By Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.
In this episode, we are joined by Alicia Woods, CEO of Covergalls, a company whose mission is to transform workwear for women around the world by providing safe, and inclusive workwear designed with a woman’s body in mind. She shares her inspiring story and offers tips for small businesses on prioritizing the health and safety of all workers when choosing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Note: This episode was recorded on July 31, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
Poor design and fit of PPE put women workers at greater risk, says new CSA study
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Do you know the First Aid requirements for Ontario businesses? Test your knowledge as our hosts Pam Patry and Shawn Chadwick answer common questions about First Aid (2:30). Plus, learn some steps you can take to reduce the potential for theft, violence and harassment as grocery and convenience stores are gearing up to sell alcohol (1:00).
Note: This episode was recorded on August 6, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
In the News
Hazard Assessments
First Aid
Naloxone
Small Biz Safety Podcast – Episode 36
#36 – Keeping young people safe at work: Tips for your business
Hear practical tips on keeping young workers safe from three unique perspectives - an OHS professional, a parent and a young worker (2:22). Plus, learn about a new program providing upskilling programs for workers and connecting job seekers with employment. (1:00) Then, get tips on staying safe in the heat this summer (24:45).
Note: This episode was recorded on June 25, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
News Release - Ontario Providing More Than $6 Million to Train Over 1,000 Carpenters - Investment through provincial Skills Development Fund will help connect workers with good-paying, high-demand jobs. (Ontario.ca)
WSIB Safety Check - Check the safety record of businesses across Ontario and compare their health and safety results of similar businesses. Also, find out if a business has joined our Health and Safety Excellence program. (WSIB)
First Job, Safe Job: Helping parents keep kids safe at work - A blog offering parents and caregivers information, resources and advice to help them prepare the young workers in their lives for a safe and positive work experience. (WSPS)
15 tips for getting safety messages across to young workers this summer - Stats show that young workers are more likely to get injured or killed at work compared to their more experienced coworkers. Here are 15 things to consider when training young workers this summer. (WSPS.CA)
Quick Safety Tips: New and Young Workers - Watch this series for tips to effectively train new and young workers and keep them safe at work. (WSPS.CA)
4 tips to protect young workers — and your business - Set up your newly hired young workers – and your business – for success with these training tips. (WSPS.CA)
Heat Stress Resources – Access articles, videos, guides and more to keep your workers safe in the heat. (WSPS.CA)
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Like Canada, your small business is diverse. Your employees may include new Canadians, temporary foreign workers, or others with English as their second language. Learn tips to overcome language and cultural barriers and about new multilingual resources that will help your workers understand common hazards. Plus, hear about potential changes to the OHSA and how they will impact small businesses (:51 seconds). Guest is Bill Hong Chen, Small Business Account Representative, WSPS.
Note: This episode was recorded on May 22, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time.
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Hear about two powerful resources you can use to make your small business safer. Get updated on a new online safety handbook that can be customized for your business, and short videos so you will better understand legal obligations. Plus, learn about a new blog that can help parents keep their teens safe at work.
Note: This episode was recorded on April 17, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
· Health & Safety Orientation Handbook Generator
· Small Biz Bytes short video series
· First Job, Safe Job – blog to help parents keep their teens safe at work
· Free resources simplify health and safety for small businesses (article)
· Spring safety: Be prepared for these 5 seasonal hazards
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What is rack safety and what should your business do to get started? Get answers and practical tips to keep your workers and your operations protected. Guests are Marc and Charles from Damotech. Plus, get tips on winter hazards for work and home.
Note: This episode was recorded on January 24, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
Damotech
NEW resources to help control racking hazards
Other resources
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With rising inflation, businesses both big and small are struggling with an increase in theft and retail crime. Is your business prepared? We share training tips so your workers know how to respond to suspicious activity and theft. Then, get reminders on personal security as we approach the holiday season.
Note: This episode was recorded on November 1, 2023. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
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Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Customer Care online or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).
Have questions about this podcast or show ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Contact [email protected].
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How can moving towards a healthy workplace culture improve your small business? Learn simple steps you can take to retain great people and boost productivity. Then, hear about three free tools that simplify health and safety - and save you time! Guest is Kelly Hultink, WSPS Consultant, Workplace Mental Health.
Note: This episode was recorded on October 11, 2023. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
Healthy Workplaces: Positive Workplace Culture
Free tools and checklists to save you time with health and safety
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Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Customer Care online or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).
Have questions about this podcast or show ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Contact [email protected].
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As the cooler weather approaches, we have your autumn safety checklist for work and home. Plus, learn about new licensing requirements for temporary help agencies in Ontario.
Note: This episode was recorded on September 14, 2023. All information presented was in effect at that time.
SHOW NOTES
Temporary Help Agencies
New temporary help agency licensing requirements are coming: How will this impact your business?
Licensing for temporary help agencies and recruiters – Ontario.ca
Autumn Safety Checklist
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Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Customer Care online or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).
Have questions about this podcast or show ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Contact [email protected].
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Wildfires are expected to continue for the rest of the summer and to increase in intensity, severity, size and duration in future. Learn how you can use the Air Quality Index and protect employees from the impact of wildfire smoke. Guest is WSPS Occupational Hygienist, Gord Pajuluoma.
Note: This episode was recorded on July 19, 2023. All information presented was in effect at that time.
Show Notes
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· Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
· Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Customer Care online or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).
· Have questions about this podcast or show ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Contact [email protected].
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The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.