Small Biz Safety

#28 – Responding to wildfires, staffing shortages and violence in the workplace: expert tips for your business


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Wildfires, staffing shortages, and violence in the workplace are issues many businesses have been faced with lately. We welcome Alexandra from Camping in Ontario to share insights on how campgrounds across the province have tackled these hazards. Hear tips to keep your workplace safe that apply to any industry. Plus, learn about the new naloxone legislation now in effect.

Note: This episode was recorded on June 7, 2023. All information presented was in effect at that time.

Show Notes

Naloxone

  • Naloxone kits and addictions in the workplace: balancing privacy with responsibility
  • Safety in 60 Seconds – safety tip videos on naloxone in the workplace
  • New Naloxone Requirements: Your Top Questions Answered
  • Small Biz Safety Podcast Episode 24: NEW Naloxone requirements: will they impact your business?
  • Sample Workplace Impairment Policy
  • Reporting Suspected Impairment Checklist
  • Naloxone Awareness - Free eCourse (30 minutes) - This eCourse will teach you how to recognize an opioid overdose, administer naloxone, and acquaint workers with any hazards related to the administration of naloxone. The training includes a discussion on opioid-related deaths, overdose, and addiction.

Wildfires

  • Wildfire Smoke in Canada: Understand the health risks to ensure workplace safety with a Q&A

Staffing Shortages

  • New survey shows safety is critical in attracting and retaining top talent
  • Feeling the labour market pinch? 6 tips to retain staff
  • Create a healthy workplace by building a mental harm prevention roadmap
  • Employee Well Being Resource Stream
  • How to Recognize and Cope with Burnout

Violence in the Workplace

  • Quick Safety Tip videos – Violence and Harassment
  • 5 de-escalation tips when responding to agitated customers
  • Workplace Violence and Harassment Toolbox
  • Workplace Harassment Policy Checklist
  • Workplace Harassment Investigations in Small Businesses: Tips for Employers
  • Reporting Workplace Violence and Harassment Procedures Checklist

New and Young Workers

  • 4 tips to protect young workers — and your business — this summer
  • New and Young Worker Resource Stream - Browse through our extensive collection of videos, articles, downloads and other resources to learn how to keep your most vulnerable workers safe.
  • Quick Safety Tip videos - New and Young Workers
  • Checklist - New Worker Orientation Guide

Camping in Ontario

  • Camping in Ontario

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