S-2.1, r. 13 - Regulation respecting occupational health and safety

Section 312.94 Disposition versions

2022-03-22

312.94. Gathering information and measures for preventing drowning: Before beginning the work, the following information must be available in writing at the workplace:

(1)  risks associated to work conditions, according to real data or, if real data is not available, estimated data, in particular information on

(a)  the characteristics of the body of water or watercourse, including

i.  the depth and flow of the water;

ii.  waves, currents and tides; and

iii.  the temperature of the water;

(b)  the weather conditions during the work;

(c)  the characteristics of the work stations and travelways, including

i.  the condition of the surface at the water’s edge and the slope to reach it; and

ii.  transportation or movement on the water;

(d)  the equipment, work methods and site location, including means of communication; and

(e)  the clothing and equipment to be worn to perform the work;

(2)  the prevention measures to be taken to protect the health and ensure the safety and physical well-being of workers, in particular with respect to

(a)  measures for preventing drowning in accordance with section 312.96; and

(b)  the rescue measures in the rescue plan provided for in section 312.98 and the time for recovering a person who has fallen into the water.

The information referred to in subparagraphs 1 and 2 of the first paragraph must be determined by a qualified person.

For the purposes of this section, a qualified person means a person who, by reason of knowledge, training or experience, is able to identify, assess and control the risks of drowning.

O.C. 1223-2021, s. 2.