IHSA Safety Podcast
106 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast from the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario; one thought-provoking discussion at a time.
<p>We engage with professionals and industry influencers to help them implement and improve health and safety solutions for workers and the workplace. Each episode explores best practices, resources, and training to control and eliminate safety hazards in work environments involving high-risk activities in the industries that IHSA serves: construction, transportation, and electric utilities
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Research Results for COR Certification in Ontario
July 11, 2022 19:49 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBUBC’s Dr. Chris McLeod describes the methodology he and his team utilized in conducting their research on how the Certificate of Recognition (COR™) program affected lost-time and high-impact injury rates in Ontario. In this discussion, IHSA’s Paul Casey also shares what prompted IHSA to engage with Dr. McLeod and the University of British Columbia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mental Health (part four): Toxic Masculinity
June 27, 2022 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBToxic masculinity is a cultural norm that involves pressures on men to behave in a certain way—often based on outdated and unrealistic stereotypes of “manliness.” This does not mean that men are toxic. However, the pressures we place on men to live up to masculine ideals have been shown to be harmful to both men and women. According to some researchers, toxic masculinity has three core components*: 1. Toughness: The notion that men should be physically strong, behaviourally aggres...
Mental Health (part three): Challenging Stigma and Reducing Mental Harm
June 15, 2022 01:01 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBStigma is a set of negative beliefs and prejudices about a person or group of people. It is often based on myths and outdated social norms, and can lead to discrimination—unjust treatment and behaviours directed toward a person or group. Many people are stigmatized or discriminated against for more than one reason, including sexual orientation, gender, culture, or physical disability. Experiencing stigma and/or discrimination can: • Lead to mental health or substance-use problem...
Mental Health (Part Two): Beginning the Dialogue in the Workplace
May 31, 2022 13:11 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBWorking in the trades comes with certain risks. Every day on the job, ironworkers, powerline technicians, long-haul truckers, and all other tradespeople face hazards that can affect their health and safety. We have long understood the need to control physical hazards. Less, however, has been done about the mental health risks that workers face. On average, workers in construction and related industries have a greater risk of experiencing mental health challenges. This is due to a n...
Mental health (part one)
May 15, 2022 23:58 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn the past, employers may have viewed mental health as a personal issue and not one to discuss with employees. But the topic should not be ignored at work. Employers and supervisors should find a way to connect with workers, as they can play an important role in identifying early signs and symptoms of mental health issues. Starting a conversation about mental health is a simple way to begin building mental wellness into your workplace health and safety culture. But simple does not...
Threads of Life
April 25, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBEach worker and family member who has been affected by a workplace tragedy is a thread in the quilt of life. The Association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support, known as Threads of Life, is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to supporting families after a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease. Their network of family members and corporate partners believes traumatic workplace injuries, occupational diseases and deaths are preventable. See Privacy P...
Motor Vehicle Incident, Mobile Equipment, Struck By – MLTSD Blitz Initiative
April 18, 2022 15:30 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode we are joined by Juanita Martin, Provincial Specialist of the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) to get a better understanding of what the MLTSD is looking for as they kick off their first education and enforcement blitz of 2022 – focusing on Motor Vehicle Incident, Mobile Equipment and Struck by hazards. The initiative is running from April 1 to June 30 2022. In conversation with Juanita she shares the “why, when & what” of the initiative ...
National Construction Safety Officer
April 11, 2022 15:35 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBThe objective of the National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO™) Certificate is to combine practical construction experience with a range of health and safety training. A certified NCSO™ is a valuable resource for construction firms when implementing health and safety measures, recognizing, assessing, controlling, and evaluating hazards or working toward building a strong health and safety culture. They can oversee others and provide support and advice specific to the industry and ...
Road Safety in Northern Ontario
March 28, 2022 15:11 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBDriving in Northern Ontario presents a unique set of driving related hazards and some not so obvious differences than driving in Southern Ontario and many road users don’t understand and or fail to consider the uniqueness and are unprepared for safe traveling. Whether you drive a commercial motor vehicle or a passenger vehicle, it’s important to be aware of the driving hazards and unique road conditions in Northern Ontario. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif...
Supervisors – federally regulated workplace (part two)
March 14, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBOur multi-part series on supervisors in a federally regulated workplace continues with IHSA’s Doug Heintz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Supervisors in a federally regulated workplace (Part One)
February 28, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBOur multi-part series on Supervisors kicks-off with a discussion with Federal Labour Program Ontario Regional Director, Bruce Christianson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Supervisor Series “Training Requirements”
February 14, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBOur multi-part series on Supervisors continues with a discussion on “Training Requirements” with IHSA Health and Safety Consultant, Alex Hernandez. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Documentation and Communication
January 31, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBOur multi-part series on Supervisors continues with a discussion on “Documentation and Communication” with IHSA’s Regional Manager North and East Operations, Jennifer McKenzie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Duties of a Supervisor
January 18, 2022 19:14 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBOur multi-part series on Supervisors continues with a discussion on “Duties of a Supervisor” with between host Ken Rayner and Alain Leger, IHSA’s Manager, Powerline Apprenticeship and Training. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Supervisors: “Identifying and Addressing Hazards”
December 30, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBOur multi-part series on Supervisors continues with a discussion on “Identifying and Addressing Hazards” with IHSA Health and Safety Consultant, Alana Stewart. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Competent Supervisor
December 15, 2021 14:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBOur multi-part series on Supervisors kicks-off with a discussion with Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development’s Assistant Deputy Minister, Jody Young. Jody oversees the Fair, Safe and Healthy Workplaces Division, and is all too familiar with why supervisors are a critically important component to a healthy and safe workplace. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Winter Driving
November 26, 2021 16:15 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBWhether you drive a commercial vehicle or a passenger vehicle, it’s always important to be fully aware of the hazardous road conditions created by winter weather. In this podcast, IHSA’s Ken Rayner and Michelle Roberts discuss winter driving tips and break them down into four basic principles: preparation, planning, patience, and practice. You can find additional winter driving resources at IHSA.ca: Planning, preparation, and patience: the keys to safe winter driving Your guide t...
Dr. Joel Moody, Ontario’s New Chief Prevention Officer
November 17, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBDr. Joel Moody, Ontario’s new Chief Prevention Officer, joins IHSA to talk about his extensive background and offer his initial thoughts on the Prevention Office’s path forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Preparing for your Internal Audit
October 22, 2021 15:35 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode, Stacey Blea, HSMS Consultant, speaks to lead COR™ Auditor, Peter Smith about preparing for an internal COR™ audit. They cover context, resources, training, official documents and more as they really dig into getting set up for performing a successful internal audit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19. Preparing for your Internal Audit
October 22, 2021 15:35 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode, Stacey Blea, HSMS Consultant, speaks to lead COR™ Auditor, Peter Smith about preparing for an internal COR™ audit. They cover context, resources, training, official documents and more as they really dig into getting set up for performing a successful internal audit. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18. Introducing the COR Team
October 22, 2021 15:34 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIntroducing some of the roles within the COR™ department at the IHSA and the individuals who are filling those positions. Guests include: Scott Needs, Maren Gamble, Deb Moskal, David Dametto, Peter Smith, John Kelly and Sam Pitaro. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introducing the COR Team
October 22, 2021 15:34 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIntroducing some of the roles within the COR™ department at the IHSA and the individuals who are filling those positions. Guests include: Scott Needs, Maren Gamble, Deb Moskal, David Dametto, Peter Smith, John Kelly and Sam Pitaro. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Getting Started with COR(TM)
October 22, 2021 15:34 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBA conversation with Paul Casey, Vice President of Programs and Strategic Development and David Steinschifter, Manager of Strategic Programs provides a starting point for those interested in getting into COR™ in Ontario. They discuss and overview of the history of COR™ in Ontario as well as it’s impacts and key proven benefits Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...
17. Getting Started with COR(TM)
October 22, 2021 15:34 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBA conversation with Paul Casey, Vice President of Programs and Strategic Development and David Steinschifter, Manager of Strategic Programs provides a starting point for those interested in getting into COR™ in Ontario. They discuss and overview of the history of COR™ in Ontario as well as it’s impacts and key proven benefits Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prevention Works: The 5-year Strategy
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBRon Kelusky, Ontario’s outgoing Chief Prevention Officer looks at key points from the Prevention Office’s new 5-year strategy, Ron’s office’s key accomplishments during his tenure, and his view on the future of health and safety. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
COVID-19: impacts and opportunities
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBRon Kelusky, Ontario’s outgoing Chief Prevention Officer shares his view on the impacts of COVID-19 and the opportunities it presented in raising the profile of workplace health and safety. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Advancing workplace health and safety in Ontario
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBRon Kelusky, Ontario’s outgoing Chief Prevention Officer with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, joins IHSA to discuss his background and successes in working with industry to advance workplace health and safety. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
16. Prevention Works: The 5-year Strategy
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBRon Kelusky, Ontario’s outgoing Chief Prevention Officer looks at key points from the Prevention Office’s new 5-year strategy, Ron’s office’s key accomplishments during his tenure, and his view on the future of health and safety. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15. COVID-19: impacts and opportunities
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBRon Kelusky, Ontario’s outgoing Chief Prevention Officer shares his view on the impacts of COVID-19 and the opportunities it presented in raising the profile of workplace health and safety. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14. Advancing workplace health and safety in Ontario
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBRon Kelusky, Ontario’s outgoing Chief Prevention Officer with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, joins IHSA to discuss his background and successes in working with industry to advance workplace health and safety. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Customer Relations, Marketing, and Products
August 19, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBIn the fifth and final episode of our special series focusing on what IHSA is and what we do, Ken Rayner, Vice-President of Customer Relations, Market Development and Labour Relations discusses how IHSA’s customer service team provides support to members, some of the many, many products IHSA offers, and the different communication channels IHSA uses to raise health and safety awareness in Ontario. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art1...
13. Customer Relations, Marketing, and Products
August 19, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBIn the fifth and final episode of our special series focusing on what IHSA is and what we do, Ken Rayner, Vice-President of Customer Relations, Market Development and Labour Relations discusses how IHSA’s customer service team provides support to members, some of the many, many products IHSA offers, and the different communication channels IHSA uses to raise health and safety awareness in Ontario. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
Stakeholder and Industry Support
August 05, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn our fourth episode of IHSA’s five-part series on who we are and what we do, Dean Dunn, Vice-President of Stakeholder and Public Relations, discusses the Labour-Management Network and the important role its committees and partnerships play in the health and safety system across the province. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
12. Stakeholder and Industry Support
August 05, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn our fourth episode of IHSA’s five-part series on who we are and what we do, Dean Dunn, Vice-President of Stakeholder and Public Relations, discusses the Labour-Management Network and the important role its committees and partnerships play in the health and safety system across the province. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fostering a Culture of Health and Safety
July 22, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBOur special five-part series on IHSA continues with this third episode where we talk with Paul Casey, Vice-President of Programs and Strategic Development. Paul provides an overview of three important IHSA programs: the Certificate of Recognition (COR™), Health and Safety Excellence (HSEP), and the National Construction Health and Safety Officer (NCSO™) program Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy ...
11. Fostering a Culture of Health and Safety
July 22, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBOur special five-part series on IHSA continues with this third episode where we talk with Paul Casey, Vice-President of Programs and Strategic Development. Paul provides an overview of three important IHSA programs: the Certificate of Recognition (COR™), Health and Safety Excellence (HSEP), and the National Construction Health and Safety Officer (NCSO™) program Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10. IHSA Training and Operations
July 09, 2021 14:54 - 8 minutes - 7.86 MBIn this second episode of our five-part series on IHSA, we talk to Greg Williamson, Vice-President of High Risk Activity, Training and Operations. Greg talks to us about how companies become IHSA members, some of the high-risk activity training courses IHSA offers, the Powerline Technician Apprenticeship program, and more. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IHSA Training and Operations
July 09, 2021 14:54 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBIn this second episode of our five-part series on IHSA, we talk to Greg Williamson, Vice-President of High Risk Activity, Training and Operations. Greg talks to us about how companies become IHSA members, some of the high-risk activity training courses IHSA offers, the Powerline Technician Apprenticeship program, and more. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...
9. IHSA and who we are
June 08, 2021 01:43 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBOur next five-part series of IHSA podcasts looks at who we are and what we do. Kicking off the series, IHSA President and CEO, Enzo Garritano, talks to us about IHSA’s history, our vision, and mission. We also look at the key services IHSA provides and the different sectors we serve across the province. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IHSA and who we are
June 08, 2021 01:43 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBOur next five-part series of IHSA podcasts looks at who we are and what we do. Kicking off the series, IHSA President and CEO, Enzo Garritano, talks to us about IHSA’s history, our vision, and mission. We also look at the key services IHSA provides and the different sectors we serve across the province. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ...
8. Fall protection quick facts
April 30, 2021 20:02 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBWe wrap up our special five-part series on Falls Awareness with our series-long guest, Brian Barron from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. In this final episode, we look at fall protection quick facts including common FAQs, the hierarchy of controls, training, fines, and much more. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fall protection quick facts
April 30, 2021 20:02 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBWe wrap up our special five-part series on Falls Awareness with our series-long guest, Brian Barron from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. In this final episode, we look at fall protection quick facts including common FAQs, the hierarchy of controls, training, fines, and much more. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ...
7. Common enforcement concerns
April 30, 2021 20:01 - 13 minutes - 12 MBThis fourth episode in our five-part series on Falls Awareness looks at the most common issues identified by inspectors from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development when conducting inspections on different job sites. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6. Working at heights (WAH) training requirements
April 30, 2021 20:01 - 7 minutes - 7.02 MBOur five-part series on Falls Awareness continues with our series guest, Brian Barron from Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. In this third episode we look at training requirements for workers when working at heights. We also discuss training providers, the duties and responsibilities of employers, and much more. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Common enforcement concerns
April 30, 2021 20:01 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBThis fourth episode in our five-part series on Falls Awareness looks at the most common issues identified by inspectors from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development when conducting inspections on different job sites. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Working at heights (WAH) training requirements
April 30, 2021 20:01 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBOur five-part series on Falls Awareness continues with our series guest, Brian Barron from Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. In this third episode we look at training requirements for workers when working at heights. We also discuss training providers, the duties and responsibilities of employers, and much more. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...
5. Workplace parties roles and responsibilities in preventing falls
April 30, 2021 20:00 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MBIn this second episode of our special Falls Awareness series, we continue our talk with Brian Barron from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. We specifically look at the different roles and responsibilities that employers, supervisors, and workers have in preventing falls on job sites. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Workplace parties roles and responsibilities in preventing falls
April 30, 2021 20:00 - 8 minutes - 8.14 MBIn this second episode of our special Falls Awareness series, we continue our talk with Brian Barron from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. We specifically look at the different roles and responsibilities that employers, supervisors, and workers have in preventing falls on job sites. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
4. Fall protection and when to use it
April 30, 2021 19:59 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this first episode of our special five-part series on Falls Awareness, we talk to Brian Barron, Senior Manager of the Construction Health and Safety Program within the Ministry of Labour. Our first discussion with Brian considers the various methods of fall protection and the different situations in which they are required. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fall protection and when to use it
April 30, 2021 19:59 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this first episode of our special five-part series on Falls Awareness, we talk to Brian Barron, Senior Manager of the Construction Health and Safety Program within the Ministry of Labour. Our first discussion with Brian considers the various methods of fall protection and the different situations in which they are required. Support the show: https://www.ihsasafetypodcast.ca See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...