This introductory or ‘fundamentals’ Occupational Health and Safety course will introduce new committee members to the basic principles of workplace health and safety. This course also serves as a great ‘Back to Basics’ course for those OH&S Committee members who desire refresher training.
In this course participants will:
Learn the legal responsibilities, duties and functions of the Joint OH&S Committee and Worker Representatives
Learn about health and safety legislation, workplace parties’ rights & responsibilities including the Right to Refuse unsafe work
Indicate key elements of having an effective committee and the process of evaluation.
Identify the legal requirements of workplace Inspections and Investigations
Understand how to conduct effective workplace inspections
Learn about principles of workplace assessment and control strategies.
Note:
This course meets the (Provincial) mandatory minimum training requirements for new joint committee members.
Audience:
OH&S Committee Members, Managers and Worker Representatives.
