FAQs

Questions & Answers

 
Q1 :Who creates CSA OHS standards?
 
 
Q2 :Who funds the development of OHS standards at the Canadian Standards Association?
 
 
Q3 :What does consensus mean?
 
 
Q4 :Am I required by law to comply with CSA OHS standards?
 
 
Q5 :What areas of OHS product certification is CSA International involved in?
 
A5 : CSA International is the largest North American certification body for OSH products, and is recognized by Canadian and U.S. regulatory authorities. CSAI Certification Programs exist for the following OHS product areas: Footwear, Headwear, Eye and Face Protection, Ladders, and Fall Protection Equipment.
 
Q6 :Is CSA part of government?
 
 
Q7 :How do CSA standards differ from other national and international standards?
 
 
Q8 :What is CSA doing to make sure that its OHS standards are put into practice?
 
 
Q9 :What is "View Access" to Occupational Health & Safety Standards referenced in Canadian regulations?
 
 
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