More than two dozen workplace inspection blitzes are planned over the next two years by the Ontario Ministry of Labour. And sectors “with new and young workers, temporary help, vulnerable workers and a history of low compliance will be targeted.”

Inspectors will look for violations that involve issues such as working at heights, hazardous materials, machine guarding, conveyors, mobile equipment, violence, ergonomics and falls.

The ministry noted that inspectors have issued almost 1.3 million compliance orders for safety issues across all sectors in Ontario since June 2008.

“Every worker has the right to return home safe and sound at the end of each work day and to receive their employment standards entitlements,” said Minister of Labour Kevin Flynn. “We want to raise awareness of hazards and other violations at workplaces across the province to ensure employers are complying with Ontario laws and that workers are protected.”