The Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act requires that all workplaces with more than 20 employees have certified Health and Safety Committee Members; representing the workers and management. This course is the first step in being “Certified” by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

This approved course is required for all workplaces of 20 or more employees. It is a necessary component for Joint Health & Safety Committee members and brings the internal responsibility system into practice. Relevant to any medium or large workplace, this course contains the most current legislation.  Delivered over 3 days, this program gives participants a full understanding of occupational health and safety legislation, including the rights and responsibilities of workplace parties and certified representatives on joint health and safety committees in particular.

Course Delivery:

This course is entirely on Zoom so you can take the course from the comfort of your home. Our team will be on standby for any technical support needed to provide a seamless training experience. 

Course content includes:

• How to read and understand the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its related regulations
• Joint Health and Safety Committees and what they are required to do
• Understanding the Internal Responsibility System (IRS)
• Understanding the requirements of workplace health & safety policies and programs
• Learning how to identify, assess, control, or better yet eliminate workplace hazards

This course includes:

• Certification Manuals
• Certificate of Accomplishment
• Records of Training and Attendance Report

Who Should Attend:

• JHSC Members and Health and Safety Reps
• Employers, Managers
• Supervisors