#19 – How can engaging young workers make your business better? Get training tips!
Release Date: 06/23/2022
#41 – Navigating fatigue and stress in difficult times
Small Biz Safety
These days, many of us are feeling tired and stressed. In this episode, we’ll discuss what causes fatigue, how it affects workplace safety, and how to handle it. You’ll also get tips to manage stress, plus learn how safety can save you time and money, with free resources to help. Note: This episode was recorded on March 17, 2025. All information presented was in effect at that time. Show Notes In the News: Save money and time with safety You’re no doubt looking for ways to save time and cut costs at this critical time. If you're a WSIB-registered business in the agriculture,...
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#40 - Respond to crime and violence in your retail business
Small Biz Safety
Ontario retail businesses are struggling to cope with a sharp rise in crime, violence and harassment. Hear tips on how you can protect your workplace and team with a new comprehensive guide on retail safety. Plus, learn what changes the Working for Workers Five Act makes to the OHSA and is now law and how it may impact your business. Note: This episode was recorded December 9, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time. Show Notes In the News: Working for Workers Five Act Retail Safety & Security Guide Check out the on the Retail Council of Canada’s...
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#39 – Fall has arrived: Safety tips for the busy season
Small Biz Safety
The busy fall season has arrived and so have seasonal challenges. Cooler weather can bring worker fatigue, respiratory illnesses, seasonal depression, and more. Learn how to protect yourself and your team (1:55). Plus, a reminder about temporary help agencies and recruiters licensing in Ontario (:43). Note: This episode was recorded on October 8, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time. Show Notes In the News Prepping for the busy season Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services Looking for Small Biz safety resources and more...
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#38 – Empowering PPE: Covergalls’ Alicia Woods shares tips for small business on providing safe PPE for all genders
Small Biz Safety
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 - Transforming workwear for women around the world by providing safe, and...
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#37 – First Aid fundamentals for your small business
Small Biz Safety
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 (WSPS.CA) First Aid Reg. 1101: , Naloxone
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#36 – Keeping young people safe at work: Tips for your business
Small Biz Safety
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 - Investment through...
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#35 - Breaking language and cultural barriers to keep workers safe
Small Biz Safety
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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#34 - Looking to simplify safety? Use these free game-changing tools for your small business
Small Biz Safety
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 · · · ...
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#33 – Workplace racking 101: What your small biz needs to know
Small Biz Safety
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 - Damotech helps companies keep their warehouses and employees safe by maintaining the integrity of their pallet racking systems. NEW resources to help control racking hazards Other resources Use...
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#32 - Retail theft is on the rise: is your small business prepared?
Small Biz Safety
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 (WSPS.CA) (WSPS.CA) (WSPS.CA) (CTV News) (CP24) Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services Looking for Small Biz resources and more...
info_outlineThe summer season means many young workers are beginning new jobs. But is your business taking the steps needed to ensure their safety? Learn about the importance of health and safety training for young workers and get tips to make sure it’s engaging and memorable (16:30). Also, we welcome Elisa Kilbourne, a volunteer from Threads of Life, who shares her heartbreaking story about losing her son during a preventable workplace incident (1:50).
Note: This episode was recorded June 16, 2022. 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
- Threads of Life - is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to supporting families after a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease. Our network of family members and corporate partners believes traumatic workplace injuries, occupational diseases and deaths are preventable.
Young Worker Resources
- Survey spotlights failure to provide young workers with safety programs and training - Almost half of the respondents said they don’t have safety programs for young workers. Strengthen your orientation and training with this 5-step plan.
- Small Business Job Aids – safety information on common hazards in the workplaces.
- Parents, supervisors and co-workers among greatest interpersonal influences in reducing young worker injuries - A national study examined for the first time who influences the safety behavior of young workers.
- What we can all do to keep young and new workers safe - By the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
- Orientation and General Training Information - Orientation and general training information including, who needs training, when and what it should cover.
- Ontario.ca - Health and safety training
- Video: Keep Young Workers Safe - This short, animated video pinpoints the most frequent hazards for young workers and what you can do to keep them safe.
- Safe for Work – aimed at young workers, the Safe for Work TikTok and Instagram channels promote young worker safety using short, fun videos.
Health & Safety Excellence Program (HSEP)
- Improve Safety. Double your Rebates. - The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) is offering financial incentives to small to medium-sized businesses with 1 – 99 full-time employees, who are enrolled in its Health & Safety Excellence program.
Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
- Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
- Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Duty Consultant by email [email protected] or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777).
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