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november 19, 2015Fallsview Casino & ConFeRenCe CentRe

6380 Fallsview BoulevaRd, niagaRa Falls

your Community. your workplace. your Results.

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Golden Horseshoe’s oH&s conferenceyouR Community. youR workplace. youR Results. this is your conference. it addresses the needs and challenges of workplaces in the Golden Horseshoe area. located in the heart of your region, it’s the place to be for local businesses seeking solutions to improve safety and productivity. Here you can share, learn, network, and get answers to your many health and safety questions.

� Community FoCused sessions and woRkshops. Hand-picked by the local planning committee, conference topics reflect both regional and provincial health and safety concerns.

� motivating keynote speakeRs who will entertain and inspire.

� solutions FoCused tRade show. a variety of exhibitors will be displaying the latest products and services to help you improve your oH&s performance.

BReakFast keynote 8:00 – 9:00 am

Big DaDDy TazzComedian/Stigma Fighter

stand Up against stigma

Often described as “one of the most talented comics in the business”, Tazz has been delighting crowds at fundraisers, corporate events, festivals and on television for more than a decade and a

half. Known as the Bi-Polar Buddha, Tazz is equal parts comedian and motivational speaker, who likes to enlighten, educate and inspire. With his newest endeavor, “Stand Up against Stigma”, Tazz believes that it is time to educate, embrace and empower so that we can all stand tall and give stigma a bad name.

lunCheon keynote 12:30 – 1:30 pm

MiKe ManDel

expert in Communication, Motivation and influence

overcoming stress in a Hostile world

Master Hypnotist Mike Mandel discusses stress and its ramifications in an accelerating world. Stress, both psychological and physiological

is a tourniquet that strangles performance. Find out how to deal with the debilitating effects of an overloaded endocrine system; use powerful physiological techniques to overcome tension; apply self-hypnosis to power-nap at will; engage the “garbage can method” to let go of daily worries; master methods to eliminate insomnia; and breathe like a martial arts expert to loosen tense muscles and create peak performance.

ConFeRenCe sChedule

sponsoRs

Partners in Prevention 2015 golden Horseshoe recognizes the following sponsors.

Current sponsors at time of publication:

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Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals

Conseil Canadien Des Professionels En Sécurité Agréés

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eaR n hRpa and BCRsp pointsThis conference has been approved for 10 continuing professional development hours by the Human Resources Professionals association. BCRSP has previously awarded CM points for this event. The event contains

6 technical hours and may be eligible for BCRSP CM points. See BCRSP web site at www.bcrsp.ca for CM point criteria.

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thursday november 19

morningregistration, continental breakfast and opening ceremonies 7:00 – 8:00 am

Breakfast keynote 8:00 – 9:00 am

sessions: series 1 9:00 – 10:00 am

sessions: series 2 10:30 – 12:00 pm series 2 11:00 – 12:00 pm

afternoonluncheon keynote 12:30 – 1:30 pm

sessions: series 3 1:45 – 2:45 pm series 3 2:00 - 3:30 pm

sessions: series 4 3:00 – 4:00 pm

new! super sessions 1.5 hours long

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seRies 1 9:00 – 10:00 am

your message matters: make it Clear & easy to understandleah morris, executive director, clear writing consultant, adult basic education association

Do you consider your audience when writing documents, reports, flyers, emails or minutes? The language and design you use can determine how well your message is understood. learn some of the clear writing tips that will help you write more clearly and reach your audience more effectively. Whether you write documents for staff, colleagues, the general public or your supervisor, using clear writing can help give meaning to your message. your message matters, make it as effective as possible.

electrical safety: Risks, Results and new thinkingmark Jorgenson, worker safety specialist, electrical safety authority (esa)

eSa is responsible for identifying and targeting leading causes of electrical risk; raising awareness, educating, and training in electrical safety; ensuring compliance with regulations; investigating fatalities, injuries and fire losses associated with electricity. yet, we still encounter stubbornly high electrical worker fatalities not consis-tent with the decline eSa has seen in other occupations. learn about getting at-risk workers to think differently about how they approach electrical safety in their day to-day activities on the job.

sitting disease: get up and moveKaren Kelly, ba, ccws, corporate wellness program director, employee wellness solutions network

We sit at our desks, in our cars, watching TV, at our computers, and even watching our kids’ activities. in fact, we are sitting so much, there is actually a new disease termed “Sitting Disease” to describe the effects of a sedentary lifestyle. This session will look at how much you actually sit during the day and how that impacts your health. learn easy ways to become more active, and different things you can do, even while you are at your desk, to improve your posture, decrease your risk factors and get more fit!

Critical injuries: Fact vs. Fictionchris boccinfuso, regional program coordinator, ministry of labour (mol)

employers need to be aware of their duty to report under the OHSa. employers have a duty to report any deaths or critical injuries to the Ministry of labour for all people, not just employees. They also have a duty to preserve the accident scene until they get clearance from the Ministry. Understand the meaning of the words “person,” “workplace” and “an employer’s duty to report injuries under section 51(1) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSa”).”

mechanical material handlingchuck leon, crsp, p.mm, senior technical consultant, workplace safety & prevention services (wsps)

learn what can go wrong and how to prevent it from happening when receiving, moving, lifting, storing and shipping product. Become more knowledgeable on hazards and necessary controls when working with lift trucks, storing on racks, using manual material handling equipment, ladders, conveyors and other equipment around your loading docks. Revisions to the CSa Standard B335-15 will also be discussed.

new! team-1 academy pavilion

working @ heightsTeaM 1 academy is an MOl approved provider for Working at Heights and specializes not only in safety training but also in rescue with highly skilled, current professional emergency responders with years of ex-perience. This presentation will focus on the practical components of Working at Heights (WaH), such as; prevention; rescue; equipment options; self-retracting lifelines (SRl) and Shock absorbing lanyard options. an open question and answer period will follow, along with a practical demonstration.

Confined space entry/RescueTeaM-1 academy inc. instruction in the area of Confined Space Rescue is second to none and is recognized as the industry leader. This presentation will focus on the practical components of Confined Space work, such as; prevention; how to execute a rescue plan safely and effectively; and confined space options. an open question and answer period will follow, along with a practical demonstration.

seRies 1 9:00 – 10:00 am

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seRies 2 10:30 – 12:00 pm

there’s nothing wrong with your workstation! it’s all about the set upsandra patterson, ergonomist, workplace safety & prevention services (wsps)

alexandra stinson, b.sc., r.Kin, ccpe, pro ergonomics

Many companies struggle with how to provide a safe, comfortable and productive work environment for their employees. This session emphasizes methods to recog-nize, assess and determine practical solutions for MSD risks. Participants will learn an effective and efficient way of completing office ergonomics assessments, highlighting issues that contribute to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Practice what you learned by conducting a practical assessment on our mock workstation!

situational awareness: is your Company Ready for effective learning?Jeremy shorthouse, manager environmental Health & safety, molson coors canada

angelo italiano, senior third party Health & safety specialist, arcelor mittal dofasco

as Health & Safety Management systems continue to evolve, numerous best practice companies are imple-menting strong situational awareness employee pro-grams. in this session, learn from two different com-pany’s situational awareness programs; arcelor Mittal Dofasco`s “SMaRT” program - Situational Management and awareness Recognition and Molson Coors Canada - “SlaM” Program - Stop look assess Manage) and the reasons why they are being so successful and why your company should be implementing a program.

Road safety in ontariochad King, transportation enforcement officer, ministry of transportation

We are all familiar with the “Rules of the Road” while operating our personal vehicles; however when operat-ing a commercial motor vehicle or farm vehicle, these “rules” may differ or have additional requirements. This session will examine some of these differences and/or requirements. Topics will include: CVOR, Farm Vehicles, Registration, licencing, annual inspections, Hand Held Devices, Trip inspections and more! Find out how to be a safer operator and contribute to a safer Ontario!

new! team-1 academy pavilion

information for the TeaM 1 academy Pavilion presentation can be found on page 4 in the session descriptions.

seRies 2 11:00 – 12:00 pm

navigating the Contractor Compliance minefieldryan conlin, partner, stringer llp

it often comes as a surprise to employers that the are responsible for the employees of the contractors they hire. Practical strategies for pre-qualifying contractors for safety compliance, and how to exercise due dili-gence when hiring workers employed by contractors will be discussed. We will examine the unique legal regime under the OHSa when employers contract for construc-tion and how owners can position themselves to avoid OHSa liability as the “constructor” for a project.The hot topic of contracting for staffing agency workers will also be explored.

transforming ehs performance measurement through leading indicatorsmaria vomiero, Health & safety supervisor, toromont cat

learn more about two leading indicator tools for assess-ing and supporting OHS performance improvements. One tool is designed to provide a quick assessment with benchmarks. The second tool provides an opportuni-ties and gaps analysis to support organizational change. Hear some concrete examples of how Toromont CaT is using this tool to improve their workplace H&S perfor-mance, and view an online platform where anyone can assess their workplace H&S performance and bench-mark their performance against other organizations. Participants will have an opportunity to use the quick assessment tool and interpret and discuss their scores.

seRies 2 staggered times: series 2 10:30 – 12:00 pm or series 2 11:00 – 12:00 pm

super session 1.5 hours long

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seRies 3 1:45 – 2:45 pm

distracted drivingclaus wagner, crime prevention officer, city of Hamilton and Host of Q108 “ask a cop”

Distracted driving is cited as a causal factor in 30 to 50% of traffic collisions in Ontario. But it is probably much higher due to under-reporting. Most drivers know they should have their full attention on the road but, in practice, many are not doing so. Research shows dis-tracted drivers are three times more likely to be in a crash than those who are being attentive. attend this session to learn the facts on being distracted while you drive for personal use or on the job.

laughter in the workplacepatsy marshall, president, train on track

Humor has a significant impact on organizations. in fact, shared laughter has a meaningful impact on productivity, creativity, cohesiveness, communication, health and safety in our workplaces. The ability to appreciate humor, the ability to laugh and make other people laugh has many positive benefits for employees, managers, and the entire organization. Come prepared to embrace laughter and learn why it is good for your well-being, as laughter has been described as the best medicine we can embrace.

whmis 2015 and ghs: what you need to knowlynne Holloway, consultant, workplace safety & prevention services (wsps)

dave saucier, manager - Government and regulatory affairs, canadian association of chemical distributers

WHMiS is changing to become globally harmonized. WHMiS 2015 integrates the globally Harmonized System of Classification and labeling of Chemicals (gHS). gain insight on the challenges, solutions and opportuni-ties for your company. emphasis will be on getting you through what you need to do to ensure a smooth transition into the new system and to ensuring everyone knows how to recognize and assess chemical hazards.

new! team-1 academy pavilion

information for the TeaM 1 academy Pavilion presentation can be found on page 4 in the session descriptions.

seRies 3 2:00 – 3:30 pm

mental health in the workplace: how managers should Respondmargaret cernigoj, consultant, workplace safety & prevention services (wsps)

What do you do when you think someone who reports to you has a mental health issue? This session will help participants understand their duties as a manager when accommodating employees with mental health issues. it will help you determine how to recognize it and talk about it, the steps to take when accommodating, the return-to work discussion and the interplay between mental health and harassment.

are your JhsC meetings a waste of time? how to Build effective Committeeslaura Yourkin, cHrp, Hr partner, town of innisfil

learn from past examples of non-functioning joint health and safety committees to discover what aspects of your Joint Health and Safety Committee need improvement. identify what needs to change, how to structure the meetings, improve meeting conduct and how to get all members involved. gain ideas and resources to make your meetings effective and add value to the members and, inherently, the workforce and organization.

seRies 3 staggered times: series 3 1:45 – 2:45 pm or series 3 2:00 – 3:30 pm

super session 1.5 hours long

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seRies 4 3:00 – 4:00 pm

glove safety 101derek coughlin, territory manager Gta, north american automotive specialist, superior Glove works ltd.

Superior glove Works is the go-to source for cut-resis-tant gloves and hand protection. One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Superior is known for their ability to work alongside customers, visiting facilities, and brainstorming solutions to find (or even custom design) the right product for every hand on deck. This presenta-tion, led by Derek Coughlin, will focus on general glove safety, common misconceptions when selecting gloves for specific applications as well as the essential steps to ensure proper glove selection.

supervisor health & safety smartschuck leon, p.mm, crsp, sr. technical consultant, workplace safety & prevention services (wsps)

Supervisors play a critical role in workplace health and safety, employee performance, and productivity. Understand the role of the supervisor and be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed, to competently carry out your essential role in the work-place. group activities and case studies will give you the answers you need to test your knowledge with the “Jeopardy” challenge for Supervisors!

special networking eventsponsored by crsp

3:15 – 4:30 pm

the safety Connectionpaul andre, crsp

The Safety Connection, a presentation and networking event sponsored by the BCRSP, will provide delegates the opportunity to continue making connections and exchange knowledge and ideas. all delegates are invited to attend a brief presentation will provide an overview and update on the BCRSP and is a great opportunity to learn more about the CRSP designation. Hors d‘oeuvres will be served.

seRies 4 3:00 – 4:00 pm

safe at the end of the day.

HEALTH & SAFETY CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW

PARTNERS IN PREVENTION

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special thanks to the 2015 Golden Horseshoe volunteer planning committee.Our dedicated volunteers contribute their time, knowledge and expertise and countless hours to ensure this Health and Safety Conference and Trade Show meets the needs and challenges of workplaces in the golden Horseshoe.

thanks for your hard work!

working @ heightsTeaM 1 academy is an MOl approved provider for Working at Heights and specializes not only in safety training but also in rescue with highly skilled, current professional emergency respond-ers with years of experience. This presentation will focus on the practical components of Working at Heights (WaH), such as; prevention; rescue; equipment options; self-retracting lifelines (SRl) and Shock absorbing lanyard options. an open question and answer period will follow, along with a practical demonstration.

Confined space entry/RescueTeaM-1 academy inc. instruction in the area of Confined Space Rescue is second to none and is recognized as the industry leader. This presentation will focus on the practical components of Confined Space work, such as; prevention; how to execute a rescue plan safely and effectively; and confined space options. an open question and answer period will follow, along with a practical demonstration.

new! team-1 academy pavilion

hotel ReseRvationsHilton niagara Falls & Fallsview suites 6361 Fallsview Blvd 905-354-7887

Room blocks have been arranged at the following special rates:

2 bedroom deluxe suite – Us Falls $129 2 Queen beds, city view – $109

Please book directly indicating that you are a delegate or exhibitor of Partners in Prevention 2015.

visit the trade show!

open 7:00 am – 1:45 pmSee a wide range of health and safety-related products, programs and services.

some oF ouR exhiBitoRs inClude: � 3M Canada � Team 1-academy � Bay Shore Home Health � BCRSP � Canadian Safety equipment inc. � Cancer Care Products � electrical Safety authority (eSa) � ergo advantage � ergotron � levitt Safety � lifttow ltd. � logiserv � Matta Products � Pro ergonomics � Pro Safe � Thomson Reuters � Threads of life � Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS)

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interactive health Fair Take time for yourself and your health. Visit a range of wellness providers and participate in activities that support the services they offer.

speCial FeatuRes at the tRade show

For exhibiting or sponsorship information, contact:

kristina toomey Trade Show & Sponsorship Specialist

1-877-494-9777 x2244 kristina.toomey@wsps.ca

actual prize may not be exactly as shown

a great opportunity for peer-to-peer networking and knowledge exchange.

visit the exhibitors and win some great prizes!

visit the wsps booth for your chance to win a samsung Galaxy tablet

wsps.ca

To register, visit wsps.ca/cert or call 1-877-494-wspsask about special volume and on-site pricing.

when it Comes to JhsC tRainingtRust the expeRtsyou know how important JhsC certification training is — special training

for at least two members of your joint health &

safety committee. it makes good business sense

and it’s the law.

But you might not know that only one JHsc

training provider is both endorsed by cme and trusted as the certification trainer of choice by over

100,000 people in the past 16 years:

workplace safety & prevention services.

wsps offers you customer–focused certification training — parts 1 and 2 — in

convenient classroom locations, on-site (any shift-24/7)

and self-paced formats including an improved ecourse.

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supeR eaRly BiRd Registration Rate: $249 + hst

Register on or before October 23, 2015

eaRly BiRd Registration Rate:

$279 + hst

register on or before november 6, 2015

RegulaR Rate:

$309 + hst

after november 6, 2015

student Rate: $49 + hstavailable to full time students on proof of student id#. limited spaces available! early bird discounts do not apply.

RegistRation inFoRmation

To register or for more information:

partnersinpreventionConference.com/golden1 877 494 9777

volume disCounts payment methodsCheque (made payable to WSPS), Visa, Mastercard, aMeX or invoice (approved credit only)

6 to 9 registrations: 5%10 to 15 registrations: 10%

16 to 20 registrations: 15%21 or more registrations: 20%

Registrations must be made at the same time to be eligible.

RegistRation Rates include continental breakfast, keynote speakers, lunch, conference sessions and admission to trade show.

The early bird rate cannot be combined with any other discount or special offer. Volunteer, safety group, volume discounts and any other discounts or special offers cannot be combined.

spaCe is limited We reserve the right to make venue and date changes with notice, speaker changes without notice and to cancel an event due to low registrations. no refunds or cancellations accepted after november 12. Substitutions welcome.

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