The Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA” or “the Act”) is Ontario’s legislation for workplace health and safety. There are also 27 regulations under the OHSA.
The OHSA and its regulations and all of Ontario’s other Acts and regulations are available on the e-Laws website.
A joint health and safety committee (JHSC) is composed of worker and employer representatives. Together, we mutually commit to improving health and safety conditions in the workplace. The committee identifies potential health and safety issues and brings them to the employer’s attention.
Local 5480 members may contact the Staff Co-Chair for Joint Health and Safety concerns in the Workplace.
JHSC UNION MEMBER’S CHAIR
Blossom Patterson
jhsc5480@gmail.com
As the JHSC Union Member’s Chair, Blossom Patterson brings a sharp focus on workplace safety, early risk prevention, and staff well-being. She is deeply committed to ensuring that every worker has a safe environment, protected work setting, and comprehensive safety protocols. Blossom approaches Joint Health & Safety with a proactive, member-first mindset, always striving to identify risks early, strengthen practices, and ensure that staff feel supported in their roles.
Blossom has served the community as a Seniors Worker, Women’s Support Worker, and VAW advocate, for 12 years, earning a reputation for compassion, reliability, and strong frontline presence.
Her leadership reflects her core belief that a safe workplace is the foundation of a strong, healthy, and united workforce.