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JOINT HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEE CERTIFICATION TRAINING
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Wilkens Health and Safety Solutions (WHSS) is the only Ministry of Labour (MOL) approved Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification training provider located in Kingston.
As most workplaces with twenty (20) or more workers must have a JHSC established, we regularly hold training sessions. At least one (1) worker and one (1) management representative of this committee must be certified by completing the prescribed training standards set by the MOL.
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Part One
Basic Certification Training
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Part One B
asic Certification training
provides an overall knowledge of the Health and Safety Legislation that applies to most workplaces.
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Visit our website to register for the Basic Training Course.
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Employer Sentenced to One Day in Jail for Unpaid Wages
August 15, 2016
NEWMARKET, Ont. (CP) - A man who runs an Ontario embroidery business has been ordered to serve one day in jail after failing to pay employees more than $30,000.
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Kinark Child and Family Services Fined $125,000 After Workplace Violence Incident
August 16, 2016
BURLINGTON, Ontario - Kinark Child and Family Services, an agency providing children's mental health services and support for children and youth in Halton Region and elsewhere in central Ontario, has been fined $125,000 following a workplace violence incident where a staff member was physically assaulted by a youth.
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Change to the Definition of Harassment
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For employers, important changes will stem from Bill 132's amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The changes include modifying the current definition of "workplace harassment" and imposing additional obligations on employers concerning their workplace harassment policies, programs and investigations.
Contact us
for more information on how you must be in compliance.
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As of October 1, 2016 general minimum wage is increasing to $11.40 per hour. Student minimum wage and liquor servers minimum wage will also increase.
For more information see the MOL website.
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Employment Standards Training
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This four (4) hour session leaves participants well versed on how to create and maintain a compliant workplace.
Upcoming courses include:
September 13,
October 18 and
November 15, 2016
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Mandatory Posting Requirements for both H&S and ESA
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Is Your Health and Safety Board Complete?
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Most workplaces must display the following posters and information:
Find the full MOL details here.
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Interested in Joining a WSIB Safety Groups Program?
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Improve Your Workplace Health & Safety Program
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The WSIB Safety Groups program is a great resource to help  organizations establish a comprehensive health and safety program. The WSIB Safety Groups program provides structure and results, giving you the knowledge and tools to implement occupational health and safety measures. The program is a performance-based rebate program developed by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).
Applications
for the 2017 WSIB Safety Groups program can be submitted as of October 1, 2016.
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Ministry of Labour Blitzes
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Upcoming Provincial/Eastern Ontario Blitzes
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Sector |
Focus |
Program |
| Aug. 1, - Sept. 30, 2016 |
Construction |
Mobile Cranes and Material Hoisting
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Health & Safety
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| Sept. 1 - Oct. 31, 2016 |
Repeat Violators / Zero Tolerance
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Professional Services, Services to Buildings and Dwellings, Other Amusement and Recreation Industries, Personal Care Services and other sectors with repeat violators
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Employment Standards
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Sept. 19 - Oct. 31, 2016
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Chemical Handling
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ndustrial
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Health & Safety |
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Register Your Employees Today
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Date |
Time |
| ESA Training |
September 13, 2016 |
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Working at Heights |
September 15, 2016
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8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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JHSC Certification Part One
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September 28 - 30, 2016 |
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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| ESA Training |
October 18, 2016 |
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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JHSC Certification Part One
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November 7 - 9, 2016 |
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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| ESA Training |
November 15, 2016 |
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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JHSC Certification Part One
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November 30 - December 2, 2016 |
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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