Northern Safety Network Yukon

Joint Health & Safety Committee/Representative (JHSC) Training


This course has been cancelled


OVERVIEW: Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC) and Safety Representatives are critical elements of a strong Internal Responsibility System (IRS). Corporate health and safety efforts are best facilitated through an active company committee and/or representative.

This one-day course thoroughly introduces participants to the roles and responsibilities of the Joint Health and Safety Committee and Safety Representative.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completing the course, participants will be able to state: the purpose and responsibilities of a safety committee, where the committee fits in with other parts of the safety program, the roles of the committee members and their responsibilities.




  • Assessing your own Leadership

  • JHSCs role in the Internal Responsibility System (IRS)

  • JHSC and the Law

  • JHSC Membership Requirements and Training

  • JHSC Rules of Procedure

  • JHSCs and Hazard Assessment

  • JHSCs and Inspections

  • JHSCs and Investigations

  • Integrating your JHSC into your Health & Safety program

  • Occupational Health and Safety Act (Yukon) requirements with practical applications are reviewed.




 



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