Online Safety Training

What Online Safety Training does

Online Safety Training, operated by Business Improvement Solutions Inc. (BIS), is a Canadian online workplace safety training platform that delivers over 2,000 professional courses meeting Canadian Standards Association (CSA) requirements and provincial Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards. The platform serves Canadian employers and individual learners across all provinces and territories, with course coverage spanning equipment operation certification (forklifts, aerial platforms, telehandlers, overhead cranes), hazard communication (WHMIS 2025/GHS, TDG, lockout/tagout), regulatory compliance (OHS laws for supervisors, workplace harassment prevention), and specialized topics such as confined space entry, chainsaw safety, drone operation, and bear awareness. Over 2 million learners have been certified through the platform, and the customer base includes notable Canadian enterprises such as Tim Hortons, Molson Coors, Honeywell, FedEx, Bell Canada, Hydro One, Canadian Tire, and Kellogg's.

The underlying technology is the proprietary BIStrainer Learning Management System, a browser-based LMS that delivers pre-recorded, interactive courses with features including 24/7/365 availability, mobile-friendly design, instant PDF certificate generation, real-time progress tracking and reporting, bulk course assignment for corporate accounts, and user account management. The platform is accessible in both English and French and serves as the single distribution channel for both individual learners and corporate buyers. No mobile apps, public APIs, or third-party integrations are currently offered; all commerce flows through the website.

The business model is a hybrid self-serve e-commerce and B2B transaction revenue structure. Individual learners purchase courses one at a time on a per-course basis at prices ranging from approximately $24.99 CAD (e.g., WHMIS 2025) to $699.99 CAD (e.g., Train-the-Trainer premium courses), with no setup or monthly subscription fees. Corporate and organizational buyers access bulk purchase discounts and corporate account features for workforce training, while Train-the-Trainer programs represent a premium-priced segment for certifying internal workplace trainers. Customer acquisition is driven primarily by content marketing and SEO through an extensive blog covering provincial OHS topics and city-specific landing pages for major Canadian metros, supported by enterprise logo display, free trial offers, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Name

Online Safety Training

Legal name

Business Improvement Solutions Inc.

Website

https://onlinesafetytraining.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Online Safety Training is a Canadian e-commerce platform operated by Business Improvement Solutions Inc. that delivers over 2,000 online workplace safety training courses meeting CSA and provincial OHS standards to individual learners and corporate employers across all Canadian provinces, in English and French.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workplace Safety Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Safety, Security & Facilities Onboarding (EHS, Physical Security) (EDABAOAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC) (EDANAIAM), Machine Safety, Guarding & Industrial Equipment Safety (EDABAEAG), Working at Heights, Fall Protection & Scaffolding (EDABAEAH)

Keywords

• Workplace safety training
• Occupational health compliance
• Online certification courses
• WHMIS training
• Corporate safety training

Headquarters

HQ city

Mississauga

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Course Sales: Individual learners purchase single online safety courses on a per-transaction basis. Prices range from approximately $25 CAD to $700 CAD per course depending on the topic and depth. Courses include WHMIS, forklift training, chainsaw safety, confined space awareness, and more. Payment is processed online 24/7 via credit card, with immediate access upon purchase. This is a one-time transaction per course, not a subscription.
2. Corporate / Bulk Account Purchases: Employers and organizations purchase bulk course credits or corporate accounts to train multiple employees. Discounts are offered for bulk purchases. Corporate accounts enable group account creation, free user tracking, and centralized compliance management. This is a B2B revenue stream where organizations pay for training access for their workforce.
3. Train-the-Trainer Programs: Specialized premium courses such as Confined Space Entry Train the Trainer ($699.99) and WHMIS Certification 2025 Train the Trainer ($599.99 CAD) are priced at a premium and are designed to equip workplace trainers to deliver content internally to their organizations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Online Safety Training operates a proprietary online learning management system (BIStrainer) that delivers more than 2,000 professional workplace safety courses covering equipment operation, hazardous-materials handling, transportation of dangerous goods, supervisor OHS laws, workplace harassment prevention, and Train-the-Trainer programs. Courses are sold per-transaction to individual learners and via corporate bulk accounts to employers, meeting Canadian Standards Association (CSA) requirements and Provincial Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards, with instant PDF certification on completion, available 24/7 in English and French.

Product overview

Online Safety Training is a Canadian online workplace safety training platform operated by Business Improvement Solutions Inc. (BIS), offering over 2,000 professional workplace safety courses meeting Canadian Standards Association (CSA) requirements and Provincial Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Standards. The platform serves as a unified training ecosystem comprising individual certification courses (such as WHMIS 2025, Aerial Platform Training, Chainsaw Safety, Confined Space Awareness, Forklift/Telehandler/Skid Steer operator training, TDG Transportation of Dangerous Goods, and Workplace Harassment Prevention), Train the Trainer programs that certify internal trainers to deliver courses, and corporate/group account services with bulk pricing. All courses are available 24/7, accessible in both English and French, and provide instant PDF certificates upon completion. The platform's BIStrainer system is used for delivering online course content to learners across Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online Safety Training Platform (BIStrainer) Canada's largest online workplace safety training platform providing access to over 2,000 professional safety courses meeting CSA and Provincial OHS standards, with 24/7 self-paced delivery, instant PDF certificates, and corporate account management. Sold to individual learners and organizations across Canada.
• Corporate Training Program Bulk purchase discounts and corporate account services for organizations training multiple employees, including free group account creation and centralized user/progress tracking. Targeted at employers across all Canadian provinces.
• Train the Trainer Safety Programs Premium programs that certify internal workplace trainers to deliver specific safety courses (including Confined Space Entry and WHMIS 2025) within their own organizations.
• WHMIS Certification: 2025 Online Online certification course covering safe handling of hazardous materials under the WHMIS 2025 and GHS standards. Used by Canadian workers whose roles involve controlled products.
• Certification SIMDUT 2025 French-language version of the WHMIS 2025/GHS hazardous-materials certification course for Canadian francophone workers.
• Aerial Platform Training Online Course Certification course covering safe operating procedures for work at heights on aerial platforms, for workers and operators in construction and maintenance.
• ATV/UTV Training Online Course Off-Highway Vehicles training covering ATVs and UTVs for operators in industrial, agricultural, and remote-worksite settings.
• Bear Awareness Training Online Safety awareness training covering the three North American bear species (grizzly, black, polar) for outdoor workers.
• Cargo Securement Flatbed Training Online Course Training covering cargo loading, inspection, and securement for flatbed trailer operations, for commercial drivers and loaders.
• Chainsaw Safety Online Course Safety training covering safe chainsaw operation for forestry, landscaping, and arboriculture workers.
• Confined Space Awareness Online Course Awareness-level training on the risks and hazards of working in confined space environments.
• Confined Space Entry - Train the Trainer Premium train-the-trainer program equipping workplace trainers to deliver confined space entry training internally ($699.99 CAD).
• Customer Service Excellence Online Course Training on customer service skills for front-line employees, representatives, and sales teams.
• Defensive Driving Online Course Training on defensive driving fundamentals aimed at reducing vehicle-related workplace incidents.
• Drone Operator Training: Canada Training covering the safe and effective operation of drones (UAVs) in Canada for commercial drone operators.
• Golf Cart Safety Online Course Training covering safe use, handling, and operation of golf carts in industrial and golf course environments.
• Hours of Service Online Course Fatigue-management training on hours-of-service rules for commercial vehicle drivers and carriers.
• Landscaping Safety Course Online Training on safe operation of landscaping equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, and other machinery.
• Lockout Tagout Online Course Training on machine shutdown procedures and prevention of accidental restart (lockout/tagout) for maintenance workers.
• Lone Worker Safety Online Course Training for employees who work alone, covering skills to identify and manage the associated risks.
• OHS Laws & Regulations for Supervisors Introduction to the legal duties and responsibilities of workplace supervisors under Canadian OHS laws.
• Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) Book 7 Training Comprehensive training on Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 covering temporary traffic control conditions.
• Overhead Crane Online Course Training on overhead crane types, lifting devices, safety inspections, and safe operation for crane operators and rigging personnel.
• Pipeline Construction Safety Training (PCST) Safety training program covering knowledge and skills needed for pipeline construction safety.
• Propane Cylinder Handling Online Course Certification for safe handling of propane cylinders in commercial, industrial, and domestic settings.
• Skid Steer Operator Online Training Training on safe and efficient operation of skid steer equipment for construction and agricultural operators.
• TDG - Transportation of Dangerous Goods Online Course Certification for safe ground transportation of dangerous goods under Canadian TDG regulations.
• Telehandler Training Online Course Training on the skills required to operate telehandlers safely, including proper machine control.
• Tick Safety and Lyme Disease Prevention Online Course Training on how to identify, avoid, and safely remove ticks to reduce the risk of Lyme disease for outdoor workers.
• Train the Trainer Certification Online General instructional-techniques program for new and experienced trainers delivering workplace safety content internally.
• Traffic Control Person (Flagger) Online Course Training for personnel working safely in temporary traffic control environments as flaggers/traffic control persons.
• Tree Trimming Safety Course Online Training on safety precautions and required safety measures for tree trimming projects.
• Truck Mounted Forklift Online Course Training for Canadian workers, operators, and supervisors on the safe operation of Moffett truck-mounted forklifts.
• WHMIS Certification 2025: Train the Trainer Premium train-the-trainer program equipping workplace trainers to deliver WHMIS/GHS 2025 certification internally ($599.99 CAD).
• Workplace Bullying, Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Prevention: For Managers and Supervisors Manager- and supervisor-specific training on recognizing and preventing workplace bullying, discrimination, harassment, and violence (e.g., Ontario Bill 168 / 132 compliance).
• Workplace Bullying Discrimination Harassment & Violence Prevention Online Course General-employee training covering recognition and prevention of workplace bullying, discrimination, harassment, and violence.

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ClickSafety: US-based online safety training provider offering OSHA-aligned e-learning courses for construction, general industry, and environmental compliance. Closely comparable to Online Safety Training in delivery model (online, self-paced, certificate-based) and customer profile (employers training distributed workforces), differing primarily by serving the US market.
• SafetySkills: Online workplace safety training platform offering course libraries and LMS delivery for EHS compliance. Comparable in self-paced e-learning model and per-seat enterprise pricing, primarily serving US-based employers with overlapping topics (OSHA, industrial safety).
• AlertForce: Canadian online workplace health and safety training provider offering WHMIS, forklift, confined space, and other OHS courses. Direct domestic competitor with the same target customer (Canadian employers) and overlapping course catalog, providing the most directly comparable Canadian peer.
• Canada Safety Training: Canadian provider of online workplace safety certification courses including WHMIS, TDG, forklift, and fall protection. Direct domestic competitor with overlapping course content and Canadian regulatory focus, similar self-serve pricing model.
• OSHA.com (360training / Vector Solutions): One of the largest US online OSHA safety training providers, offering hundreds of DOL/OSHA-aligned courses with instant certification. Operates a similar self-serve e-commerce model to Online Safety Training, with comparable per-course pricing and corporate account programs; competes for the same category of compliance-driven learner demand.

Broad incumbents

• Skillsoft: Global enterprise corporate training and talent development platform offering thousands of compliance, leadership, and technology courses via subscription. Overlaps with Online Safety Training on compliance training and enterprise buyers but operates at vastly larger scale and with a subscription-based revenue model.
• SafetyCulture: Global workplace safety and operations platform offering inspections, audits, and online training (SafetyCulture Training / EdApp) for EHS teams. Adjacent in safety training delivery but differentiated by an inspection-led platform with broader operational scope than Online Safety Training's pure compliance training focus.
• Vector Solutions: Large-scale provider of online training and performance management serving compliance, safety, and continuing education markets across multiple verticals. A broader incumbent with overlapping safety training content but a much wider portfolio including HR, healthcare, and education training, as well as LMS capabilities well beyond Online Safety Training's BIStrainer.

Regional players

• CIT (Construction Industry Training): Canadian construction-industry safety training provider offering trade and safety certification courses primarily in Quebec. Comparable in regulatory-specific Canadian training content but operates in a different geography and is more focused on construction trade qualifications.
• St. John Ambulance (Canada): Long-standing Canadian provider of first aid and workplace safety training with both online and in-person delivery. Comparable as a Canadian training provider selling compliance-relevant courses to employers, but differentiated by first-aid specialization and a heavy in-person/blended delivery model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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