Ensure Compliance & Protect Workers Around High-Temperature Processes
Working with molten metals such as aluminum, steel, or alloys presents some of the highest-risk scenarios in industrial environments. These materials, often exceeding 1,000°C, pose severe dangers:
Under Ontario Regulation 851, workplaces introducing or modifying processes that handle molten material—such as furnaces, ladles, or casting equipment—must complete a Pre-Start Health and Safety Review (PSR) before operation.
A PSR is triggered under the OHSA when new or modified installations involve:
HITE Engineering ensures your operation meets all PSR obligations with a focus on real-world safety and practical engineering controls.
Our PSR process for foundries and molten material systems includes a comprehensive assessment of:
HITE Engineering applies a robust combination of regulatory and best practice guidance when performing molten metal PSRs, including:
To complete a compliant and efficient PSR, we request the following documentation prior to site visit:
If you’re unsure of what’s required, our team will guide you step-by-step during onboarding.
Upon completing our engineering review, you’ll receive:
With decades of experience in thermal hazard environments, HITE Engineering provides a practical, hands-on approach that ensures your operations are both safe and compliant.
We’ve helped dozens of Ontario manufacturers and foundries:
You’ll get clear, actionable reports that prioritize your operations while meeting Ontario’s strictest safety standards.
Contact us today to book a PSR for your foundry or molten material system. Our team will help you meet OHSA requirements and reduce risk from day one.
