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The Ontario Designated Substances Regulation has been around since the 1980s, but some employers have not implemented the control program. This webinar will focus on the regulatory framework around the control program, which may be needed after completing a designated substances assessment. Learn content on the regulation, specific to control programs, hear about the MLITSD guide regarding designated substances in the workplace and become aware of control program content. Note: This webinar will have limited focus on the designated substances assessment.
How much weight is too much to lift? How high is too high? How low is too low? These are questions that ergonomists are frequently asked, and WSPS is here to help workplaces with the answers. Join this session to learn about our new resource “Ergo Insights- Safe Manual Material Handling” that has been developed to assist workplaces in designing safe manual material handling tasks to improve working conditions and reduce costly injuries and claims. Participants will get access to this resource and will gain an understanding of how to use the resource step by step with relevant examples.
Poor storage practices and misuse of flammable and combustible liquids can lead to devastating fires and cause catastrophic injury and/or property damage. In this session, we will learn to identify and assess risk and discuss using the fire tetrahedron model to mitigate risk of fire. We’ll also answer common questions such as: how does a flammable liquid storage cabinet work? What is bonding and grounding? Do I need a pre-start health and safety review? What training do my staff need before using flammables? Come ignite your curiosity!
In economically challenging times, businesses are looking for any edge to be more competitive and resilient. Examining occupational health and safety performance is a great place to start. How does the health and safety performance of your business measure up? How does the health and safety performance of your vendors, customers, partners and competitors compare to yours? What information can you glean from your health and safety performance statistics and what strategies can you derive from that information to make informed investment decisions to strengthen your business?
This informative session co-presented with WSIB Business Analytics will provide a thorough overview of the WSIB Safety Check feature and other online services that are available to Ontario businesses and will discuss how WSPS can help you use this information to drive decisions about where to best spend your time and resources to maximize your Safety ROI and make meaningful change.
It’s that time of year again - it's getting hot outside, and you may be thinking about heat stress in your workplace. Heat stress affects many workplaces year-round, impacting both outdoor workers and those exposed to heat from processes and equipment. This presentation explains what heat stress is, why it matters, and how it affects us at work. We'll cover current and upcoming legislation, methods for assessing and monitoring heat stress, and research on physiological technology like heart rate monitors and body temperature sensors. Attendees will learn about engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment to manage heat stress effectively.
Join WSPS Specialized Consultant (Occupational Hygiene), Kelly Fernandes, with special guest Andre Gauvin, from Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) who will share best practices for recognizing, assessing, and controlling heat stress within the workplace.
Most workplaces use chemicals, ranging from lower risk consumer products to high hazard designated substances. Some organizations struggle to identify risks and implement effective controls, leaving workers at risk of occupational disease. In this session, we will discuss chemical safety from pre-purchase to disposal following the recognize, assess, control, and evaluate model, highlighting regulatory requirements and sharing tips to keep your workers and property safe.
Consensus can be considered both journey and destination – a process to arrive at a decision and a decision itself. But when, and why, should organizations consider consensus in safety? In this session, we will dive deeper into when consensus is appropriate, the benefits and drawbacks, learn how to apply consensus techniques to optimize collaborative team-based decision-making in a safety context while building trust and strengthening working relationships, and introduce the groundbreaking High Five Consensus Model. This session is appropriate for JHSCs, workplace and policy committees, and for safety leaders in organizations large and small.
Are you a supervisor or small business owner who’s unsure how to use the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (the “Green Book”)? Do you find it challenging to find information and understand the health and safety legislative requirements relevant to your business? If so, our upcoming webinar, “Navigating the OHS Act and Regulations” is for you!
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Don't miss this chance to learn how to find health and safety information quickly and efficiently! Boost your safety knowledge and protect your team! Register now to take the first step towards a safer, more productive business.
Note: It is recommended that participants have a current copy of the Green Book and e-Laws available to support hands on practise during the session.
Have you ever looked back at something you did as a teen did and thought, “What was I thinking?”. You aren’t alone. Teen brains really do see risk differently. But did you know that research demonstrates the most predictive key performance indicator for reduced young worker injuries is their frontline supervisor? This session helps managers lead with insight by understanding the psychology and physiology that contributes to young worker risk. Participants will leave with evidence-based strategies for effectively tailoring risk messaging for younger audiences, build virtuous communication cycles that support working relationships, and learn why saying “my door is always open” isn’t enough.
Service and hospitality sectors across Ontario are experiencing growing threats of workplace violence and harassment, such as uncivil, disrespectful, and abusive behaviours. This session will discuss why these behaviours are on the rise and how to effectively de-escalate individuals using an approach of caring, understanding and validating. We will explore how employers can create a comprehensive program and equip workers with the necessary skills to manage violence in the workplace.
This strategy aims not only to prevent violence and harassment, but also to create a safer environment for employees, emphasizing the importance of a psychologically safe workplace. Participants will be provided with a number of free resources to either begin implementing a workplace violence and harassment program in their workplace, or to expand and improve existing initiatives.
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