What can employers do for young workers?

Employers can start by recognizing and being aware of the risks for young workers. Ask yourself these questions:

Have I matched the job tasks to the young worker's physical and mental maturity?
Have I provided orientation training in safe work procedures before assigning work?
Have I ensured that all new and young workers are closely supervised until they demonstrate that they are capable of working safely?
Do I encourage an open line of communication about health and safety suggestions for improvement or concerns?
Do I represent a model for the safety behaviour I expect?
Do I consistently provide positive feedback?

Dare to Care: This award-winning orientation program was created to help build health and safety awareness with new employees and managers. It provides managers and supervisors of young workers with a wide range of communication tools and techniques for use when supervising and training young workers.

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That you have to have an emergency plan for your workplace covering procedures in case of fire, explosion, workplace violence, etc.