Safety
At L.J. Barton Mechanical Inc. (LJB), the well-being and safety of our employees is our top priority. Our motto, “Nothing We Do Is Worth Getting Hurt For!” reflects our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. We take every reasonable precaution to protect all employees from occupational injury and illness. To demonstrate this commitment, LJB has pursued multiple Health and Safety certifications, as outlined below.
ISO 45001:2018
ISO, which stands for International Organization for Standardization, was established after World War II to assist countries in rebuilding and to create consistent quality standards. ISO standards are internationally agreed upon by experts and serve as a formula describing the best way to accomplish various tasks, such as making a product, managing a process, or providing a service. These standards cover a wide range of activities. In January of 2025, L.J. Barton Mechanical achieved our ISO 45001:2018 certification, the standard for Health and Safety in the workplace. With ISO’s emphasis on continuous improvement, we are able to streamline and enhance processes as we grow and “build for the future”.
Supporting Ontario’s Safe Employers (SOSE)
Supporting Ontario’s Safe Employers (SOSE) is a voluntary Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development program run by the Chief Prevention Officer (CPO). It promotes health and safety in the workplace and helps reduce injuries and illness. The program is made up of two parts:
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- accreditation of an occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS)
- recognition of employers who have successfully implemented an accredited OHSMS and meet other criteria set by the CPO
L.J. Barton Mechanical Inc. became a CPO Recognized Safe Employer on December 31st, 2025.
COR2020
Certificate of Recognition (COR®) is a national accreditation standard that verifies the full implementation of an employer’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System. It is frequently used as a contract requirement by both public and private sectors across Canada. As per the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 (Bill 30), in achieving ISO 45001:2018 certification, L.J. Barton Mechanical Inc. also maintains COR® 2020 equivalency.