The University is committed to maintaining a safe work and study environment for faculty, staff, students, visitors and contractors. This training covers the requirements when contracting for services and projects to ensure that the University takes all necessary steps to prevent accidents, injuries and illnesses to employees of contractors, its own employees and others. This includes establishing appropriate prequalifying and monitoring procedures for contractors. The training and associated program is written in accordance with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario (OHSA) and will allow the University to meet due diligence standards with respect to selection and management of the safety of contractors. This 3-hour seminar focuses on:
- roles and responsibilities
- designation of type of work to be performed (construction vs service contract work)
- practices for distinct categories of contract work
- protocol for dealing with unsafe work/non-compliance
Eligibility: |
University of Guelph employees who have the authority for contracting work to a third party and/or the performance of such work |
Topic: |
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Instructor(s): |
Rachel Pinto
Manager, Occupational Hygiene and Safety Environmental Health and Safety |
Format: |
Training
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Location: |
168 Alexander Hall |
Date: |
Thursday February 20, 2025 |
Time: |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ( 3 hours ) |
Contact: |
Rachel Pinto x58860 |
Maximum Attendance: |
25 |
Advanced Registration: |
This event requires 24 hours of advanced registration. Please register before February 19, 2025, 9:00 AM |