RETURN OF THE SAFETY AWARDS

Nominations Open Now

Each year, we celebrate the member companies and individuals doing excellent work to promote safety in construction and build positive safety culture in Saskatchewan.

Nominations are open until September 6 for awards in three categories: Corporate Leadership in Safety, Safety Leader and Safety Practitioner. You can self-nominate, recognize a coworker or your company.

We sat down with 2023 winners Ram Steel, Dustin Brears and Kevin Lavoie last fall to find out what the award meant for them, how they reinforce safety culture with their teams and why an ongoing commitment to safety is so important in their work.

Get the training you need to finish work safely, then put your feet up and enjoy summer to the fullest.

Learn online, anywhere in the province with internet, or join us in person.

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July 4 Effective Claims Management

July 8 Safety Management

July 11 Aerial Work Platform Safety Awareness

July 16 Ground Disturbance for Construction

July 16 WHMIS 2015 Train the Trainer

July 16 & 17th Leadership for Safety Excellence

July 18 Fall Protection & Prevention

July 18 WHMIS 2015 Train the Trainer

July 22 Confined Space Monitoring & Entry

July 22 & 23 Basic Training Techniques

July 26 Safety Administration

July 30 Contractor Training

July 30 Fall Protection & Prevention

July 31 Occupational Health Committee Lvl 1

Saskatoon

July 9 General Scaffold Safety Training

July 25 Fall Protection & Prevention

Regina

July 11 Occupational Health Committee Lvl 1

July 17 General Scaffold Safety Training

July 24 Safety Auditor Fundamentals

July 30 & 31 Leadership for Safety Excellence

EXTREME WEATHER

Tips from the Tornado Hunter

Greg Johnson spoke at our AGM earlier this year to provide a memorable take on safety. Dedicated to storm photography for the last 15 years, he has seen over 200 tornadoes and never takes safety lightly. He also works closely with news outlets and emergency responders to ensure others stay safe when storms hit.

Acknowledging that "construction season is tornado season," he shared keys to returning home safely, no matter the job:

1. Prioritize safety because it’s the right thing to do – not just because it’s legislated.
2. Training and education – daily safety briefings, a well-developed safety program, hazard assessments, proper equipment, vehicle safety and situational awareness are vital. 
3. Know your risks – summer storms, high winds, rain, hail and other extreme weather can rapidly change working conditions. Watch weather alerts and radar to stay aware. 
4. Have an emergency plan, review it and practice the implementation so everyone knows what to do on a moment’s notice.
5. Build positive culture where it’s the expectation that everyone goes home safely.

Check out resources from CCOHS for working in extreme conditions or our Tool Box Talks below.

ADVISORS ON TOUR

Prince Albert and North July 15-18

A team of advisors will be hitting the road to visit members in Prince Albert and the Northern region in mid-July.

July 15 – Prince Albert (morning)

July 15 – Narrow Hills Provincial Park (afternoon)

July 16 – Candle Lake

July 17 – La Ronge

July 18 – La Ronge (until noon)

Want to see our safety demonstrations, have a visit or get help with your safety questions? Get in touch with an advisor and make sure to catch this knowledgeable team near you.

Learn more about How Advisors Can Help You

PRINCE ALBERT SAFETY MORNING

Join us for a morning event with safety demonstrations, coffee & snacks. Plus visit with SCSA advisors & fellow members from the PA area. Brought to you in partnership with the PA Construction Association and Sask WCB. See you there July 15, 8 a.m. at the Northern Lights Casino parking lot.

TOOL BOX TALKS

For wacky weather, swarms of bugs, hot hot heat and other seasonal concerns, remind your crew how to deal with Summer Weather Hazards, Bugs, Emergency Preparedness, and Working in Hot Weather.

ON DEMAND TRAINING

Take the popular Leadership for Safety Excellence at your own pace, brush up on Back Care & Safety developed in partnership with WorkSafe Sask and the Chiropractors' Association, or learn more about construction safety essentials, mental health and supervisory skills.

SAFETY CULTURE

Almost 800 Saskatchewan construction companies have participated in our Safety Culture Survey. See industry results posted here, view your company results in SCSA Analytics. Contact an advisor for help interpreting how to predict and prevent injuries based on your results.

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