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Upcoming Virtual Safety Connections 

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This energizing platform provides you with an opportunity to connect, exchange ideas and share best practices in workplace health and safety from the comfort of your own home.
 

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A mechanic is draining oil from the engine while standing under the car at mechanic's shop, wearing safety glasses and gloves.

Safety Connection: WHMIS Basics for Auto Service Repair and Recycling

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Advanced High Precision Robot Arm inside Bright Electronics Factory.
Advanced High Precision Robot Arm inside Bright Electronics Factory.

Safety Connection: New ISO 10218:2025: Industrial Robots

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Business manager training a new employee at the supermarket and teaching her to work the cash register

Safety Connection: From Risk to Respect: Workplace Violence Prevention for Retail Storefronts (Pt.1)

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Group of thoughtful business people wearing eyeglasses reading documents in the office

Safety Connection: What's the difference between training and awareness?

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Image of two people wearing safety vests standing in a warehouse by a skid

Safety Connection: Preparing for MLITSD Occupational Hygiene Campaigns 2025-26

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Young salesman reaching overhead for a clay pot on a high shelf at a garden center

Safety Connection: Ergonomics Within the Retail Sector - Preparing for Peak Season

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Two warehouse workers, one comforting the other

Safety Connection: Roadmap to Mental Harm Prevention

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four smiling veterinarians petting two dogs who are standing on an exam table in a clinic setting

Safety Connection: Health and Safety Awareness for Veterinary Clinics in Ontario

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Portrait of confident owner leaning on checkout counter at flower shop - stock photo

Safety Connection: Workplace Violence Risk Assessment: Identifying Threats, Preventing Harm (Pt. 2)

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close up of a hand grasping a pen about to write on a note pad

Safety Connection: Designated Substances Control Program - Practice Guidance

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Transparent image of a person touching their neck

Safety Connection: Ergo Insights-A new resource to help with safe MMH work design

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A mixed race African-American and Hispanic teenage boy working in a supermarket at the checkout counter. He is ready to scan groceries at the cash register. He is smiling at the camera.

Safety Connection: A Guide to Violence and Harassment Investigations (Pt. 3)

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Safety Connection: Designated Substances Control Program - Practice Guidance

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.

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Safety Connection: Ergo Insights-A new resource to help with safe MMH work design

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.  

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Safety Connection: Ergonomics Within the Retail Sector - Preparing for Peak Season

With the busy holiday season approaching, employees at retail workplaces will be busy fulfilling orders and serving customers. They will be asked to handle goods at every step of a product’s movement including receiving, unpacking, storing, transporting, stocking, point of sale, customer assist and delivery. Recognizing and controlling the hazards that contribute to musculoskeletal disorders at each step along a product’s path is something every retail employer should be working to achieve. 

Join us for an informative webinar focused on improving material handling, ladder and pedestrian safety in retail environments, including the introduction to a new tool kit to assist businesses with identifying hazards and tips to control and eliminate risks.

This webinar is designed for retail managers, safety officers, and employees. By attending, you will gain valuable knowledge and practical tips to create a safer work environment and reduce the risk of injuries.

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Safety Connection: Managing Chemicals - Keeping Workers Safe Step by Step

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.

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Advanced High Precision Robot Arm inside Bright Electronics Factory.

Safety Connection: New ISO 10218:2025: Industrial Robots

Join us for an insightful overview of the newly released ISO 10218:2025 Parts 1 and 2 standards, which set the benchmark for safety and performance in industrial robots, robotic applications, and integrated robot cells.

This session will highlight key updates and new elements introduced in the revision, offering valuable context for manufacturers, integrators, and safety professionals. Whether you're updating your safety protocols or designing next-generation robotic systems, this session will provide the clarity and direction you need.

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Safety Connection: Using Consensus in Safety Decision-Making

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.

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Safety Connection: Legal Requirements and the Internal Responsibility System

This session will equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of legal health and safety responsibilities and how they relate to the Internal Responsibility System (IRS). It will discuss relevant pieces of legislation and the importance of ensuring companies remain compliant. In addition, on how employers and supervisors can demonstrate due diligence in the workplace. 

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Safety Connection: Roadmap to Mental Harm Prevention

Join us for this webinar as we review the Mental Harm Prevention Roadmap, developed to help support organizations in creating and implementing a psychological health and safety strategy at work. Improving and maintaining the positive mental health of employees is an essential part of a healthy & safe workplace, which all lead to healthier employees and increased productivity.

The Roadmap compliments the CSA Z1003 National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace and serves as a framework to guide employers in putting programs and policies in place using an evidence-based Plan-Do-Check-Act approach. Get started on making your workplace more psychologically safe today!

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Safety Connection: From Risk to Respect: Workplace Violence Prevention for Retail Storefronts (Pt.1)

In today’s evolving workplace, ensuring a safe, respectful, and legally compliant environment is more important than ever. This webinar will provide essential guidance on workplace violence and harassment compliance, helping leaders understand their responsibilities, legal obligations, and best practices for prevention and response. Attendees will gain insights into recognizing risks, implementing effective policies, and fostering a culture of accountability and respect.

This webinar is part of a three-part series.

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Safety Connection: Workplace Violence Risk Assessment: Identifying Threats, Preventing Harm (Pt. 2)

Workplace violence poses a serious risk to employee safety and organizational well-being, making a thorough risk assessment essential. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of workplace violence risk assessment requirements, outlining the legal and regulatory frameworks that mandate proactive evaluation. Participants will learn how to identify potential threats and implement effective strategies. We will explore the step-by-step process of conducting a workplace violence risk assessment ensuring compliance.

This webinar is part of a three-part series.

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Safety Connection: A Guide to Violence and Harassment Investigations (Pt. 3)

Retail stores face unique challenges in ensuring a safe and respectful work environment for employees. Workplace violence and harassment investigations are critical to maintaining compliance, protecting staff, and fostering a positive store culture. This webinar will walk retail professionals through the essential steps of conducting thorough investigations, from handling complaints to gathering evidence and ensuring fair resolutions. Participants will gain insights into legal requirements, industry-specific best practices, and strategies for balancing transparency with confidentiality. This session will equip retail managers, HR teams, and store leaders with the tools to address incidents effectively and uphold a safe and welcoming retail space.

This webinar is part of a three-part series.

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Safety Connection: Burning Questions - Managing Flammable & Combustible Liquids

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!

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Safety Connection: Ergonomics – Hiring and Onboarding Tips for Success!

Discover how to build a healthier, more productive workplace from day one. This engaging presentation dives into the fundamentals of ergonomics—what it is, why it matters, and how it directly impacts employee well-being and performance.

Whether you're a hiring manager, HR professional, or team leader, you'll gain practical tips and strategies to integrate ergonomic principles into your hiring and onboarding processes. We’ll cover:

  • The science and benefits of ergonomics in the workplace
  • Best practices for setting up new hires for comfort and success
  • Tools and checklists to ensure a smooth, safe onboarding experience

Join us and learn how small ergonomic changes can lead to big results—for your people and your organization.

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Safety Connection: Material Handling in Industrial Workplaces - MLITSD Campaign

Safety Connection: Material Handling in Industrial Workplaces - MLITSD Campaign

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) is conducting a Material Handling campaign in the industrial sector from April 1st, 2025, to March 31st, 2026. This webinar, provided by Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS), will provide an update on the campaign including valuable information on what inspectors are observing in workplaces and order written to ensure you are in compliance. We will also share valuable tips and resources on how WSPS can support you during this campaign.

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Safety Connection: WHMIS Basics for Auto Service Repair and Recycling

This 45-minute session, WHMIS Basics for the Automobile Service, Repair, and Recycling industries, covers key knowledge for employers, supervisors, and workers—ensuring proper training, safe chemical handling, and effective storage practices. 

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Safety Connection: Health and Safety Awareness for Veterinary Clinics in Ontario

WSPS, in partnership with the MLITSD presents an informative session tailored for veterinary clinics in Ontario, providing a foundational understanding of the province’s occupational health and safety system. Participants will gain insight into workplace safety regulations and key compliance requirements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations.

Additionally, the session will provide essential education on health and safety best practices specific to veterinary workplaces, including strategies for injury prevention, ergonomics, chemical safety, and infection control. Special emphasis will be placed on radiation safety, covering regulatory standards for installation of X-ray imaging systems, the application process, proper equipment use, exposure limits, and protective measures to ensure a safe working environment.

By the end of this session, veterinary professionals will be better equipped to foster a culture of safety in their clinics, reduce risks, and maintain compliance with Ontario’s health and safety regulations.

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Safety Connection: What's the difference between training and awareness?

Join us for an engaging session that breaks down the critical difference between awareness and training in workplace health and safety. Awareness is about informing workers—letting employees know a hazard exists. Training, however, ensures employees understand the risk, can apply controls it in real-world situations, and are supervised to do so safely. We will explore how proper training goes beyond information to build competence and confidence. This session is essential for employers, supervisors, and safety reps who want to meet OHSA requirements and truly protect their teams.

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Safety Connection: Navigating the OHS Act and Regulations

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!

Things You'll Learn:

  • Time Savers: How to find information in the OHS Act and Regulations, based on how it’s structured
  • Better Understanding: What certain words/terms mean and how this affects what’s required 
  • Frequent Flyers: Where key pieces of legislation can be found that you may routinely access
  • Flexible Access: Strategies for navigating both the printed “Green Book”, as well as e-laws.
  • Compliance Tracking: Strategies to stay on top of changes to legislation

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. 

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Safety Connection: Preparing for MLITSD Occupational Hygiene Campaigns 2025-26

This online event will outline:

  • MLITSD Occupational Hygiene Campaigns 2025-26
  • Employer Responsibilities
  • Potential MLITSD orders and how to comply
  • Resources to help you prepare
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