Yukon RAVS documents. Written to the OHS Act.

Yukon RAVS — common questions

Why do Yukon contractors need ISNetworld RAVS?

Contractors working on major Yukon projects — mining operations, energy infrastructure, and resource development — are increasingly required to pre-qualify through ISNetworld before work is awarded. The RAVS (Review and Verification Service) section evaluates whether your safety program meets the operator's requirements. Yukon-specific RAVS reference the Yukon Occupational Health and Safety Act (RSY 2002, c 159) and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (OIC 1986/164), which is what ISNetworld reviewers verify against for Yukon-based hiring clients.

Who enforces OHS legislation in Yukon?

The Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) administers and enforces occupational health and safety legislation in Yukon (as well as the Northwest Territories). WSCC officers conduct workplace inspections, investigate incidents, and issue orders under the Yukon OHS Act. Our Yukon RAVS documents reflect the legislation and regulatory language that WSCC enforces, which is also what ISNetworld reviewers expect to see when they evaluate your RAVS submission.

How are Yukon RAVS different from Canada Industry Practices RAVS?

Yukon RAVS are written specifically to the Yukon OHS Act (RSY 2002, c 159) and Yukon OHS Regulations, using territorial regulatory language and references. Canada Industry Practices RAVS reference national standards (CSA, federal Canada Labour Code) and are accepted by hiring clients when no territory-specific version is required. If your work is primarily in Yukon, use Yukon RAVS — they reflect the specific legislation your workers operate under and pass ISNetworld review for Yukon-based hiring clients.

Which Yukon RAVS elements are most commonly required?

The most frequently required Yukon RAVS elements include: Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, Energy Isolation (Lockout/Tagout), WHMIS, Personal Protective Equipment, Incident Reporting and Investigation, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Ground Disturbance, and Workplace Hazardous Materials. Mining contractors also commonly require: Trenching and Excavation, Noise Control, Material Storage, Sanitation and Accommodation, and Machine Guarding. The specific elements required depend on your hiring client's ISNetworld configuration.

How long does it take to complete a RAVS after purchasing?

Most companies complete a single RAVS element in 15 to 30 minutes. You open the Word document, replace the placeholder company name with your company's name, review any company-specific details (such as the name of your safety officer or your specific emergency contact numbers), then copy the content into the ISNetworld RAVS questionnaire. Having your workplace health and safety representative details and emergency contact numbers ready before starting will speed up the process.