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Free tools and guides. Written by working auditors.
Interactive tools that answer real pre-qualification questions and plain-English guides covering COR audits, SECOR audits, contractor compliance platforms, and safety manuals. No content farm. No generic advice.
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Free tools
Interactive tools that replace conversations operators have to pay a consultant for. All client-side, no account required.
COR vs SECOR decision tool
Answer 4 questions about your province, worker count, and contractor requirements. Get a straight answer on which certification fits.
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COR readiness quiz
10 questions modelled on real COR and SECOR audit scoring, tuned to your province. Find out whether you are ready to book or still months away.
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Manual health check
Rate your existing safety manual on 7 elements auditors check first. Spot the gaps before your audit does.
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COR audit scope estimator
Estimate on-site audit duration, preparation time, and the right certifying partner based on your industry and worker count.
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Training matrix finder
Select an industry, job role, and province to see the recommended safety training courses for that role.
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Insights
Plain-English answers to the questions Canadian operators ask about COR audits, SECOR audits, contractor compliance platforms, and safety manuals.
What is COR (Certificate of Recognition)?
What the certificate is, who issues it, which operators require it, and what the audit looks like end to end.
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COR vs SECOR, explained
Plain-English comparison of scope, scoring, and timing. Which program fits the operation.
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Who needs a SECOR certificate in Alberta?
Worker-count thresholds by province, the 4-step process, WCB PIR rebate, and the 3-year cycle.
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How much does a COR audit cost?
Rates range from $80 to $150 per hour. What drives the cost and how the WCB rebate offsets the spend.
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ISNetworld vs Avetta vs ComplyWorks vs CanQual
The four main contractor compliance platforms in Canada - what each does and how to decide which ones you need.
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Safety manual vs template: what is the difference?
A template is generic. A custom manual is built for your operations and province. The difference matters most at audit.
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COR audit preparation checklist
A timeline-based checklist from 12 months to audit day — booking the auditor, building records, and closing corrective actions.
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Stay current on Canadian safety compliance.
The On-Track Safety newsletter covers OHS legislation updates, COR cycle planning, and field lessons from audits across Western Canada. Practical and short - no filler.