Canada: Random health checks

A number of companies, particularly in the transportation sector, have sought to introduce regular health checks for key staff. These have sometimes included policies allowing for random checks. Trade unions have generally apposed such policies. One such employer is the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). However, Ontario’s Supreme Court of Justice has recently refused an application for an injunction to prevent this practice.  This decision has given some support to employers who wish to avert safety problems in a pro-active way.

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