The safety of young and new workers will be the focus of a four-month enforcement blitz across Ontario beginning in May 2010.

Health and safety inspectors at the Ministry of Labour will check to ensure young and new workers:

• Are properly oriented, trained and supervised on jobs.
• Meet minimum age requirements.
• Are protected by safety measures to prevent injuries.

Particular attention will be focused on workplaces where many young and new workers are employed, including stores, wholesalers, restaurants and vehicle sales.

The blitz is part of the Ontario government's Safe At Work Ontario strategy. Keeping more workers safe means increased productivity for Ontario's economy and less strain on the health care system.