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SuperIOraprIl 15 – 16, 2014Comfort SuiteS & ConferenCe Centre

229 Great northern road, Sault Ste. marie, ontario

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What’s your health & Safety r•O•I?

power up your Health & Safety r•O•Ire-enerGiZe • oPtimiZe • inSPire engaged employees are the seeds of your success. that makes it mission-critical to continuously re-energize your workforce while optimizing the return on your training budget. Inspiring your employees to power up your health and safety r•O•I is the best investment you can make to grow the life of your business.

Here are three ways that partners in prevention Superior 2014 will re-energize your staff:

� knowledge is power: Get up to speed on current legislative requirements, hot-button issues and what’s-coming-next topics.

� Strategies lead to Solutions: Leave with take-away tools and actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately to solve your most pressing issues.

� learning to the power of three: Each person’s learning is multiplied through peer-to-peer networking, knowledge sharing and exposure to new ideas, products and services.

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monday, aPril 14

pre-conference professional Development Workshop – Sault college (Computer Lab)

1:00 – 4:00 pm “preVentIng DeatH By pOWerpOInt”

the ConferenCe at a GlanCe: day onetueSday, aPril 15

7:00 – 7:45 am registration, Breakfast and trade Show

7:45 – 8:00 am Opening ceremonies

8:00 – 9:00 am Keynote Speaker: roB elliS President, My Safe WorkBuilding a new Momentum

9:15 – 10:15 am SerIeS 1

New to the JHSC? Tackling the Most Common Barriers to Success

Chronic Pain Self-Management

Are You Ready for GHS?

Practical Fall Prevention

E-Lab: Health and Safety E-Course

10:15 – 11:00 am exhibitor trade Show and networking

11:00 am – 12:00 pm SerIeS 2

Investigating Bullying and Harassment Complaints

Health and Safety Auditing Standards in Ontario

Sitting Disease: What It is and How to Prevent it!

Pre-Start Health & Safety Reviews: Understanding Section 7 of Industrial Regulation 851

12:00 – 12:30 pm lunch and networking

12:30 – 1:30 pm Keynote Speaker: anna BarSanti Youth Education Coordinator, Greater Sudbury Police Service It’s all about Me! communicating With youth and younger Workers

1:45 – 2:45 pm SerIeS 3

Do No Harm: Preventing Mental Injuries at Work

The Supervisor’s Daily Challenge

Mandatory Basic Occupational Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Supervisors

Distracted Driving: Understanding the Big Picture


2:45 – 3:15 pm networking Break, exhibits and Wellness area

3:15 – 4:15 pm SerIeS 4

But It Came That Way! Learn What You Need to Know About Machine Guarding

Best Practices in Return to Work

Leading the Way: Safety Climate as an Indicator of Organizational Culture and Business Outcomes

Cell Phones: Worker Policies, Programs and Business Cases


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the ConferenCe at a GlanCe: day tWo

WedneSday, aPril 167:30 – 8:00 am registration, Breakfast and trade Show

8:00 – 8:45 am Keynote Speaker: CurtiS WeBer Safety Spokesperson/TrainerOvercoming the Odds: a personal Story

9:00 – 10:00 am SerIeS 1

Next Generation JHSC’s: IRS Auditors

Industrial Heavy Equipment Seating and Whole Body Vibration: A Case Study

Adult ADHD at Work

Ladder Safety


10:00 – 10:45 am exhibitor trade Show and networking

10:45 – 11:45 am SerIeS 2

Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace

The Act… 35 Years Later!

Prevention of Occupational Cancers: Radiation Safety

Book 7: Manual and Traffic Control


12:00 – 12:30 pm lunch, networking and prize Draws

12:30 – 1:30 pm Keynote Speaker: Sylvia yaeGer Motivational Speaker and Comedian“respectfully, up yours: How to play nice at Work!”

1:45 – 2:45 pm SerIeS 3

MOL Update: Northern Region

Reducing MSD Risk Through Job Rotation and Task Variation

Making a Case for Workplace Wellness

Safety Practitioner to Safety Professional: The Value of CRSP


2:45 – 3:00 pm networking Break

3:00 – 4:00 pm SerIeS 4

MOL: The Road Ahead

Using Mobile Apps to Manage Electrical Compliance

E-cigarettes: The Explosion of Questions

Using Job Safety Plans to Manage High-Risk Work


What’S neW at SuPerior Partners in Prevention 2014

monday, aPril 14 1:00 – 4:00 pm

oPtionalPre-Conference Professional development Workshoplocation: Sault college – computer lab* Available to conference participants only:

Pre-registration required.

PreventinG “death By PoWerPoint”Susan Hunter Director of Communications Sault College and Corporate Trainer, Tenaris University

We have all seen the following scenario unfold: The presenter takes their place at the front of the room with the best of intentions. But within a couple of minutes, most attendees have already “zoned out” – checking their Blackberry messages, chatting with their neighbour, reading material unrelated to what is being covered, or thinking about what they need to make for dinner that night.

This scene is unfortunate in most cases. But when the messages being shared involve health and safety, such a response to a presentation is more than just an incon-venience. It can be critical. Not being able to get your messages across, in an insightful way that inspires others to take action, could be a matter of life and death.

In a world where we are inundated with information, knowledge and entertainment, coupled with being busier than ever and having shorter attention spans thanks to the internet, how can we interrupt all of that noise and distraction and get our messages really heard?

In this session, learn “tried and true” tips and techniques for enhancing presentations first-hand that you can apply immediately. Gain an overview of whether or not to use PowerPoint coupled with hands-on exercises for delivering presentations effectively. You will also benefit from a high level review of “Prezi”, a new software pro-gram for presentations. Interactive small group discus-sions with participants will also uncover best practices.

The session will be delivered by corporate trainer and communications coach Susan Hunter. She will teach you how to put the “punch” into your presentations to make them more interesting, memorable and engaging so that you will not be the one out there accused of an avoidable “Death by PowerPoint.”

Seating is limited to 30 participants. Don’t miss out - register early!

Each year we refresh the conference program to reflect new and emerging issues.

neW SeSSionS for 2014 inClude: � Investigating Bullying and Harassment Complaints

� Sitting Disease: What It Is and How to Prevent It!

� The Supervisor’s Daily Challenge

� Adult ADHD at Work

� Mandatory Health and Safety Training for Workers and Supervisors

� But It Came that Way! What You Need to Know About Machine Guarding

� Chronic Pain Self-Management

� Cell Phones: Worker Policies, Programs and Business Cases

� Ladder Safety

� Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace

� Book 7: Manual and Traffic Control

� Prevention of Occupational Cancers: Radiation Safety

� Using Job Safety Plans to Manage High-Risk Work

� E-Cigarettes: The Explosion of Questions

This conference has been approved for continuing professional development hours by the Human Resources Professionals Association. This event may be eligible for BCRSP CM points.

Refer to the BCRSP website at www.bcrsp.ca for CM criteria.

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BreaKfaSt Keynote 8:00 – 9:00 am

ROB ELLIS

President, My Safe Work

Building a new Momentum

Many North American organizations are confronted with the same problem: how to get off a plateau of producing just average safety results. Embracing change in a traditional workplace environment is difficult. How do we get every level of the

organization onboard with the new expectations of producing better safety results? We will examine how the best companies are able to create a strategy that helps build a new momentum for their safety outcomes both at work and in their communities.

BreaKfaSt Keynote 8:00 – 8:45 am

CURTIS WEBER

Safety Spokesperson/Trainer

Overcoming the Odds: a personal Story

Curtis passionately shares his personal story of a workplace incident that nearly cost him his life. Luckily for Curtis, it only cost him 2 limbs and 3rd and 4th degree burns over 60% of his body. Let Curtis take you on his emotional journey and tell you how and why

he was lucky that day. It is a journey you will never forget. While focusing on the importance of safety, hazard assessments and safe work practices, Curtis has taken the opportunity to create a joint accountability approach to safety management and prevention, emphasizing self-accountability. Bringing a tragic, life changing and near fatal experience full circle, is how he puts a positive spin on a tragic set of events. Hear about Curtis’ journey – one of hope, passion for life, family and friends, as he shares a new life story of where he is today, how he got there and what was required to persevere and achieve the positive and successful recovery he has had.

lunCheon Keynote 12:30 – 1:30 pm

ANNA BARSANTI

Youth Education Coordinator, Greater Sudbury Police Service

It’s all about Me!

Anna will answer the question that every employer or parent has asked: Do they really think it’s all about them? In a down to earth, humorous fashion, Anna will teach how, if you approach young people by assuming they know nothing but don’t treat them like they know nothing,

you will be successful in communicating your message. Sound like a daunting task? Not so, when we realize that there is a science behind how a young mind works. Anna has been successfully communicating with youth for over 25 years and loves sharing how to do so with others.

lunCheon Keynote 12:30 – 1:30 pm

SYLVIA YAEGER

Motivational Speaker and Comedian

“ respectfully, up yours: How to play nice at Work”

What makes a good workplace great? A culture of respect and cooperation! This interactive and collaborative seminar will assist people in becoming more effective individual agents of change and more respectful as a team. We will explore practical

and concrete ways of bringing these ideas to life to generate a workplace of happy, engaged, and supportive team players.

day one: tueSday, aPril 15

day tWo: WedneSday, aPril 16


SerieS 1 9:15 – 10:15 am ChooSe one

new to the JhSC? tackling the most Common Barriers to Successyvonne O’reilly, Principal, O’Reilly Health & Safety Consulting

You have been certified – now what? Understand how to establish a committee of true volunteers and main-tain structure by knowing the roles – and how to assess whether you are doing too little or too much. Avoid being the “cream in the middle of the Oreo cookie” by knowing how to gain management support as well as acknowl-edgement from your peers. Review tips and tools on how to have greater impact and make a difference by measur-ing your effectiveness and knowing where and how you can improve your contribution to the team.

Chronic Pain Self-managementtracie lefebvre, RN, BScN, BSc., Coordinator, Chronic Disease Self-Management, Health Sciences North - Horizon Santé-Nord

Broadly speaking, chronic pain is defined as pain lasting longer than three to six months and can be continuous or episodic. Approximately 20% of Canadians work and live with chronic pain on a daily basis, affecting their quality of life, ability to work and general well-being. This session will look at self-management and related programming in Northeastern Ontario, for both chronic pain and chronic disease, highlighting why these programs have been suc-cessful. Learn resources that are available elsewhere in Ontario so that you may take advantage, either person-ally or to assist those in your workplace to better manage their chronic pain or illness.

are you ready for GhS? Brandi Bell-tanninen, Health & Safety Consultant/ Account Manager, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is an international system that defines, classifies and communicates health and safety information relating to the hazards of chemical products. Health Canada has met its goal of introducing amendments to the Hazardous Products Act and related regulations in the spring of 2013. So it appears the agency is on schedule to finalize changes to the key laws and regulations by mid-2014. Learn how the transition to GHS will impact your existing WHMIS programs and key steps you can take now to prepare for GHS arrival.

Practical fall Protection

kevin kelly, Certified Trainer, Equipment World

What is your Fall Protection Program and what might be missing? Who determines what hierarchy of working at heights you follow? Will the new Working at Heights Training Standard affect your company? Why is a rescue plan not only important but a necessary component of your program? Are you following your equipment manu-facturers’ and CSA requirements for your fall protection equipment? Find out what you might be missing to improve your program.

e-lab: health and Safety e-Course

Take a one-hour health and safety e-course at no charge. Certificate is issued upon completion. Limit one course per participant during the conference. Seating is first-come, first-served. The e-lab is open during each series with the exception of Day 2, Series 4.

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“the conference content certainly exceeded my expectations. I found

the topics to be very relevant, especially the topic of mental health in

the workplace.”

— 2013 Sault Ste. Marie Conference Delegate


SerieS 2 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ChooSe one

investigating Bullying and harassment Complaintschris lloyd, Partner, Daniels Lloyd Barristers Nobody wants to start investigating a harassment claim only to invite later litigation or human rights complaints. This session will outline the most common mistakes you need to avoid in order to avert potential legal liability from such investigations. You will learn: when and why it is important to conduct an internal investigation, the impor-tance of procedural fairness and what case law says about when and how to investigate a complaint internally.

health and Safety auditing Standards in ontarioScott needs, CRSP, P.GSC, COR Consultant, Northern Ontario, Infrastructure Health & Safety Association

The use of occupational health and safety audits has grown in recent years. Auditing is now seen as an effec-tive method for ensuring compliance and improving the performance of prevention systems. The Certificate of Recognition (COR) program is an initiative that recognizes employers who implement and maintain a health and safety management system that meets established pro-vincial standards. Find out how COR, Workwell and other auditing standards and systems can energize your Health and Safety Management System today!

Sitting disease: What it is and how to Prevent it!patricia Hope, M.Sc., CCPE, Ergonomist, Occupational Health & Safety, Essar Steel Algoma Inc.

tracey Mcclelland, R.N., B.Sc.N, Public Health Nurse, Algoma Public Health

This presentation will outline what Sitting Disease is and why it is such a health concern. Over the last decade, people have become less active and more obese. This has led to an increase in chronic disease such as diabetes and heart disease. Research shows that Canadian adults are now sedentary about 75% of their time. “Independent of physical activity, sitting too much is killing us!” An over-view of the evidence related to risks from prolonged sit-ting and strategies to reduce these risks will be provided from an employee wellness and workplace production perspective.

Pre-Start health & Safety reviews: understanding Section 7 of industrial regulation 851Jon Simonds, B.Sc., CIH, ROH, Industrial Hygienist, Essar Steel Algoma Inc.

This session will review Section 7 of the Industrial Regu-lations concerning the requirements and application of Pre-Start Health & Safety Reviews in an industrial setting. Detailed explanations of various concepts concerning how to apply Section 7 will include: definitions of Pre-start re-port, audit, review; who can conduct an audit or pre-start review; what circumstances require a pre-start review for new equipment, or processes and/or for modifications to existing equipment. Scenario examples for determining the application of Section 7 will be provided.




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SerieS 3 1:45 – 2:45 pm ChooSe one

do no harm: Preventing mental injuries at Workandrew Harkness, Healthy Workplace Specialist, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services, Member of the CSA Z1003 Technical Committee The workplace can be a strong contributor to mental well-being. Yet it can also be a stressful environment. Approximately 30 per cent of disability claims in Canada are attributed to mental health problems and illnesses. The law is trending towards holding employers increas-ingly responsible for providing a psychologically safe workplace. Understand the hazards and learn to identify the risks which could cause mental injury or harm in the workplace. Benefit from a step by step plan, resources (including a sample audit tool) and guidance to begin the implementation of a Psychological Health and Safety Program using the CSA Z1003 Standard and other resources.

the Supervisor’s daily Challengegreg Swan, CRSP, Eastern Region Field Consultant, Public Services Health & Safety Association

Growing from being just a good supervisor to being a great safety leader is not a big leap – in theory. In practice, it can be much more complex particularly when you have to figure out how to do it all by yourself. This session will look at ways to engage your workers to foster a safety culture while you also manage regulatory functions to meet due diligence standards and, more importantly, keep you and your workers safe.

mandatory Basic occupational health and Safety awareness training for Workers and SupervisorsMike lemay, Consultant/Trainer, Workplace Safety North

Did you know that as of July 1, 2014, new mandatory Basic Occupational H&S Awareness Training will come into effect? This session will outline the basic training requirements for workers and supervisors according to the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act. You will learn about the course content components and training resources available and be able to determine if your cur-rent worker and/or supervisor health and safety training is sufficient to meet your obligations.

distracted driving: understanding the Big Picture todd fullerton, Regional Planner, Road Safety Marketing Office, Ministry of Transportation

Injury and fatality statistics and trends throughout North America will provide a picture of the scope and severity of this workplace hazard. The use of case studies and a jurisdictional scan will help to point to key causes and areas of focus. The vehicle is a workplace liability for employers where emphasis on education and enforcement of proper driver behaviour is crucial. The Highway Traffic Act and legislative changes will be discussed to assist in understanding everyone’s roles and responsibilities.



“you had a very good variety. next year I will be

recommending more from our organization to attend.”





But it Came that Way! learn What you need to Know about machine GuardingMichael Wilson, Machine Guarding Specialist, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

Machine safety is a priority. In order to keep workers safe, you need to understand which legislation and standards apply, consider common hazards and decide what is the most appropriate safeguarding solution for your opera-tions. Learn about different safeguarding technologies, considerations for maintenance activities and where to turn for more information.

Best Practices in return to Work Beth Madonna, Return to Work Co-ordinator, City of Sault Ste. Marie

This session will provide a review of the best practices for disability management. Topics covered will include occupational and non-occupational claims management, early and safe return to work and facilitating accommoda-tion in the workplace. Interactive discussions surrounding case studies will also be included.

leading the Way: Safety Climate as an indicator of organizational Culture and Business outcomesBrett Webb, Consultant, Public Services Health & Safety Association

It would be difficult to change an organization and im-prove business outcomes if you could not diagnose the problem in the first place. This session will showcase an innovative development that takes a closer look at the safety climate as a way to provide organizations with valuable insight into their safety culture – and to improve their health and safety performance and business out-comes. It will focus on an innovative and validated tool that is used to provide the underlying reasons behind why existing health and safety strategies are unsuccessful and how knowing the values, attitudes and beliefs towards safety can increase implementation success.

Cell Phones: Worker Policies, Programs and Business Casesryan conlin, Partner, Stringer LLP

Experts have repeatedly said that use of mobile devices while driving is as dangerous as impaired driving and is a leading cause of motor vehicle accidents. This session will cover the law with respect to mobile devices and driving. A review of court cases dealing with liability for the use of mobile devices while driving, as well as best practices for employers’ due diligence with respect to use of mobile devices, will be provided. The future of mobile device regulations will be addressed as well as the question: Do hands-free devices eliminate potential liability?




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next Generation JhSC’s: irS auditorsyvonne O’reilly, Principal, O’Reilly Health & Safety Consulting

Joint health and safety committees (JHSC) form an integral part of your internal responsibility system (IRS). Has your committee moved past just conducting housekeeping inspections to effectively evaluating the employer’s written program? Does the committee go beyond reviewing statistics to evaluate the implementa-tion of the OHS management system? Are you guided by a committee manifesto? This interactive presentation will demonstrate how to take this next step and provide tools to prepare your JHSC committee members to become IRS auditors.

industrial heavy equipment Seating and Whole Body vibration: a Case Studypatricia Hope, M.Sc., CCPE Ergonomist, Occupational Health & Safety, Essar Steel Algoma Inc.

Don Jelen, General Manager, Darby Manufacturing

This interactive session will outline a multi-year, applied research study that focused on optimizing seating in heavy equipment used in an integrated steel mill through whole-body vibration analysis. The goal of the study was to improve the working environment for workers operat-ing different types of heavy equipment. The session will outline the project from inception: industrial ergonomist identifying the work-related risk; coordination of applied research with two university research teams; and success-ful end result of installation of recommended seats with operator feedback. This was a two phase project funded by the Research Advisory Council and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.

adult adhd at WorkDr. a. M. caruso, Psychologist, Private Practice

The focus of this session is to increase attendees’ aware-ness of ADHD in adults including:

� An overview of the nature of ADHD, comprehensive evaluations, and efficacious treatments

� Ways ADHD symptoms impact on the workplace � Strategies to help address ADHD challenges at work

ladder Safetykevin kelly, Certified Trainer, Equipment World

Are you using ladders as work platforms? Have your staff been adequately trained in ladder safety? Are the pre-use inspections being completed and the proper inspection form filled out? When is fall protection required with lad-ders? Are the manufacturer’s instructions being followed? Can your workers identify the proper ladder to use? Learn this and more to reduce the risk of falls in your workplace.




drug and alcohol testing in the Workplaceryan conlin, Partner, Stringer LLP

The Supreme Court has finally weighed in on the thorny issue of drug and alcohol testing in the workplace. The seminar will review the decision of the Supreme Court in Irving and examine the following issues: the distinction between drug and alcohol testing, when testing is likely permitted and when it likely is not, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and best practices for detecting drugs and alcohol without testing.



the act…35 years later!John Scanlon, CRSP, Safety Manager, Pioneer Construction/Fisher Wavy Inc.

The legislation that changed the landscape of occupation-al health and safety is 35 years old. This highly personal look at the beginning of the act, resulting from the Elliot Lake miners going on strike in 1974 and the resulting Ham Report, will leave you with a refreshed appreciation of the Act. John Scanlon, highly engaging and passionate about health and safety, will share with you why he believes that each regulation is written in blood and his personal experiences with interpretation of the Act. This session is ideal for those new to the Act and highly recommended for those who want to re-engage their passion for health and safety.



mol update: northern regionpeter augruso, Director, Northern Region, Ministry of Labour

leila park, Industrial Health and Safety Inspector, Ministry of Labour

Don Jones, Industrial Health and Safety Inspector, Ministry of Labour

The Ministry of Labour, Enforcement Division, for North-ern Region will provide an update on what “Blitzes” are planned for 2014 and also share the top orders issued to northern firms in 2013. Find out what trends your local MOL Inspectors discovered over the past year. A staffing update will also be provided and there will be opportuni-ties to answer questions from those in attendance.

reducing mSd risk through Job rotation and task variation David Mcauley, B.H.K., Regional Health & Safety Officer/Ergonomics Specialist, Labour Relations & HR Risk Management, Ontario Lottery Group

Widely known ergonomic risk factors stem from awkward body postures, poorly designed workstations, equipment, machinery and tools not matched to the worker, and force demands. This session will focus more on other factors that are often overlooked such as work organiza-tion characteristics which may be contributing to musculoskeletal disorders. Factors to be explored include: duration and variation of tasks, job rotation and number and duration of pauses. Determine where you can apply a variation in tasks and workstations so there is time for workers to recover from the effects of each work activity.

making a Case for Workplace Wellness alison Dutkiewicz, R.N., B.Sc.N, Public Health Nurse/Coordinator for Healthy Communities Partnership Algoma, Algoma Public Health

Promoting health in the workplace has been for the most part an “add on” or an “extra” for many workplaces. Ontario workplaces have health and safety legislation but workplaces are not mandated to provide health information or programming. With high reported work stress and increasing chronic diseases all adding to increased insurance and medical costs, you need to make a serious effort to build a Healthy Workplace Wellness Program. Learn the steps to get started and see examples of programs that you can offer at your workplace to promote employee health.

Safety Practitioner to Safety Professional: the value of CrSPtom Welton, Director Industrial, Workplace Safety North

The Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)®/Professionnel en sécurité agréé du Canada (PSAC)® certification is designed specifically for OHS profession-als. Obtaining your CRSP designation demonstrates your professional expertise and commitment to occupational health and safety. Join us at this session to find out: why you should become a CRSP, the value of a certification process, what you need to qualify, how the process works, fees, examination deadlines, what it means to be a CRSP and how to maintain it.



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SerieS 2

Prevention of occupational Cancers: radiation Safety Steve Mahoney, President and CEO, Radiation Safety Institute of Canada

Attend this session to hear about who the Radiation Safety Institute is and what they do. You will hear about: the mystery of radiation, health effects, what can go wrong (Elliott Lake), what can go right (Bruce Power) and sources of radiation in the workplace including radon. You will also hear about methods of prevention – including regulations, dosimetry and education – and what still needs to be done.

Book 7: manual and traffic ControlScott needs, CRSP, P.GSC, COR Consultant, Northern Ontario, Infrastructure Health & Safety Association

Book 7 - Temporary Conditions (Office and Field Edition) is one of a series of volumes that make up the Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM). OTM Book 7 addresses the applica-tion of traffic control devices in temporary “work zones” that result from construction (including pre-engineering) planning, surveying, maintenance, utility, unplanned event response or other work within a public road allowance. MTO has finished their public consultation and will be publishing amendments to Book 7 – Temporary Condi-tions. Are you ready?



the road aheadcordelia clarke-Julien, Director – Safety and Training Program, Office of the Chief Prevention Officer

Join Cordelia Clarke-Julien as she discusses initiatives to improve workplace health and safety in Ontario including mandatory health and safety awareness training and the proposed regulation for working at heights.

using mobile apps to manage electrical ComplianceMark Jorgensen, Worker Safety Specialist, Electrical Safety Authority (ESA)

In today’s world of legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines, managing compliance is very challenging – even more so if your workers are in multiple locations dealing with different processes, pieces of equipment and different standards. You have trained your workers on the requirements of the standards or regulations. But it is not always easy to remember all the details when they are at work. What if you could provide them with a mobile app that, with a single scan of a QR Code, could provide them with all the detailed requirements for that particular pro-cess or piece of equipment? Mark will show you how ESA has used this technology to provide instant access to the particular clause of the CSA Z462 standard that applies. The same technology can work for you.

e-Cigarettes: the explosion of QuestionsJanet allen, RN, BScN, CCHN©, Tobacco Control Coordinator, Algoma Public Health

This presentation will walk you visually through the mechanics, innovations, issues, controversy and proposed future of a product whose popularity is moving faster than the science on its effectiveness and safety.

using Job Safety Plans to manage high-risk Worklouise caicco tett, RN, BScN, CRSP, MPH (in progress) President, Health & Safety Professionals Inc.

tom Headrick, T.W. Headrick Consulting Services Managing safety in a high-risk environment is a full-time job. Join us in this session to learn how to use one often-overlooked tool – job safety plans or tailboards. This session will describe job safety planning techniques and ways to effectively communicate the plans in order to ensure the safe execution of high-risk work activities.

PriZe draWS

Visit the exhibitors and be eligible to Win a multi-function high back chair generously donated by ergocentric Seating Systems.

fill in the post conference evaluation on-line and be entered in a draw to Win a free conference pass to “Partners in Prevention 2015 Superior” and one night’s accommodation including breakfast for two persons at the comfort Suites and conference centre.

14 | Partners in Prevention 2013 fOruM nOrtH

Visit the trade Show!

april 15, 7:00 am – 3:15 pm april 16, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

See a wide range of health and safety-related products, programs and services.

For exhibiting or sponsorship information, contact:

Kristina toomey Trade Show & Sponsorship Specialist

905-614-1400 x2244 [email protected]

Our exhibitors registered to date include:

� Algoma Public Health

� Canadian Diabetes Association

� Electrical Safety Authority

� ergoCentric Seating Systems

� Geroline Inc.

� Health & Safety Professionals Inc

� Ministry of Labour

� Pinchin Environmental

� Safety Lynx Inc.

� Workplace Safety & Insurance Board

SuperIOrSPeCial featureS at the ShoW interactive health fair: Take time for yourself and your health by participating in various learning activities hosted by Algoma Public Health and Canadian Diabetes Association.

algoma Public health Maintaining a Healthy Blood Pressure Radon Gas (Environmental Health) Battle of the Beverages Preventing Concussions

Canadian diabetes association Screening for Diabetes

e-learning lab: Take a one-hour health and safety e-course at no charge. Certificate is issued upon completion. Limit one course per participant during the conference. Seating is first-come, first-served. The e-lab is open during each series, with the exception of Day 2, Series 4, when the lab will be closed.

hotel reServationSComfort Suites and Conference Centre

comfort Suites and conference centre has set aside a block of rooms for this event beginning Monday, april 14 and departing Wednesday, april 16, 2014. the special conference rate is $114 + hSt per night which includes a complimentary hot buffet breakfast in the Quattro restaurant and wireless internet. to book please call: 1 800 563 7262 and refer to the WSpS conference rate

apr I l 15 –1 6 , 2014

full conference 1 day company pass (2 days)

SuPer early Bird registration rate: $309 + hst

Register on or before March 18, 2014

$209 + hst $359 + hst

early Bird registration rate:

$339 + hst

register on or before april 1, 2014

$239 + hst $389 + hst

reGular rate:

$369 + hst

after april 1, 2014

$269 + hst $419 + hst

Pre-ConferenCe WorKShoP $59 + hst (Can be added to your registration fee).

neW Student rate $49 + hstavailable to full time students on proof of Student ID#. limited spaces available!

reGiStration information

volume diSCountS6 to 9 registrations: 5%10 to 15 registrations: 10%16 to 20 registrations: 15%21 or more registrations: 20%Registrations must be made at the same time to be eligible.

reGiStration rateS include breakfast, keynote speakers, lunch, conference sessions and admission to trade show.

The early bird rate cannot be combined with any other discount or special offer. Volunteer, safety group, volume discounts and any other discounts or special offers cannot be combined.

* Company pass allows for the pass to be used by one delegate at a time. Company passes are issued in the company name only.

Payment methodSCheque (made payable to SWPSO), Visa, Mastercard, AMEX or Invoice (approved credit only)

SPaCe iS limited We reserve the right to make venue and date changes with notice, speaker changes without notice and to cancel an event due to low registrations. No refunds or cancellations accepted after April 8. Substitutions welcome.

HST #809 755 622 RT001 Function # 177233

To register or for more information:

PartnersinPreventionConference.com/Superior1 877 494 9777

SuperIOr Comfort SuiteS & ConferenCe Centre 229 Great northern road, Sault Ste. marie

hotel reServationSComfort Suites and Conference Centre

comfort Suites and conference centre has set aside a block of rooms for this event beginning Monday, april 14 and departing Wednesday, april 16, 2014. the special conference rate is $114 + hSt per night which includes a complimentary hot buffet breakfast in the Quattro restaurant and wireless internet. to book please call: 1 800 563 7262 and refer to the WSpS conference rate

“Very professional, rates up there with any larger

conference I’ve attended in Southern Ontario.”


WOrkplace Safety & preVentIOn SerVIceS

Workplace Safety & Prevention Services stands on its unique ability to be the leading business partner in risk management by developing solutions that bring lasting results. At WSPS, we act as one relationship management team; understanding the drivers of our customers’ success is in their employee engagement and their own customers’ satisfaction — and with that focus, we create a profitable and safer Ontario.

Primarily focused on the agricultural, industrial/manufacturing and service sectors, WSPS solutions retain valued employees, increase productivity and through cost-effective risk management planning, reduce the paper burden of health and safety legislation. WSPS is a dynamic $43 million organization with 260 staff, fueled by a shared passion for offering unparalleled health and safety expertise to grow the life of its 154,000 member firms.wsps.ca

wsps.ca

5110 Creekbank Road, Mississauga, ON L4W 0A1 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) | t 905 614 1400 | f 905 614 1414e [email protected]

This product contains a minimum of 10% Post-Consumer Waste and is 100% recyclable.

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Documents

What’s your health & Safety OI? - WSPS...to use PowerPoint coupled with hands-on exercises for delivering presentations effectively. You will also benefit from a high level review