The Basic OHS System is a self-paced 6 step resource guide. Each step will take you through one of the basic components of your Health & Safety program. It includes practical templates that you can use for your workplace.
What this Product Includes:
Introduction to a Basic Health and Safety System is an easy to follow, step by step guide. It includes a summary of legal obligations, a process for conducting a five minute evaluation of your existing health and safety system, useful tips and hints, and templates that can be copied and customized.
The guide provides important information on the roles that everyone has in the workplace, including helpful information on Joint Health and Safety Committee or H&S Representative. A description of the various hazards will help you identify them in your workplace. You will find that the process for workplace inspection and accident investigation will help you assess and control these hazards. There is a section on addressing WHMIS requirements including symbols, labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Finally, this product will take you through the different types of training necessary to put in place a good H&S system, looking specifically at orientation, certification, job specific, WHMIS and emergency response training. You will also find useful information on maintaining your health and safety system, including tips to help you plan you monthly activities.
Designed specifically for small to mid-sized companies and new businesses, this guide will benefit business owners, managers and service industry professionals who want to learn the basics of developing a solid health and safety program.
Introduction to a Basic Occupational Health & Safety System (product number 100-008-001-P-GE) is available for only $20.95. You can order this product online or call our Client Services Line at 1-888-478-6772.
For more information on developing a health and safety system in your workplace, see Getting Started - A Health and Safety Primer for Small Business.
Smoking in the workplace is prohibited except in designated smoking areas. The Smoking in the Workplace Act contains details of these requirements.