Ontario Recreation Facilities Association Inc.

The following documents represent suggested guidelines and best practices and are available as a benefit of membership for download in PDF format.

Documents	Release Date
Pyrotechnics (Fireworks) Safety	2022 May
Maintaining a Valid Workplace Driver’s License Note: Updated - Originally released in July 2018	2022 April
Impact of Roof Snow Load Weight Calculations Towards Facility Structural Failure	2022 January
A Guide to Ontario’s Proposed Bill 27, Working for Workers Act, 2021 - Which Includes the Right to Disconnect from Work	2021 December
WHMIS Compliance Guideline	2021 December
Developing an Effective Facility User Respectful Behaviour Policy	2021 November
Evaluating Recreation Facility Structural Unfunded Liability Guideline	2021 November
Object Generated Head Impact vs. Worker Generated Head Impact Protection Guidelines	2021 November
Bill 141, 2020 and Recreation Facility AED Equipment “Life” Cycle Asset Management	2021 October
Applying Ontario’s Trespass To Property Act (TPA) in a COVID Environment Guideline	2021 October
Guideline For Unsupervised Fitness Areas	2021 October
A Risk Management Checklist for COVID-19 Facility Screener Positions	2021 September
Guideline to Safely Wearing Jewelry at Work	2021 August
A Guideline To the Wearing Shorts at Work	2021 August
Are You Covered By Legal Counsel At Work? Note: Updated - Originally released in Mar 2014	2021 August
Electric Vehicle Batteries Risk and Hazards Guideline	2021 May
Recreation Facility Indoor Air Management Guideline	2021 April
5 Simple Steps for Developing a Recreation Asset Inventory	2021 April
Live Streaming Facility Sporting Events Guideline	2020 November
A Recreation Supervisors Guide to Worker COVID-19 Screening and Exposure Control Planning	2020 May
Recreation Worker Essential Health and Safety Training Guideline	2020 April
Ontario Recreation Facilities Property Assessment Guide	2020 March
Preparing for an Opioid Overdose with Onsite NARCAN Nasal Spray Kits	2020 February
Converting a Recreation Centre to an Emergency Rescue Centre (Shelter) Guideline	2020 February
Use of Waivers in Todays Recreational Digital World	2020 January
Recreation Facility Worker Noise Risk and Hazard Awareness Guideline and Quiz	2019 September
Monitoring Facilities Code of Conduct	2019 September
Facility Branding Guideline	2019 September
Maintaining a Recreation Facilities Fire/Emergency Equipment and Safe Environment	2019 September
Designing a Facility Security Camera Use Policy	2019 September
Benefits of Recreation Worker Vaccination	2019 September
Working Alone in a Recreation Environment Guideline	2019 August
Is It A Facility Construction or Maintenance Project?	2019 July
Why Arenas Can Be Costly To Construct	2019 July
Developing an Effective Facility Operational Team Note: Updated - Originally released in May 2014	2019 May
A General Understanding of Musical Tariffs in a Recreation Setting	2019 April
Facility User Eviction Guideline	2019 April
An Employers Guide to Developing Efficient and Safe Ice Resurfacer Operators	2019 April
Recreation Facility Contractor Relationship Guideline	2019 April
A Guide to Smoke-Free Ontario 2018	2019 April
Facility Noise - The Potential To Have Long Term Hearing Affects Note: Updated - Originally released in December 2009	2019 April
Safely Dealing with Blood and Body Fluid Contact Guideline	2019 February
Understanding Recreation Worker Respiratory Protective Equipment as PPE	2018 October
Reporting Workplace Health and Safety Incidents in a Recreation Environment	2018 September
Scheduled Facility Structural Inspections Are Key Asset and Safety Management Tools Note: Updated - Originally released in Feb 2010	2018 September
Unpermitted Activities in Public Areas of Recreation Facilities Note: Updated Originally Released in March 2013	2018 September
Ready, Shoot, Aim – Recreation Facility Revenue Generation	2018 February
Analyzing and Calculating Recreational User Fees	2018 February
Revised Reporting of Critical Injuries in a Recreation Setting for Non Workers	2017 September
Is it Time to Refresh Your Facility Contracts?	2017 September
Recreational Distracted Driving: Risks Are Not Related To A Vehicle	2017 September
Understanding and Correcting Recreation Facility Worker Time Theft	2017 July
Recreation Worker - Fentanyl Awareness	2017 May
Religious Head Coverings and the Wearing of Head Protection Policies	2017 February
Who Is Responsible For Paying For Workplace PPE?	2016 November
First Aid Misconceptions	2016 April
Recreation Facility Emergency Planning Note: Updated Originally Released in February 2002	2015 December
Managing Colour Vision Deficiency and the Recreation Worker	2015 October
Care and Control of Recreation Facilities: Child Safety	2015 October
Become an Energy Champion By Understanding Ontario's Current Electrical Costs	2015 September
Tobacco Free Recreation Facilities: Challenges and Realities Note: Updated - Originally released in Aug 2013	2015 June
Who is a Supervisor Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act - Ministry of Labour	2015 February
25+ Years Later - Is WHMIS a Workplace Effective Tool or A Supervisory Operational Trap?	2015 January
Public Safety and Patron Code of Conduct: Facility Signage Guideline	2014 December
Guide to OHSA Requirements for Basic Awareness Training (MOL)	2014 September
Safe Facility Roof-Top Access Guideline	2014 August
Assessing Your Recreation Facilities For Vermiculite Insulation	2014 July
Play Safe Concussion Policy Guide	2014 June
Recreation Facilities Environmental Compliance Guidelines	2014 June
New and Young Worker Employer Guide	2014 April
Understanding the Mandatory Health & Safety Training Requirement	2014 April
Snow Load and Structural Integrity Inspection - Reminder	2014 January
"Facility Respect" - Taking Back Your Buildings	2013 December
Moisture and Mould Control for Recreation Facilities: Risks and Responsibilities	2013 October
Guidelines For Reporting Critical Injuries In A Recreation Workplace – Involving Non‐Workers Note: Updated - Originally released in Nov 2012	2013 August
Automatic External Defibrillators: Unsecured Locations	2013 June
Municipal Alcohol Policy Guide ©2003 English \| French \| PDF available at no cost Municipal Alcohol Policy Guide ©2003 (order for Binder/CD resource)	2013 February
Guidelines For Ice Arena Safety Netting	2013 February
Better Understanding Musical Tariffs in a Recreation Setting	2013 February
Guidelines for Holding On-Ice Ceremonies	2012 August
Responsible Maintenance And Operation For "Unattended" Refrigeration Plant Rooms	2011 December
Ministry of Labour "Safe At Work Strategy" - Personal Protective Equipment	2011 October
On Solid Ground - Slip Resistant Footwear for On - Ice Workers	2011 June
Facility Safety Advisory	2011 June
Locker Room Care and Control Suggested Best Practices	2011 May
A Valid Drivers License - Is it a Workplace Condition of Employment or a Legal Obligation?	2011 March
ORFA Working Safe Use of Propane Appliances at Special Events: Recreation Facilities	2010 July
Regular Structural Inspections Are Key To Controlling Snow Load Failures	2010 February
Light Bulb Changing – Risks and Responsibilities	2010 January
Saving Energy At the Rink Helps Keep Ice Cost Down	2010 January
Promising Practices in Parks & Recreation	2009 September
Funding Resource Guide for Municipal Operations	2009 September
Private Security & Investigative Services Act: Does it Affect Your Operation	2009 August
Determining Your Facilities Replacement	2009 April
Energy Efficient Facilities: It's In Our Power	2008 November
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs): Guidelines for Recreation Facilities Automatic External Defibrillators: Unsecured Locations (June 2013)	2008 March
Using Portable Propane Appliances in Ontario's Recreation Facilities	2008 January
Facility Planning and Design: Arenas	2007 October
Healthy and Active Ontarian's through Recreation and Parks Infrastructure	2007 July
Snow Load Analysis	2007 June
Industry Watch: Emerging Ice Issues	2007 April

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