Small Biz Safety Podcast Episode 42 | Balancing business and safety: Tips to save time and money
Struggling to balance business and managing health and safety? WSPS consultant Amanda Gorman shares simple ways to make safety part of your daily routine to save time, money, and stress. Plus, get the latest on the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development inspections and how to prepare.
Resources For This Week's Topics
In the News: Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development inspections
The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) aims to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses and promotes and enforces employment standards. Each year, provincial health and safety campaigns focus on specific high-risk hazards or topics. This year, the following campaigns will take place:
April 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026 - Material Handling
April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026 - Exposure to Chemical Agents
April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026 - WHMIS Training
June 2, 2025 – March 31, 2026 - MSD Prevention in the Retail Sector
Learn more about current inspections and access free resources and webinars.
Balancing Business and Safety
Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre to get free resources and guides to help build a strong health and safety program.
What does the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) mean?
Health & Safety Awareness Training for Ontario Workers
New worker training: Are you meeting your legal requirements?
Do your workplace supervisors understand their role?
Quick Safety Tips - Supervisors
Appointing Competent Supervision
Contact Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
Looking for Small Biz resources and more information? Visit the WSPS Small Business Centre
Have health and safety questions? Contact the WSPS Customer Care Online or call 1-877-494-WSPS (9777)
Have questions about this podcast of show ideas? We'd love to hear from you! Contact smallbizsafety@wsps.ca
