EMPLOYERS
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT
On average a lost time injury in Ontario will cost a business more than $59,000 in direct and indirect costs. (Source: MOL) Insurance payments, special medical expenses, benefits and any wages paid to injured employees, are some of the direct costs associated with a workplace injury such as hidden costs such as; Direct Loss of Time, Contingent Costs, Indirect Loss of Time, Damage to Equipment, Increased Overhead.
Post the Occupational Health & Safety Act
Follow Proper Procedure in Case of Injury
Provide First Aid Training & First Aid Kits
(Source: WSIB)
REDUCE WSIB PREMIUMS
Safe Communities Incentive Program provides safety training and resources to businesses in the Ottawa area enabling them to implement safety programs, save on WSIB premiums and reduce injuries while improving their bottom lines.
Find out more about SCIP
PASSPORT EMPLOYER PROGRAM
Passport Employer is a program for businesses that typically hire young workers, it encourages them to commit to hire only youth who have successfully completed the Passport to Safety program. By joining this program businesses across Ottawa are leading the way in helping keep young people safe and ensure they can pursue their personal dreams and goals.
DID YOU KNOW?
Over 40% of injuries to young workers occur in the service industry - restaurants, stores, hotels.
(Source: www.hs101.ca)
TAKE ACTION
Become a Passport Employer
Take SCIP Training
PASSPORT EMPLOYERS
Hydro Ottawa
Ministry of Labour
