The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast from the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario; one thought-provoking discussion at a time.
<p>We engage with professionals and industry influencers to help them implement and improve health and safety solutions for workers and the workplace. Each episode explores best practices, resources, and training to control and eliminate safety hazards in work environments involving high-risk activities in the industries that IHSA serves: construction, transportation, and electric utilities
The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), one of the largest insurance organizations in North America, offers various supports and benefits to injured workers, including income replacement benefits, medical coverage, and assistance with returning to work or recovery. In this episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast, Suzanne McClelland, Manager, Stakeholder Relations at WSIB, provides a step-by-step process for addressing and reporting workplace injuries, illnesses, and possible exposure. A key topic Suzanne discusses is the critical steps employers can take when an injury or exposure has occurred, which include:
· Providing first aid and keeping a record of treatment
· Transporting the injured worker or paying for their transportation to the hospital if they need further treatment
· Investigating the cause of injury or illness and keeping records of findings
· Planning preventive actions to take to minimize the risk of further workplace injuries
Free Resources:
WSIB.ca
Your Guide: Benefits, Services and Responsibilities – Claimant edition | WSIB
Reporting a Work-related injury
WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program
Mandatory WSIB coverage in Construction
Resources for Small Businesses
Other Resources
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