There are new naloxone requirements for Ontario workplaces – do you need to comply? Find out when the new legislation comes into effect and how it could impact your business (0:53). Then, hear how an easy-to-use tool and short video can make hazard assessments simpler (5:40). 

Note: This episode was recorded on January 24, 2022. All information presented was in effect at that time. 

SHOW NOTES
Naloxone and the Workplace
•	New naloxone requirements: do you need to comply? Your top questions answered - https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/articles/new-naloxone-requirements-do-you-need-to-comply-your-top-questions-answered -  The answer depends on whether your workers are at risk of overdose. But how do you determine that? The process just got a little clearer, says WSPS Consultant Pam Patry.
•	News Release: Ontario Providing Free Naloxone Kits in Workplaces - https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1002593/ontario-providing-free-naloxone-kits-in-workplaces - Life-saving kits required to be on hand in at-risk workplaces by June 1, 2023

New Free Hazard Assessment Tool
•	Free Hazard Assessment Tool - https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/checklists/hazard-assessment-template -  Download this template and use it to control hazards and reduce injuries and illnesses in all types of workplaces, industry sectors and work tasks. 
•	Short Explainer Video – How to use the Hazard Assessment Tool – https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/health-and-safety-tips-videos/how-to-identify-and-assess-your-hazards-using-the-wsps-hazard-assessment-tool -  This short explainer video will walk you through the process of using the free hazard assessment tool in just over 2 minutes.
•	Perform a hazard assessment to make your business safer: a step-by-step guide - https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/articles/perform-a-hazard-assessment-to-make-your-business-safer-a-step-by-step-guide - When your employees arrive at work, are they aware of the hazards around them? Find out how to assess and control hazards in your business to keep workers safe. 

Pedestrian Safety
•	8 winter safety tips for pedestrians - https://health.sunnybrook.ca/prevent-injury/winter-safety-elderly-pedestrians/
•	Top 3 winter hazards: how to keep employees safe - https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/articles/top-3-winter-hazards-how-to-keep-employees-safe

Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
·	Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre: https://www.wsps.ca/Small-Business-Centre/Home.aspx
·	Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Duty Consultant by email dutyconsultant@wsps.ca or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).
·	Have questions about this podcast or show ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Contact smallbizsafety@wsps.ca 
 
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#24 – NEW Naloxone requirements: will they impact your business?

There are COVID-19 variants lurking – what do they mean for you, your business and the masks you use? Safety experts Kirsi Henry and Jack Minacs get the scoop from WSPS’ “mask guru” Wagish Yajaman.

Note: This episode was recorded on February 9, 2021. All information presented was in effect at that time. Please check with your local Public Health unit to confirm up-to-date prevention measures that are in place in your area. 

RESOURCES 

Intro
WSPS Article: 5 steps to keep up with evolving COVID-19 requirements
https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Articles/5-steps-to-keep-up-with-evolving-COVID-19-requirem.aspx  

Ontario Small Business Support Grant
https://www.app.grants.gov.on.ca/msrf/#/

Ontario support grant to small businesses to assist with the costs of PPE.
https://www.ontario.ca/page/businesses-get-help-covid-19-costs#section-1 

IN THE NEWS: Masks: the Next Frontier

WSPS article on current mask recommendations
https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Articles/6-ways-to-meet-COVID-variants-head-on.aspx

WSPS article on how to safely use, handle and dispose of face coverings
https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Articles/how-to-safely-use-face-coverings.aspx 

WSPS Fact Sheet: Filtering Face Pieces, Masks and Fabric Face coverings
https://d1ow5xpphy0w2p.cloudfront.net/common/Masks-Face-Coverings-Featr-Sht-LR-Final.pdf 

WSPS Poster: Using the Hierarchy of Controls to fight COVID-19
https://d1ow5xpphy0w2p.cloudfront.net/common/covid19-hierarchy-of-controls-poster.pdf 

Ontario.ca: Using Masks in the Workplace
https://www.ontario.ca/page/using-masks-workplace 

New York Times animation on how masks work
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/10/30/science/wear-mask-covid-particles-ul.html

Toronto Star article: One mask or two? As other countries explore new options, Canada sticks to its COVID-19 advice
https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2021/01/28/one-mask-or-two-as-other-countries-explore-new-options-canada-sticks-to-its-covid-19-advice.html 

Washington Post opinion article on premium masks
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/01/26/n95-masks-safest-next-best-options/

Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
https://www.wsps.ca/Small-Business-Centre/Home.aspx

Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Duty Consultant by email dutyconsultant@wsps.ca or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).

Have questions about this podcast or show ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Contact:  smallbizsafety@wsps.ca
 

Follow WSPS on social media

Twitter
https://twitter.com/WSPS_NEWS

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/wsps.news 

LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/workplace-safety-&-prevention-services

YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/user/WSPSpromo


Download the free WSPS COVID at Work App 
This new app gives workers access to helpful health and safety information and resources on the go. Download from:

The App Store 
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/prevent-covid-at-work/id1531461767 

Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apps.wsps

#4 - Masks: the Next Frontier

Run a small business? Let our safety experts walk you through simple steps to make your workplace safer and your business better.

Brought to you by Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) in Ontario, Canada.

#24 – NEW Naloxone requirements: will they impact your business?

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