Equivalent Publication, Code or Standards
In accordance with Part 1.3(3) of the Workplaces Safety and Health Regulation, the director has approved the following equivalent publications, codes or standards:
Acceptable standards:
Footwear
When a determination has been made that safety protective footwear is required, the director approves the following standards:
- CSA Standard Z195-02, Protective Footwear
- CSA Standard Z195-09, Protective Footwear
- ANSI Standard Z41-1999, American National Standard for Personal Protection - Protective Footwear
- ASTM Standard F 2413-05, Specification for Performance Requirements for Foot Protection
- ASTM Standard F 2413-11, Specification for Performance Requirements for Foot Protection
- ISO Standard 20345:2004(E), Personal Protective Equipment - Safety Footwear
- ISO Standard 20346:2004(E), Personal Protective Equipment - Protective Footwear
First Aider
The following meet the equivalency under 5.5(3) of the Workplace Safety and Health Regulation for first aiders:
- doctors registered and licensed with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Manitoba
- nurses registered with the Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba and College of Licenced Practical Nurses of Manitoba
- paramedics registered with the College of Paramedics of Manitoba
All medical staff shall be in good standing with their association, up to date with basic life support training and the use of Automated external defibrillators (AED).
