated Supervisor Manual, arriving December, 2025. Built from real field experience and the latest OHSA and psychosocial safety research, this edition gives supervisors the tools to lead with confidence, clarity, and care. From hazard management and inspections to communication, leadership, and mental health awareness  - every section has been redesigned to reflect today’s worksites and tomorrow’s expectations. Train smarter. Lead stronger. Build safer.
Supervisor Awareness Training Requirement in Ontario
Under O. Reg. 297/13, Section 2(2): An employer shall ensure that a supervisor completes a basic occupational health and safety awareness training program within one week of performing work as a supervisor. 

THE Details

Stepping into a supervisory role changes everything. You’re no longer just responsible for the work — you’re responsible for the people doing it. That takes more than experience; it takes awareness, communication, and the ability to see the bigger picture.

Our Supervisor Awareness Training was built to teach more than the rules. It teaches the why behind them - and the how to lead safely, confidently, and with respect.

​We walk through real-world examples, the laws that guide your decisions, and the mindset that turns authority into influence.
To be legally compliant in Ontario, every supervisor must:
  1. Complete Supervisor Awareness Training (O. Reg. 297/13, s.2).
  2. Understand their duties under OHSA s.27.
  3. Be familiar with relevant sector regulations 
  4. Be competent in hazard recognition, assessment, and control.
  5. Know how to work with the JHSC/HSR and MLITSD inspectors.
In Ontario, this training isn’t a box to check - it’s a foundation for every leader who wants to do the job right. Because great supervisors don’t just manage the work. They set the tone for how it’s done.
(Hi John)...Thank you again for sharing all of your knowledge with us last week. Everyone learned so much and you made it very interesting with all of your real-life examples and prompting discussions. ​The team is really happy they got to be a part of the Supervisor Awareness Training.

~ Emery, Office Manager, Paradise Construction

​Two Course Options

A: Construction Version
Designed for supervisors working on Ontario construction projects, this version focuses on the Construction Regulation (O. Reg. 213/91), high-risk hazards, coordination of trades, site-specific documentation, and the supervisory duties that keep crews safe and compliant. It includes practical tools like FLRAs, inspections, hazard controls, and leadership strategies tailored for fast-moving job sites.

B: Industrial Version
Built for supervisors in manufacturing, warehousing, municipal, transportation, and service sectors, this version highlights the Industrial Establishments Regulation (O. Reg. 851) and the unique hazards found in industrial environments. Participants learn how to identify risks, lead safe operations, support due diligence, and communicate effectively in busy facilities with shifting demands and multiple work groups.

​Both versions deliver the same strong foundation in OHSA duties, due diligence, hazard recognition, communication, documentation, and leadership — with examples and activities customized to your industry so supervisors can apply what they learn right away.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Supervisors play a crucial role in keeping Ontario workplaces safe. Whether you’re leading a small crew or overseeing multiple teams, you need a clear understanding of your legal duties under the OHSA — and the practical skills to support your workers day-to-day. Our Supervisor Awareness course gives supervisors the confidence and clarity they need to lead safely, make sound decisions, and protect their teams.

​This course is ideal for:
  • New or newly promoted supervisors
  • Lead hands, team leaders, and forepersons
  • Crew leaders in construction, industrial, municipal, and service sectors
  • Small business owners who act as their own supervisors
  • Managers responsible for directing workers or overseeing safety compliance
  • Workers preparing for a leadership role
  • JHSC members who support supervisory decision-making​
Anyone who needs a better understanding of:
  • OHSA duties
  • Due diligence
  • Hazard recognition
  • Communication and coordination
  • Documentation and safety leadership

WHAT YOU LEARN

PART 1: The Role of a Supervisor    
  • Legal Responsibilities
  • Internal Responsibility System
  • ​Understanding OHSA Regulations   
  • Working with the JHSC or  HSR
  • Supervising New and Young Workers
  • Working with MLITSD Inspectors 

PART 2: Communication & leadership
  • Types of Communication
  • The Human Side of Leadership
  • Psychosocial Safety
  • How People Learn​
​PART 3: Safe Work Systems
  • Health and Safety Programs
  • Health and Safety Policies
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Field Level Risk Assessments

PART 4: Workplace Hazards
  • PEMEP
  • Hazard and Risk  
  • RACE
  • Types of Hazards
  • Program Monitoring & Review 
  • Conducting Workplace Inspections
​PART 5: Incident Investigations
  • Incident Response
  • Accident Investigation 
  • Investigations Process  
  • Root Cause Analysis 
  • Making recommendations 
  • Investigation Follow-Up  

PART 6: Project Management 
  • The Supervisor's Role
  • Planning the Work
  • People & Resources
  • Communications
Compliance
This training meets the requirements of Ontario Regulation 297/13 – Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). It is designed to help supervisors understand their duties and responsibilities under Section 27 of the OHSA and related sector regulations (e.g., O. Reg. 213/91 – Construction Projects and Reg. 851 – Industrial Establishments).

Participants who successfully complete this course will have fulfilled the mandatory Supervisor Awareness Training requirement as set out by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).

Instructors

JOHN
​Lead Instructor
BRIAN
​In Training
STEVE
​​In Training
Contact us today!
Don't compromise on workplace safety. Get in touch with our team at Safety Guys Workplace Safety Trainers today to discuss how we can tailor our training programs to meet your organization's needs.
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