Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) Training - Vancouver

Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) Training - Vancouver

SafetyDriven's JHSC training provides the tools and knowledge necessary for committee members to effectively perform their duties.

By SafetyDriven - Trucking Safety Council of BC

Date and time

Thu, Sep 26, 2024 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PDT

Location

Burnaby

Burnaby Burnaby, BC Canada

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Sign in and Introduction

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Joint Health and Safety Committee Fundamentals

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Morning Break

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Workplace Inspections

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Afternoon Break

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Incident Investigations

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Question Period & Closing Remarks

About this event

  • 8 hours

What is a Joint Health and Safety Committee?

A Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is a group of employers and employees working together to improve occupational health and safety in their workplace. WorkSafeBC and ESDC require a JHSC for all workplaces with 20 or more workers.

All new members must receive training on the duties and functions of the JHSC

Are you a new Safety Committee member?

Your Safety Committee is the foundation of your safety program. From it you build your health and safety program within your organization. This course shows you how to build and run your committee while covering applicable regulatory requirements, both federally and provincially.

Who this is for:

  • New and existing safety committee members
  • Worker health and safety representatives

This course fulfills WorkSafeBC's (WSBC):

  • Required training for new JHSC members
  • Required training for new health and safety representatives
  • Eligible 8 hours of training for existing JHSC members

This course fulfills Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC):

  • Required training for new JHSC members
  • Required training for new health and safety representatives

Here's what you'll take away:

  • How to create and run an effective Joint Health and Safety Committee
  • How to perform workplace inspections
  • How to identify hazards and complete risk assessments
  • How to perform incident investigations

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Frequently asked questions

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email us at info@safetydriven.ca or call our office at 604-888-2242.

Do I have to bring paperpwork or print anything for the event?

Workbooks will be provided with room for notes. Please bring a pen or pencil to write with.

Do I need a copy of my ticket to the event?

No, it is not necessary. All attendees will be asked to sign in upon arrival.

Is my ticket transferable?

Yes! Please email us at info@safetydriven.ca or call us at 604-888-2242 to change the name of the attendee. This can be done at no cost.

Is it okay if the name on the ticket doesn't match the attendee?

Yes. All attendees will be asked to sign in with their name and email address so certificates can be created for all those who attended.

Is it okay if I provide my office's email address?

Yes, just be aware that certificates will be emailed to the email address provided.

What if I have questions after training ends?

We encourage everyone who attends our training sessions to reach out to us if they have questions after the training. All of our advisors are happy to answer questions. Reach out to us at info@safetydriven.ca or at 604-888-2242.

Will I be issued a certificate or proof of training?

Yes, all attendees will be issued a certificate documenting that they have completed 8 hours of Joint Health and Safety Committee Training.

Will lunch be provided?

Yes! Light breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee and tea will be provided for all attendees. If you have dietary restrictions please inform our office.

The event is sold out. Will you be holding more?

Any training session that fills up will be followed up with a second date. Email us at info@safetydriven.ca or call us at 604-888-2242 and add your name to our waitlist so we can contact you as soon as the next training session in your area goes live.

Can I hold training just for my company?

With a large enough group we are willing to come to your site and hold the training but this will need to be arranged for ahead of time. Email us at info@safetydriven.ca or call us at 604-888-2242 to discuss options.

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SafetyDriven - Trucking Safety Council of BC

We are an industry-led organization dedicated to improving safety operations, reducing injuries and fatalities, and preventing loss and stoppage by providing leadership, safety programs, services, communication, education, and certification. Our vision is the elimination of workplace injuries and fatalities in BC’s trucking, transportation, and related industries.

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