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Health & Safety

Estimated average financial benefit to manufacturing employers yielding a benefit/cost ratio of 1.24 or an estimated return of 24%. Invest in your health & safety today!

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Health & Safety Excellence Program
Health & Safety Training Services
Environmental Training & Services

The WSIB’s Health and Safety Excellence Program helps you make your workplace safer, while earning rebates on your WSIB premiums. It also provides a roadmap for businesses of all sizes to improve workplace health and safety. Whether you are getting started or need to enhance your existing program, the Health & Safety Excellence program is designed to meet your needs. To apply fill out our form below!

With the successful implementation of 1 to 5 program topics, you are eligible to receive financial and non-financial rewards from the WSIB. Success in the program can earn you rebates and other non-financial recognition for your investment in health and safety. The program connects businesses of all sizes to help you develop a program that is suitable for your business. EMC is a WSIB-approved Health & Safety Excellence program provider that will help you along the journey to health and safety excellence.

Annual enrolment fee: $995 for EMC members / $1295 for Non-Members

How the program works:

Join - EMC is your WSIB-approved training provider. Our health and safety professionals will help you succeed in the Health and Safety Excellence program.

Develop - implement topics with the help of EMC and fellow manufacturers.

Demonstrate - EMC will coach you on the collection and submission of evidence documenting topic completion. Including a review to ensure success, prior to being forwarded to a WSIB validator.

Achieve - receive financial and non-financial rewards for making your workplace and Ontario safer. You can earn rebates on your WSIB premiums and digital badges you can use in your marketing materials and are displayed in your Safety Check profile on the WSIB’s website, so other businesses know you make health and safety a priority.

EMC's Health & Safety Services include:

Professional Health & Safety Consultants to guide and assist your efforts
Online resources including templates, communication portal and training modules
Program documentation review to ensure your success
On-site, online or telephone visits to provide coaching and guidance
Members’ community website with a wealth of resources, tools and templates

New - Small Business Support

Financial support for smaller businesses - click here for more information!

Extended to December 31, 2024! Offering smaller businesses (fewer than 100 FTEs):

Double the rebate for validated and closed action plans.
$1,000 toward your health and safety action plan.
Simplified program requirements tailored to smaller businesses.

Firm Application/Provider Agreement Form

I would like to apply on behalf of my company to participate in the Health and Safety Excellence Program.

Company Information:

WSIB Account Number*

WSIB Firm Number

Number of Employees*

Firm Name / Legal Business Name*

Parent Company (if any):

Number of Branch Locations

Address*

City/Town*

Province*

Postal Code*

Contact First Name*

Contact Last Name*

Contact Title*

Telephone Number*

E-Mail Address*

Alternate Contact:

Alternate Contact First Name

Alternate Contact Last Name

Alternate Contact Title

Alternate Contact E-Mail Address

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION

Employers must complete an orientation session to participate in the program prior to the start of their action plan and online assessment, as offered by EMC.
Employers must complete the WSIB online assessment and Action Plan, with approval.
Employers must complete topics. Employers are responsible for uploading their completed documentation to the WSIB portal.
Employers must appoint a contact to fulfill the administrative activities required as a participant in the Health and Safety Excellence Program. Should the person appointed change during the year, EMC must be advised.
Employers must attend and participate in at least two Health and Safety Excellence Program meetings/workshops per year as organized by EMC.
If asked, employers must cooperate with WSIB and on-site validation audits as part of the evaluation process.
Employers will pay their EMC Health and Safety Excellence Program fee within 90 days of their action plan being approved by EMC. Any extension to that timeline must be pre-approved with EMC. Failure to meet this deadline may result in removal from the Health and Safety Excellence Program.
Employers must maintain regular contact with EMC. Contact shall be professional and courteous at all times.
If at any time any provision of this agreement is violated, EMC has the right to terminate the agreement and remove the employer from the Health and Safety Excellence Program. Refunds will not be permitted if removed from the program due to agreement violations.
The Health & Safety Excellence program is separate from EMC membership and enrollment fees will be invoiced once the action plan has been approved.

I AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION ABOVE.

I have the authority/approval this registration on behalf of the company.

A critical component of an effective workplace prevention program

Health and safety training is a critical component of an effective workplace prevention program — and for good reason. Done right, effective training can help workplaces comply with legal requirements, support workplace prevention efforts, and bolster and maintain the knowledge and skill level of the workforce. For many reasons, training is the right thing to do.

Certification Courses

JHSC Level 1
JHSC Level 2
MEC Health & Safety This certificate program is an initiative designed for those looking to enhance the Health and Safety of their workplaces. This program is designed for Health and Safety Stakeholders looking to enhance their knowledge and skills. The program focuses on encouraging the development of Health and Safety Knowledge, Best Practices, Problem Solving and Critical Thinking. Through a hands-on Workplace Performance Project participants are able to apply their learning on a project that helps to promote a healthy and safe work environment. By developing these skills, companies can expect stronger health and safety awareness, a positive workplace culture, and overall better employee engagement.
Standard First Aid

For all other health & safety training courses, see our catalogue listings below.

Consulting Services

Offering one-on-one guidance and support, and audit or assessments. Our team possesses knowledge of legislation, standards and best practices to help you achieve success.

Consulting Fees

Safety Program Members $895/day + Travel
EMC Members $995/day + Travel
Non Members $1295/day + Travel

Health and Safety Training

Building a Mentally Healthy Workplace

Health & Safety

Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification – Part One

Forklift Safety Training Refresher

JHSC Refresher Certification Training

Elevated Work Platforms

5 Factors of a Psychologically Safe & Healthy Workplace

Mental Health in the Workplace: The Essentials

Standard First Aid

Foundations of a Psychologically Safe & Healthy Workplace

Mobile Crane & Rigging Safety

Working at Heights

All Health & Safety Training

Striving to minimize negative environmental impacts.

Why is it important?

Conserve energy and natural resources.
Enhances employee, community and product safety
Increase operational efficiency by reducing costs and waste
Respond to or reach new customers
Increase competitive advantage
Protect and strengthen brand and reputation

Environmental Programs & Services

Consulting Services

Offering one-on-one guidance and support, and audit or assessments. Our team possesses knowledge of standards and best practices to help you achieve success.

Consulting Fees

Safety Program Members $895/day + Travel
EMC Members $995/day + Travel
Non Members $1295/day + Travel

Health & Safety Services

Our services provide participants with current 'best practices' and the necessary tools to implement effective health & safety programs in their facilities.

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