Add Comment Question: We work in a before and after program with school age children. Our program has allowed autistic children in the program in the last year. Children in the school system have Educational Assistants with them. Our program wants us to care for these children. Some are non verbal and need tioleting. We are not EA’s and have no training. Can we be forced to work with these children? We fear for their safety as well as iour own. This child is also known to be a runner and we are responsible for 14 other children. Can we be fired for refusing? Can we be forced to work with these children if we are uncomfortable? Answer: In addition to its obligations towards the children and their parents, your employer is required to maintain a workplace that is free of dangerous health and safety conditions that can cause injury to the staff. You and your colleagues should report your concerns to your employer and, if that fails, to the Ministry of Labour. Retaliation by the employer is illegal but if you feel that you are targeted for reporting your complaint or should you lose your job because of it please make sure to get in contact with us. Even at this stage feel free to call us at the number below and one of our lawyers can help you determine the best course of action so that your interests are protected. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.