| Biological Hazards | |
| This program introduces participants to the specific characteristics of biological hazards and the circumstances where worker exposure can occur. A wide range of health risks is discussed including hepatitis and respiratory disorders. Participants will be introduced to many different pieces of legislation relevant to biological hazards in the workplace along with various hazard assessment tools. The program also focuses on the various control measures and strategies joint committee members and others in the workplace can use to help ensure maximum protection for workers. VIDEO: Biohazards - Alive and Growing [11 minutes] | |
| Infectious Diseases | |
| Participants will examine the various types of infectious diseases as well as their routes of transmission. Practical means of recognizing and assessing potential hazardous exposures are reviewed. Participants review practical examples of controlling exposure to the microorganisms responsible for the development of infectious diseases such as isolation precautions and proper cleaning and maintenance. Relevant legislation, including WHMIS and the Regulation for Health Care and Residential Facilities are also discussed. VIDEO: Deadly Invaders [10 minutes] | |
| Anaesthetic Gases | |
| This program alerts participants to the risks associated with exposure to anaesthetic gases in the workplace. Participants will learn about the properties of these gases, where they are used, and the conditions under which workers can be exposed. They will explore relevant legislation including the Regulation for Health Care and Residential Facilities. Finally, they will learn about tools for assessing exposure risks and what control methods can be used to eliminate or control worker exposure. | |
| Ergonomics: Injuries, Risk Factors and Design Principles CHS | |
| This program helps participants to better understand how work can damage the musculoskeletal system and why. Equally important, participants will discuss how work and the work environment can be designed or redesigned to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) the most common classification of occupational injury suffered by workers today. Participants will discuss the muscles, tendons and other parts of the musculoskeletal system and how they are used to perform both dynamic (i.e. lifting and carrying) and static (i.e. sitting) work. They will then explore how this work can translate into fatigue, pain and other tell-tale symptoms and signs of more chronic and debilitating MSDs to come. Examples of MSDs ranging from back injuries to tendonitis are identified. Risk factors responsible for the development of MSDs are identified including repetition, force and posture required to perform work. Interactive discussions will also focus on design issues related to workstations, equipment, tools and manual material handling. Work organization issues such as hours of work and inadequate rest breaks are also discussed. Participants will then explore examples of workplace solutions and strategies needed to end the MSD epidemic. They will discuss the principle of designing work to fit the needs of workers and the field of study commonly referred to as ergonomics. Relevant legislation is reviewed and additional resources are identified including the MSD prevention series developed by the Ontario Health and Safety Council of Ontario (OHSCO). The program is concluded by highlighting the need for active involvement of all workplace parties when applying ergonomic principles to the workplace. VIDEO: MIPP (Solutions By Design And Invisible Risks) ** A similar training program is available in French. | |
| Workplace Violence CHS | |
| Participants explore all aspects of workplace violence including verbal and physical abuse and harassment. Specific circumstances where workers may be at risk will be reviewed including working alone. The potential emotional and physical effects of violence will be identified along with the importance of providing assistance and support to victims. Relevant legislation is reviewed including the employers general duty to protect workers from violence and other workplace hazards along with the Ministry of Labours voluntary Workplace Violence Prevention Strategy. Participants will also explore the components of an effective workplace violence prevention program. VIDEO: The Unspoken Hazard [11 minutes] * French program available. NOTE: Participants from federally regulated workplaces will review employer legal obligations to take steps to prevent workplace violence (Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Part XX, Violence Prevention in the Workplace). | |
| Electrical Hazards CHS | |
| Like any form of energy, electricity can be harmful for those exposed to uncontrolled sources. This program will help participants to recognize potential sources of harmful exposure and the health effects caused by electrical shock and other associated hazards. Relevant legislation, codes and standards are identified along with the components of an effective action plan that will help to eliminate exposure to electricity and other related hazards. VIDEO: A Shocking Hazard - Working With Electricity [11 minutes] * French program available. | |
| Fire and Explosion | |
| This program introduces participants to the conditions required for fire along with pressure and chemical explosions. Potential health risks are explored and relevant legislation is reviewed. Important to the participant will be the discussion on identifying and assessing fire and explosion hazards and a focus on specific efforts they can introduce in their workplaces geared towards controlling the potential for fire and explosion. They will also look at the steps necessary when responding to fires and explosions. VIDEO: Fire and Explosion [14 minutes] | |
| Walking and Working Surfaces CHS | |
| This program explores the many reasons why we slip, trip and fall while working and speaks to the various resulting injuries and potentially fatal consequences. Poor housekeeping and maintenance and a lack of training are just a few of the potential causal factors discussed. Relevant legislation is reviewed including sections of the Regulation for Industrial Establishments and the Ontario Building Code. Effective housekeeping and the use of slip-resistant floor coating are included in the discussion outlining practical methods of eliminating or controlling exposure to hazardous walking and working surfaces. VIDEO: Walking and Working Surfaces [15 minutes] * French program available. | |