Ontario Occupational Health And Safety Consulting Excellence
RTR Engineering has been at the forefront of Occupational Health and Safety services throughout Southern Ontario. With a keen emphasis on collaboration, we've closely partnered with our clients to develop holistic compliance strategies, safeguarding them from business and personal risks inherent in manufacturing operations. Beyond protection, RTR Engineering champions operational efficiency, leading businesses to save significant time and money. Recognizing Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems' vital role, paralleling the significance of building, equipment, and process compliance, we begin with a thorough review of client procedures, training, and documentation. Drawing from our expansive experience, we render recommendations tailored to fortify the Occupational Health and Safety System's efficacy and compliance. Among our array of services, we proudly offer Pre-start Health and Safety Reviews (PSRs / PHSRs), Hazardous Area Classifications, Occupational Health & Safety Consulting, Risk Assessment Support, and Telecommunications Engineering.
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About Thomas R Riedel
For over 2 decades, Thomas Riedel P. Eng, a noted electrical engineer, has been a leading figure in engineering consulting across Ontario. He holds an Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma and an Industrial Electrician's License, showcasing his wide range of skills. Thomas has deep expertise in areas like Industrial Safety, Hazardous Area Classifications, and Telecommunications. Beyond just technical skills, he's known for his hands-on work style and excellent project management abilities. He's played key roles in industries like nuclear power generation and oil and gas. As an experienced leader, Thomas excels at building strong teams and maintaining excellent relationships with all his clients. His international experience in product sales & extensive experience in the field of electrical engineering would be a valuable asset to any organization.
FAQs
A new machine has an Emergency Stop. Does that mean a PSR is required?
No! An Emergency Stop is not one of the items in the PSR Table, regulation 851 Section 7. For a machine to require a PSR it must meet the requirements 1-8 of the Section 7 Table
Is an Emergency Stop a safety device?
Yes and No.
Yes!
It is a safety device in the fact that it does stop the machine.
No
As it may not stop the machine in time to prevent a personal injury.
Does a Professional Engineer have to “sign off” on a machine that requires a Pre-Start Health and Safety Review (PSR)?
It depends on the definition of “Sign off”
A report does need to be completed by a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) and sealed, however it is up to the customer to complete the deficient items identified in the report.
Having a Professional Engineer complete the PSR is the first step. If there are no items identified no further action by the customer is required.
The engineer is not responsible for the end user implementing any changes as identified in the PSR.
Some clients ask to have a “Clean Report”. This would mean that the engineer would work with the client till all deficient items have been addressed. The report would then indicate that the machine meets the applicable sections of Regulation 851, and that no further improvements are necessary.
Are all identified safety concerns of equal merit?
When it comes to the PSR, any item that is directly related to the number generating the PSR (For example 2 is any device that signals the machine to stop) This would be interlocked guards, light curtains, area scanners etc.
E-stops, signage, LOTO would be considered as areas of due diligence. It would be recommended by the P.Eng that these items be considered as part of the safety awareness program and done as a matter of due diligence.
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RTR Engineering specializes in Workplace Health and Safety assessments for industrial companies in the Greater Toronto Area, Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, Hamilton, Kitchener, Guelph, Stratford, London, Kingston, Ottawa, Sarnia, Windsor, Oshawa, and the surrounding Southern Ontario Area. RTR Engineering ensures compliant and secure operations across a variety of industries.