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Recent and upcoming initiatives include updated requirements for respiratory protection, new standards for personal protective equipment, sound levels, and first aid kits. Notably, the government says information on harmonized first aid kit standards will be available on Canada.ca in the Fall of 2025. Ongoing discussions are also focused on harmonizing requirements for high-visibility safety apparel and fall protection training.
Looking ahead, the government’s Forward Regulatory Plan for 2024 to 2026 outlines additional regulatory initiatives, with the next edition—covering 2025 to 2027—expected in Fall 2025. This signals further harmonization efforts on the horizon for 2026 and beyond, as federal,…