About ACUTE

ACUTE is a leader in workplace health and safety, founded by industry professionals with deep roots in environmental contracting.

Our Story

ACUTE was established in 1995 when a group of experienced environmental contractors took their knowledge and experience gained from years of field work to create a company that would ultimately serve its clientele by providing comprehensive health and safety training, consulting and on-site safety services. Early in ACUTE’s history we completed a series of large-scale environmental projects such as decommissioning of Great Lakes lighthouse Fresnel lamps, which involved the removal of substantial quantities of toxic liquid mercury from lamp ballasts and contaminated surfaces. Projects such as these demanded very detailed safety and logistics planning and served as the primary catalyst for ACUTE’s rise to becoming a leader in health and safety services for Canadian workplaces. Health and safety training soon became and remains to this day ACUTE’s premier area of service. To further strengthen our safety training services we have established one of the province’s best worker training facilities to complement in class training with hands-on practical competency testing.

Our Mission

To create safer spaces for people to thrive.

Our Vision

We will work relentlessly until a safety culture is viewed as a competitive advantage.

“ACUTE’s Training Centre is one of the best equipped facilities in Ontario and has been used by customers from all workplace sectors, including governmental agencies like the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the Ministry of the Environment and the Department of Defense.”
— Ron Campbell, Co-Founder

Our Story

ACUTE was established in 1995 when a group of experienced environmental contractors took their knowledge and experience gained from years of field work to create a company that would ultimately serve its clientele by providing comprehensive health and safety training, consulting and on-site safety services. Early in ACUTE’s history we completed a series of large-scale environmental projects such as decommissioning of Great Lakes lighthouse Fresnel lamps, which involved the removal of substantial quantities of toxic liquid mercury from lamp ballasts and contaminated surfaces. Projects such as these demanded very detailed safety and logistics planning and served as the primary catalyst for ACUTE’s rise to becoming a leader in health and safety services for Canadian workplaces. Health and safety training soon became and remains to this day ACUTE’s premier area of service. To further strengthen our safety training services we have established one of the province’s best worker training facilities to complement in class training with hands-on practical competency testing.

Our Mission

To create the safest workplaces in the country through continuous learning, proactive discussion and purposeful training. 

Our Vision

To ensure workplace safety is a fundamental right and guaranteed for every worker across the country.

“ACUTE’s Training Centre is one of the best equipped facilities in Ontario and has been used by customers from all workplace sectors, including governmental agencies like the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the Ministry of the Environment and the Department of Defense.”
— Ron Campbell, Co-Founder

ACUTE Today

ACUTE provides comprehensive health and safety training, on-site safety services and consulting services. With over 100 years of combined experience, company staff offer more than theoretical or abstract ideas.

ACUTE offers solutions. With a vast array of clients in manufacturing, construction, health, academic, and government sectors, ACUTE brings best safety practices from across the spectrum to your workplace.

“We regularly customize our presentations to closely meet the training needs of our clients. We are intensely interested in helping our clients to protect their people.”
— Mike Gutschon, Co-Founder

“At the end of the day we want to make sure our clients go home safe and sound to their families. That’s what we do.”
— Ron Campbell, Co-Founder

Leaders in Occupational Health & Safety

ACUTE provides a wide range of training courses including spill response training, working at heights, 40 Hour Hazwoper and confined space entry to name just a few.

To view the full list of courses click here.

All of ACUTE’s training services emphasize client participation. Our staff build a relationship with our clients and serve as a touchstone for advice anytime moving forward.

70,000
+
Individuals Trained
Annually
25
+
Years of Industry
Experience
2,000
+
Clients Served
Each Year
55
+
Safety Training Programs
130
+
Employees
44
%
Female Staffed
8
Top Safety Awards
13
%
Promoted Internally

One of the largest

training providers in Canada.

60,000+
Individuals Trained Annually
25+
Years of Industry
Experience
2,000+
Clients Served 
Each Year
55+
Safety Training Courses
130+
Employees
44%
Female Staffed
8
Top Safety Awards
13%
Promoted Internally

Partners in Safety

SafetyCo is the result of a shared vision among industry leaders who recognized the need to move beyond working as independent safety companies. Founded to unite like-minded professionals, SafetyCo brings together expertise and innovation to deliver integrated safety solutions. By fostering collaboration and connection, SafetyCo ensures a lasting legacy of excellence and innovation in workplace safety.

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We Live By Our Values

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Do The Right Thing. Openly.

Doing the right thing is a choice. It’s a product of purposeful behaviour and the genuine desire to advocate for those we work with.

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Grow with Grit.

Growth doesn’t happen by chance; it is deliberately planned for and pursued with purpose. Embrace the challenges. Grow in spite of them.

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Better Everyday.

Continuous improvement is the objective for forward-thinking organizations. Better than yesterday. Confident in Today. Excited for tomorrow.

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Safety At The Core.

Our strength comes from the sum total of the collective confidence that we truly have each other’s backs. Every day. Without question.

Training Hub Locations Across Ontario

We provide accessible training locations across Ontario equipped and designed to facilitate experience-based, practical learning. Whether at our facilities in Waterloo, London, or other regional centres, our public classes bring together safety professionals in environments designed for interactive discussion and hands-on learning.

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Waterloo Training Centre
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Barrie Training Centre
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Oakville Training Centre
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Vaughan Training Centre
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London Training Centre
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Ottawa Training Centre
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Sault Ste. Marie Training Centre
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Our Safety Services

Instructor-Led Training

Our certified instructors deliver comprehensive safety training programs tailored to your industry’s specific requirements, from confined space entry to fall protection and emergency response across Southwestern Ontario.

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Confined Space Rescue

Our team provides comprehensive confined space rescue services and emergency response support for high-risk operations across Southwestern Ontario.

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Site Safety Officers

Our certified safety officers bring decades of field experience to construction and industrial sites, ensuring safe and productive operations.

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Consulting

From workplace safety audits to custom safety program development, our consulting services address complex safety challenges with practical, site-specific solutions.

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Join Our Team

This is a place where you can gain valuable experience, expand your opportunities, and even explore a whole new career—all within one organization.