How to ensure optimal environmental safety in the workplace

Exposure to chemicals and other hazardous substances, such as toxic waste, is much more common than you would think in the workplace. Environmental safety has always been a concern, but the pandemic has shown us that practices around sustainability are vital to the future of the industry. That’s why it’s so important for employers to ensure that their environmental safety plans are up to scratch. Join a panel of experts as they dive into a conversation on environmental safety today.

• What types of sustainable PPE solutions can organizations consider?

• How to effectively communicate with workers around environmental safety.

• Waste disposal best practices for workers and employers.

• Tip and tricks to stay up to date on Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) compliance.

Integrating a radical safety culture from the top down

Leaders have an important role to play in workplace safety. Poorly designed equipment, operations and working conditions can all encourage unsafe behaviours. This session will address specific ways your business can adopt a safety-orientated culture – from the top down.

Adaptability and other traits that are imperative to career growth

Being able to adapt to changing environments and work processes enables you to grow faster in your career, as it means you are open to learning new things, taking on new challenges, and making adjustments that suit transitions in the workplace. What other skills are required by a safety leader today? This session will feature a panel of leaders and their unique perspectives on the key skills that will help drive success in the safety industry.

Talent retention and the influence of a strong safety culture on engagement

A strong workplace culture is key for organizations wishing to attract and keep top talent and improve employee wellbeing. And a robust safety culture is integral to this, now more so than ever. Factors such as salary, training, cash incentives and the all-important flexibility are essential to leadership retaining talent. In this session, hear how organizations and safety professionals are navigating talent management and retention and investing to build a strong culture of safety.

New perspective: A panel of rising stars

In a rapidly changing industry, a new generation of talent is emerging. And they are bringing with them innovative ideas around health and safety and new standards for the workplace as a whole. Hear from a panel of rising stars as they discuss their industry experiences thus far and some of the biggest topics in safety today.

The health and safety risks of tomorrow

As the workplace evolves, so do workplace hazards. What does the future hold for the safety profession? What potential hazards should the industry begin to prepare for? This session will examine potential new risks that may arise in the near (or distant) future.

Award Presentations:

• Canada’s Safest New Employer
• The Chemistry Industry Association of Canada Award for Canada’s Safest Chemistry Employer
• Canada’s Safest Mining & Natural Resources Employer
• Best Environment Management Program
• The MSA Safety Award for Canada’s Safest Oil & Gas Employer
• The WSPS Award for CEO of the Year
• Canada’s Safest Utilities & Electrical Employer
• Canada’s Safest Employer for Young Workers
• Canada’s Safest Construction Employer
• The Minerva Award for Rising Star of the Year
• Canada’s Safest Employer in Services Sector
• Canada’s Safest Logistics and Supply Chain Employer
• Canada’s Safest Manufacturing Employer
• The Avetta Award for Best Safety Industry Provider
• Canada’s Safest Public Sector/Non-Profit Employer
• Canada’s Safest Public Transportation Employer
• The BGIS Award for Safety Leader of the Year
• Best Wellness and Psychological Safety Program
• Most Innovative Use of Safety Technology
• The WSIB Award for Canada’s Best Health & Safety Culture