POLICIES
OCAD's administrative policies which fall under the auspices of Safety & Risk Management include:
- 5001 – Health & Safety Policy
- This policy is mandated by the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and outlines OCAD’s commitment to health and safety, and legislative compliance.It is updated yearly and approved by the Board of Governors.
- 5002 – Critical Injury Procedures
- The procedures within this policy are mandated by the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA).
- 5003 – Fire & Flame Policy
- As per this policy, no one is allowed to incorporate fire or flame into their artwork without obtaining a written Fire and Flame Permit.This includes candles.Smoke generators, foggers or any other smoke producing equipment are strictly prohibited.
- 5004 – Work Refusal Policy
- The procedures within this policy are mandated by the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA).
- 5005 – Response to Violent or Threatening Behaviour
- Bill 168, an amendment to the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) defines violence (including domestic violence) and harassment as “hazards” under the Act. This policy responds to Bill 168’s requirement to have a plan in place for reporting and responding to incidents of workplace violence. For information related to OCAD’s policy related to the Act’s requirements for harassment, please see: 8001 - Respectful Work & Learning Environment Policy
- 5006 – Health & Safety Requirements for Contractors
- This policy contains the minimum acceptable occupational health and safety performance rules and procedures, which are to be regarded as an integral part of each contract and must be carried out fully by the contractor, as would any other specification for the project.
- 5007 – Scented Products Guidelines
- These are guidelines intended to raise awareness of the effects of scented products on some individuals as well as to provide best practices for the management of scent-related complaints and concerns.
- 5008 – Temporary Installation of Student Art Work
- This policy is intended to facilitate the safe exhibition of artwork and applies to student artwork displayed or installed in OCAD Public Spaces, or installed in a classroom where any alternations and/or modifications could cause damage to physical components of the room.
To view them, please see OCAD's Administrative Policies.
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