Occupational hygiene and health and safety expertise.

We help employers manage exposure risks, understand compliance requirements, and take practical actions.

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WorkBright is an Ontario-based consulting firm specializing in occupational hygiene and health & safety management. Our projects are directed by Registered Occupational Hygienists (ROH), Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (CRSP), and Certified Industrial Hygienists (CIH). We help workplaces manage exposure risks, achieve COR 2020 compliance, and meet their regulatory obligations.

Our Services – Occupational Hygiene and Safety

Testimonials

LAURIN partnered with WorkBright during our transition to COR® 2020 to review our occupational health and safety program and address gaps ahead of certification. Mike and his team worked closely with us to provide clear, practical guidance that helped ensure we were well prepared for the external audit. Their understanding of construction health and safety and collaborative approach made the process straightforward and efficient. LAURIN successfully achieved COR® 2020 certification and continues to maintain it as part of our ongoing commitment to safe project delivery.

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Jim Walker

Vice President, Construction LAURIN

WorkBright™ helped our health and safety team with an occupational hygiene assessment. Mike communicated effectively and helped prepare us so there were no issues. He worked effectively with our employees which was important. His findings were thorough and clear to understand which gave our team and employees confidence. Mike was a pleasure to work with and we truly value his expertise.

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Jenn Eden

Health & Safety Manager Powell Contracting

Workbright’s thoughtfully crafted templates and resources have had a profound impact on our HSEp operations. The quality and relevance of these materials showcase their expertise and dedication. Thanks to Workbright, we now have invaluable tools that have enhanced the way we work and are supporting workplaces throughout Ontario as they strive for occupational health and safety excellence. Workbright’s approach to provide resources has emphasized each employer’s opportunity for self-determination in health and safety and supported IHSA in moving into a new era of user-friendly health and safety documentation.

Maren Gamble

Manager, Strategic Programs Infrastructure Health & Safety Association

As an organization already committed to employee wellbeing, Cynergy Mechanical wanted to further enhance our practices and commitment to health and safety, so we turned to Mike for guidance navigating risks and regulations. Mike conducted assessments of our overall health & safety program, carried out worksite observations, tailored interactive safety talks, and streamlined our program to empower our workforce. The result was an even stronger commitment to health & safety by our entire team – we highly recommend Mike. See our case study.

Gerald McCann

President + CEO Cynergy Mechanical

Having Mike as a guest lecturer in our Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental (OHSE) Management Systems course was an invaluable experience for our students. He provided real-world insights into the challenges workplaces face when implementing an OHS management system and shared practical strategies that students can apply in their future roles as internal OHS professionals.

Mike’s ability to engage students, tailor his message to the audience, and use relatable analogies made complex concepts easy to grasp. His passion for supporting the next generation of OHS professionals is evident, and the knowledge he shared will serve our students well in their careers. I highly recommend him for his expertise and ability to make learning both meaningful and impactful.

Dr. Aida Haghighi

Aida Haghighi, P.Eng., PhD

Assistant Professor School of Occupational and Public Health, Toronto Metropolitan University (Formerly Ryerson University)

I’ve had the fortunate opportunity to collaborate with Mike for the last 15 years through various committees/councils, research, and independent work. When it came to deciding on a provider for training our leadership group on their OHS responsibilities and accountabilities across multiple jurisdictions, engaging with WorkBright was the clear choice. Mike’s ability to captivate an audience, create linkages between what they need to know and their experiences, and foster an environment of real engagement and learning are cornerstones of effective training development.

Mike is a true leader in the field and community of OHS, and our team is grateful knowing we can rely on a partner to help assist in our growth for the future.

Elias Makhoul

Health & Safety Manager Marmon Industrial Water

At Cooper Equipment Rentals we continuously aim to enhance the safety of our employees and clients. To ensure we meet our commitment to all stakeholders, we decided to conduct an air sampling assessment. We chose WorkBright™ for the job, and I am pleased to share our positive experience. Their team’s professionalism, expertise, and thoroughness were outstanding. They provided detailed insights and recommendations that significantly enhanced our understanding of the air quality at our site.

Maryam Ahmadi

Environment & Safety Advisor Cooper Equipment Rentals

Mike has been a pleasure to work with. His broad expertise in workplace health and safety was invaluable in developing our transitional job matching survey to assist injured workers find suitable reemployment. He worked collaboratively at each stage, conducted comprehensive research, and incorporated our feedback to deliver an exceptional tool on time. We subsequently partnered with Mike on another critical project, where he continues to provide great support.

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Perry Sankarsingh

Director, Quality & Innovation & IT Construction Safety Nova Scotia

We wanted to enhance our occupational health & safety team’s understanding of amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, which would have significant implications for our work. Mike’s extensive knowledge in OHS and engaging presentation style captivated everyone. He led a group activity that tied concepts together, giving our team a stronger grasp of each department’s role. This experience has better prepared us for challenging situations, driven our team’s engagement, and significantly improved our staff’s knowledge. We highly recommend Mike for his expertise in OHS and ability to engage audiences.

Sonia Narula

Sonia Narula

Sr Manager, Occupational Hygiene & Safety The Hospital for Sick Children

Collaborating with Mike to create a tailored health and safety orientation for our expanding company was a great decision. He integrated our vision, drawing upon his expertise in construction health and safety and training development to craft an engaging learning experience for our new employees. Our partnership with Mike resulted in an orientation program that truly connects with our team, emphasizing our company’s commitment to health and safety.

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Xavier Cifuentes

Vice-President, Health & Safety Inflector Environmental Services

With major updates to Ontario’s Working at Heights training requirements, Rescue 7 wanted to ensure our training course maintained Chief Prevention Officer approval. Mike thoroughly reviewed our course, clearly identifying every element needing updating along with efficient, effective implementation approaches that would satisfy the new standards. Leveraging his extensive expertise in health & safety, training, and standards, Mike outlined a clear path enabling us to continue delivering top-quality, compliant training.

Michele McCabe

General Manager Rescue 7

Mike spoke with our Health & Safety leaders in both the Health Care and Construction industries. He thoroughly assessed our needs and delivered a presentation that truly resonated with our audience.
Mike covered critical topics such as the impact of workplace injuries and fatalities in Canada, importance of workplace health and safety, effective health and safety committees, and essential knowledge for workplace leaders.

Mike’s expertise and engaging approach made a significant impact, and we highly recommend him as a speaker for any organization looking to enhance their health and safety practices.

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Colin de Raff

Director of Training, ON CLAC

Before working with Mike, our company faced the challenge of managing rapid growth while meeting health and safety expectations, legal requirements, and reducing risks. Mike’s expertise in health and safety law and risk management helped us prioritize critical areas. As a result, we established a system ensuring subcontractor compliance, met client expectations, and improved our industry reputation.

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Mike Donato

Operations Manager Donato Mechanical Group

We engaged Mike at WorkBright™ for a third-party assessment to gain expert insights and strengthen our health and safety culture. Mike met with our senior management team to understand our operations, conducted a thorough review of our health and safety documentation, and performed an on-site workplace observation.

His professionalism and expertise provided us with a clear roadmap for continuous improvement and reinforced our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

Brian Runciman

Quality, Health and Safety Manager Marmon Keystone Canada

Mike and the team at WorkBright provided excellent technical and client focused support on an industrial hygiene practice development initiative. The expertise of WorkBright produced a high quality and thorough practice that will serve to benefit our prevention activities. Working with Mike felt like working with a trusted and respected colleague versus a consultant, making the process easy and collaborative in nature.

Jared Memory, CRSP, NCSO

National Director, Health and Safety - Corporate Englobe

About Us

Mike Russo is a Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) and Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP). He has helped organizations with expert occupational hygiene and safety in construction, manufacturing, services industry, and mining. He previously worked in several key capacities with Ontario’s trusted Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA). At IHSA, Mike oversaw the development of the organization’s training courses, and provided occupational hygiene expertise to Ontario’s construction industry. Mike was involved in the development of COR™ and collaborated closely with regulators, employers and unions to usher in new regulations for noise and chemical exposures in the workplace.

Mike has been featured as a webinar panelist for OHS Canada, presented at Partners in Prevention, the Ontario Medical Association, and other prominent events, and teaches at universities across Ontario—helping to shape the next generation of health and safety experts.