Upcoming Virtual Safety Connections 

The Ontario Designated Substances Regulation (O. Reg. 490/09) has been around since the 1980s, but has been considerably revised. Employers are still working on completing and/or updating their Designated Substances Assessments and/or Control Programs today. Get some background information on both existing and new applications where designated substances are used in industry today, and learn about some practical tools and approaches to help with the implementation of the assessment. 

Workplaces in the agricultural sector bring together a wide range of workers, including newcomers to Canada, temporary foreign workers, and others for whom English is a second language. This diversity enriches the sector but can also create communication challenges that affect health and safety. Discuss common communication barriers. Explore strategies for managing multi-lingual workplaces. Discover multi-lingual resources that help workers understand common hazards and controls in the agricultural sector. This session will empower you with knowledge and tools to improve health and safety in the agricultural sector.

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) is conducting a Health and Safety campaign in the Agriculture sector from April 1st, 2026, to March 31st, 2027

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) is conducting a Health and Safety campaign in the retail sector from April 1st, 2026, to March 31st, 2027

This session breaks down hazards and hazard assessments in a simple practical way. You Will learn how to use the RACE method to recognize hazards, understand basic risk assessment techniques, choose the right controls and check whether those controls actually work to reduce the risk to your workers.

Safety starts with identifying hazards- before they cause injury, illness or property damage. Some hazards are obvious, while others hide in plain site. And once you identify one, the next question is: What do you do about it, how do you know if you are effectively controlling the hazard to prevent injuries and illnesses?

This session breaks down hazards and hazard assessments in a simple practical way. You Will learn how to use the RACE method to recognize hazards, understand basic risk assessment techniques, choose the right controls and check whether those controls actually work to reduce the risk to your workers.

By the end, you’ll see how a coordinated hazard identification and risk assessment system makes day‑to‑day work safer, clearer, and easier for everyone.

In this engaging, easy to follow webinar, we’ll break down the WHMIS and Chemical Exposure checklist step by step - transforming what can feel like a compliance chore into a clear, confident process.

Participants will learn how to spot common gaps, interpret requirements and apply best practices that make chemical safety second nature. Whether you’re new to WHMIS or looking to sharpen your existing program, this session will help you turn a checklist into a powerful safety tool that works for your team.

After you have had a chance to go through it at your workplace, a follow up session on March 31st will be held to discuss any questions, challenges and successes.

This webinar will equip Ontario employers and workers with the knowledge to distinguish legitimate, standards and compliant PPE from counterfeit or non‑certified products. Participants will learn how to verify compliance with Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), understand required certifications such as CSA, NIOSH, and Health Canada approvals, and spot the red flags that indicate fake or unsafe equipment. By attending, organizations may enhance their due diligence processes and increase confidence that the PPE they purchase and use offers appropriate protection for workers across Ontario worksites.

This session explores how transformational leadership can strengthen organizational culture, improve engagement, and drive long‑term performance. Participants will learn the core principles of transformational leadership, understand why it outperforms traditional compliance‑based approaches, and discover practical strategies for modeling behaviors, building trust, and empowering teams. The presentation blends concepts with actionable tools, helping leaders create safer, more resilient workplaces through influence, vision, and authentic connection.

Are you doing your best in preventing workplace injuries and illnesses? Want to earn financial incentives while building a healthier and safer workplace? Join Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) as we explore WSIB’s Health and Safety Excellence program and the many ways the program can benefit your business.

In this session we will review why the working for workers acts were created, and all of the OHSA and Regulation changes that have occurred though the working for workers act releases. The session will also provide guidance and tips to help Employers navigate and implement the various updates and changes.