Health & Safety
Health & Safety
BEST Painting Ltd. is committed to providing a Safe and Healthy working environment for our many team members and employees.
We recognize our responsibility to protect our workers as well as the environment through responsible industrial painting practices.
The following key factors outline our commitment to adhering to all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations in Canada and sets the framework for our EHS objectives.
Safety and Compliance in Every Project
We follow all EHS regulations and provide ongoing training in PPE, hazardous materials, fall protection, heights, aerial lifts, confined spaces, first aid/CPR, WHMIS, respirator fit testing, rope access, and suspended access safety.
We regularly assess work processes and job sites to identify hazards and evaluate risks. These findings guide our safety planning and the implementation of control measures to prevent accidents.
Worker Engagement, PPE, and Environmental Responsibility
We involve employees and subcontractors in our EHS program, encouraging safety reporting and participation in meetings. All workers must wear proper PPE—hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, high-visibility clothing, and respiratory protection.
We also handle hazardous materials responsibly, follow environmental regulations, and work to reduce waste and VOC emissions.
Fall Protection, Emergency Preparedness, and Ongoing Improvement
We enforce fall protection measures such as guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems. Our emergency response plan ensures all employees know proper procedures.
We continually monitor, review, and improve EHS performance, with management providing the resources and leadership to maintain safety and promote environmental responsibility.
Safety and Versatility in Rope Access
Safety is paramount—our technicians receive rigorous training, follow strict protocols, use proper PPE and fall protection, and conduct regular equipment inspections.
Rope access is highly versatile, serving industries from construction to energy for tasks like welding, painting, inspections, cleaning, and structural repairs.
Certification, Risk Assessment, and Emergency Preparedness
Our rope access technicians hold IRATA or SPRAT certification, demonstrating both theoretical and practical expertise. Each job begins with a thorough risk assessment to identify hazards and implement mitigation measures.
Emergency procedures, including rescue plans, are in place to ensure rapid response in case of incidents at height.
Rope Access Technicians
“IRAT” refers to “Industrial Rope Access Techniques.” Industrial rope access is a method of work positioning and access that involves using ropes and associated equipment to access and perform work in hard-to-reach or elevated areas.
BEST employs IRAT technicians for surface preparation and coating application for hard to reach areas, where traditional access methods like scaffolding or cranes are not possible or cost-effective.
Here are the main factors that need to be considered when employing rope access techniques:
Why Clients Trust BEST Painting on Their Sites
Safety comes first on every BEST Painting project. Our crews train in fall protection, confined spaces, aerial lifts, WHMIS, respirator fit testing and more, and our rope access technicians hold IRATA or SPRAT certification.
Every job begins with a risk assessment, and emergency and rescue plans are in place. For 35+ years, BEST Painting has protected both its workers and its clients' facilities across Ontario.
Health & Safety FAQs
What safety training do BEST Painting crews receive?
We provide ongoing training in PPE, hazardous materials, fall protection, heights, aerial lifts, confined spaces, first aid/CPR, WHMIS, respirator fit testing, rope access and suspended access safety.
What PPE do workers wear on BEST Painting job sites?
All workers must wear proper PPE: hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, high-visibility clothing and respiratory protection.
What fall protection does BEST Painting use?
We enforce fall protection measures such as guardrails, safety nets and personal fall arrest systems, and our emergency response plan ensures all employees know proper procedures.
What is industrial rope access?
IRAT stands for Industrial Rope Access Techniques, a method of reaching hard-to-reach or elevated areas with ropes and associated equipment. BEST Painting uses IRAT technicians for surface preparation and coating application where scaffolding or cranes are not possible or cost-effective.
Are BEST Painting's rope access technicians certified?
Yes. Our rope access technicians hold IRATA or SPRAT certification. Each job begins with a thorough risk assessment, and emergency procedures, including rescue plans, are in place for rapid response at height.