I just started my career in HSE and my nebosh diploma and it was so nice to listen to the podcast .  Thanks 

Learn how businesses with 6-19 employees can access free training for their health and safety representative (HSR) with a reimbursement from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skill Development (2:15). Also, get the latest from the Public Health Agency of Canada on what activities are recommended for fully vaccinated Canadians (4:21). You’ll also hear tips on chemical safety and get 5 questions you should ask about every chemical in your business (9:49). Then, hear how your business’ HSR/JHSC can assist with building inspections and maintenance in the context of the recent condo collapse in Florida. (23:12). 
Note: This episode was recorded on July 13, 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
•	Reopening Ontario: https://www.ontario.ca/page/reopening-ontario 
•	Backgrounder: Roadmap to Reopen: https://news.ontario.ca/en/backgrounder/1000159/roadmap-to-reopen
•	WSIB Small Business Health & Safety Leadership Awards: https://www.wsib.ca/en/small-business-health-and-safety-leadership-awards
In the News:  Small Business Health & Safety Training program / Fully Vaccinated Recommendations 
Small Business Health & Safety Training Program
•	Ontario Keeping Workers Safe As Province Reopens - Free health and safety training now available for small businesses: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1000526/ontario-keeping-workers-safe-as-province-reopens
•	Ontario.ca - Health and safety for small businesses: https://www.ontario.ca/page/health-and-safety-small-businesses
Vaccination Resources
•	What being vaccinated against COVID-19 means for me - Canada.ca - https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/awareness-resources/vaccinated-against-covid-19-public-health-measures.html 
•	Using masks in the workplace - https://www.ontario.ca/page/using-masks-workplace
•	Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for COVID-19 Prevention -  Public Health Ontario - https://www.publichealthontario.ca/en/diseases-and-conditions/infectious-diseases/respiratory-diseases/novel-coronavirus/ppe
•	IPAC Recommendations for Use of PPE for Care of Individuals - Public Health Ontario - https://www.publichealthontario.ca/-/media/documents/ncov/updated-ipac-measures-covid-19.pdf?la=en

Chemical Management – it’s more than just WHMIS
•	COVID-19 and WHMIS: 7 Disinfectant Do's and Don'ts - https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Articles/COVID-19-and-WHMIS-7-Disinfectant-Do-s-and-Don-ts.aspx
•	How to engage your employees in chemical exposure prevention - https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Articles/Engage-your-employees-in-chemical-exposure-prevent.aspx
•	Hazardous Materials resources - https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Topics/Hazardous-Materials.aspx
•	Chemical Handling resources - https://www.wsps.ca/Information-Resources/Chemical-Handling.aspx
•	Workbook for Designated Substance Assessments - https://www.wsps.ca/WSPS/media/Site/Resources/Downloads/WrkbkDesigSubst_Final.pdf 
• Animated video - Napo in... danger: chemicals! napofilm.net -https://www.napofilm.net/en/napos-films/napo-danger-chemicals
• Chemicals | Topics and Publications | Ministry of Labour -https://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/pubs/index.php#chemical
The Last Word: Building inspections
• Ontario eLaws (refer to 25(2)(n)) - https://www.ontario.ca/Laws 
• Report of the Elliot Lake Commission of Inquiry – Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General - https://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/inquiries/elliotlake/report/ES/ELI_ES_E.pdf

Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
• Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre: https://www.wsps.ca/Small-Business-Centre/Home.aspx
• Have 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

#9 – Free Health and Safety Training for Your HSR

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
 

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https://twitter.com/WSPS_NEWS

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

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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.

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