Coreline Controls is an engineering services and safety company based in Burlington, Ontario, specializing in machine safety, industrial control systems, and regulatory compliance (Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews – PSR / PHSR for short). We work with manufacturers, processors, and system integrators across Ontario to ensure that machinery and automation systems are designed, installed, and operated in a way that protects both people and assets. Our approach combines deep technical expertise with a clear understanding of the legal and practical requirements of today’s industrial environments.
In modern manufacturing, safety is not just a compliance requirement—it’s a foundation of operational excellence. Coreline Controls helps organizations meet their obligations under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and its associated regulations by delivering thorough, transparent, and engineering-driven evaluations. We specialize in preparing Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PSRs) in accordance with Ontario Regulation 851 – Industrial Establishments, Section 7, ensuring that new or modified equipment is assessed before it is put into service. These reviews give our clients confidence that their systems meet all relevant safety requirements and that any deficiencies are clearly identified and corrected prior to startup.
To ensure consistency with provincial standards and expectations, our work aligns closely with both the Ontario “Guideline for Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews” and the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) “Professional Practice Guideline for Conducting Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews”. These references outline how PSRs should be performed, documented, and sealed by licensed engineers, helping ensure the integrity and defensibility of each review we issue.
Beyond PSRs, we conduct comprehensive machine safety gap analyses and risk assessments in line with CSA Z432, ISO 12100, and ISO 13849-1 standards. These assessments evaluate potential hazards associated with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems. Our engineers then recommend practical measures—ranging from safeguarding upgrades to control circuit modifications—to reduce or eliminate risks. We focus on solutions that balance compliance, safety performance, and operational efficiency, helping clients avoid unnecessary downtime while achieving robust protection for workers and equipment.
Coreline Controls also provides software validation for safety-related control systems, ensuring that programmable logic controllers (PLCs), safety relays, and other automation devices perform reliably under all operating conditions. Using tools such as SISTEMA, we determine Performance Levels (PLr) as required by ISO 13849, verifying that control system architectures meet the appropriate reliability category. Our validation process gives clients documented evidence of compliance while improving confidence in system behavior during both normal and fault conditions.
Our services extend to engineering design and implementation support, including control panel design, component selection, system integration, and retrofit planning. Whether developing a new safety circuit or upgrading legacy controls, we assist clients in selecting hardware and wiring architectures that align with functional safety principles. By combining safety engineering with practical design insight, we help ensure that safety measures are not only compliant but also seamlessly integrated into production systems.
Safety management does not end once equipment is commissioned. As processes evolve and new technologies are introduced, maintaining compliance requires ongoing attention. Coreline Controls offers periodic compliance reviews, helping clients identify where changes in machinery, software, or standards might affect their existing safety systems. In addition, we develop customized Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures tailored to specific equipment configurations. These procedures protect maintenance personnel and operators by ensuring that machinery remains properly isolated from hazardous energy sources during service activities—while minimizing downtime and preserving productivity.
What sets Coreline Controls apart is our commitment to delivering implementation-ready solutions. We understand that every facility faces unique operational pressures, and our recommendations are always practical, cost-conscious, and aligned with real-world production needs. By bridging the gap between compliance and functionality, we help clients build a stronger safety culture—one rooted in accountability, awareness, and continuous improvement.
At the heart of our mission is a simple principle: safe systems are efficient systems. Through clear communication, technical integrity, and hands-on support, Coreline Controls helps organizations reduce risk, ensure compliance, and maintain reliable operations across the full equipment lifecycle. Our clients trust us to safeguard their people, their processes, and their reputation—because safety, when engineered properly, creates the foundation for lasting operational success.
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