
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CFSA Members: $50
Non-Members: $70
Students: Free
In the context of life safety, situational awareness represents the critical ability to accurately perceive environmental hazards and rapidly navigate egress paths under the extreme cognitive load of an emergency. The January 1, 2026, updates to the Ontario Fire Code have codified this necessity by eliminating ambiguity in pathfinding, strictly mandating the transition to universal ISO "Running Man" pictogram signage alongside rigorous, documented monthly emergency lighting and exit systems tests.
For building owners, directors, and supervisors, maintaining situational awareness regarding these legal updates is no longer optional; non-compliance carries severe financial penalties up to $2 million and exposes corporate leadership to direct criminal liability for workplace negligence.
This online webinar will provide an overview of these code changes, what they mean for you, and how to confidently remain compliant.
David ParryVice President of PL Solutions Inc.
David Parry brings over 30 years of experience at the intersection of engineering, corporate leadership, and industrial safety. As Vice President of PL Solutions Inc., he helps organizations navigate complex facility safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
David has also spent nine years as a Professor at Conestoga College, teaching Occupational Health and Safety, manufacturing operations, and corporate management. Today, David supports both private and public sector clients by translating building and fire codes into practical, effective safety solutions using advanced photoluminescent egress systems.