Small Biz Safety

Ontario retail businesses struggling to cope with a sharp rise in crime, violence and harassment. Hear tips on how you can protect your workplace and team with a new comprehensive guide on retail safety. Plus, learn what changes the Working for Workers Five Act makes to the OHSA and is now law and how it may impact your business. Show Notes In the News: Working for Workers Five Act

The busy fall season has arrived and so have seasonal challenges. Cooler weather can bring worker fatigue, respiratory illnesses, seasonal depression, and more. Learn how to protect yourself and your team (1:55). Plus, a reminder about temporary help agencies and recruiters licensing in Ontario (:43). Note: This episode was recorded on October 8, 2024. All information presented was

In this episode, we are joined by Alicia Woods, CEO of Covergalls, a company whose mission is to transform workwear for women around the world by providing safe, and inclusive workwear designed with a woman’s body in mind. She shares her inspiring story and offers tips for small businesses on prioritizing the health and safety of all workers when choosing personal protective equi

Do you know the First Aid requirements for Ontario businesses? Test your knowledge as our hosts Pam Patry and Shawn Chadwick answer common questions about First Aid (2:30). Plus, learn some steps you can take to reduce the potential for theft, violence and harassment as grocery and convenience stores are gearing up to sell alcohol (1:00). Note: This episode was recorded on August 6

Small Biz Safety Podcast – Episode 36 #36 – Keeping young people safe at work: Tips for your business Hear practical tips on keeping young workers safe from three unique perspectives - an OHS professional, a parent and a young worker (2:22). Plus, learn about a new program providing upskilling programs for workers and connecting job seekers with employment. (1:00) Then, get tip

Like Canada, your small business is diverse. Your employees may include new Canadians, temporary foreign workers, or others with English as their second language. Learn tips to overcome language and cultural barriers and about new multilingual resources that will help your workers understand common hazards. Plus, hear about potential changes to the OHSA and how they will impact sm

Hear about two powerful resources you can use to make your small business safer. Get updated on a new online safety handbook that can be customized for your business, and short videos so you will better understand legal obligations. Plus, learn about a new blog that can help parents keep their teens safe at work. Note: This episode was recorded on April 17, 2024. All information pr

What is rack safety and what should your business do to get started? Get answers and practical tips to keep your workers and your operations protected. Guests are Marc and Charles from Damotech. Plus, get tips on winter hazards for work and home. Note: This episode was recorded on January 24, 2024. All information presented was in effect at that time. Show Notes Damotech Rack Saf

With rising inflation, businesses both big and small are struggling with an increase in theft and retail crime. Is your business prepared? We share training tips so your workers know how to respond to suspicious activity and theft. Then, get reminders on personal security as we approach the holiday season. Note: This episode was recorded on November 1, 2023. All information present

How can moving towards a healthy workplace culture improve your small business? Learn simple steps you can take to retain great people and boost productivity. Then, hear about three free tools that simplify health and safety - and save you time! Guest is Kelly Hultink, WSPS Consultant, Workplace Mental Health. Note: This episode was recorded on October 11, 2023. All information pre