Co-Op Basics
Workplace Rights
Resume and Interviews
Health and Safety
Transferable Skills
100

The document that allows you to safely work at your co-op.

What is the Work Education Agreement form?

100

You have the right to refuse work if this condition exists.

What is unsafe working conditions?

100

This short sentence at the top of your résumé tells employers what you’re aiming for.

What is an objective?

100

If a fire alarm goes off at work, your first action should be this.

What is evacuate the building?

100

This is the ability to organize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage your time effectively.    

What is time management?

200

The website where you track your hours. 

What is Hour Republic?

200

These are required by law to be worn or used to keep you safe at work.

What is PPE?

200

You should always bring this document to a job interview, even if you already sent it.

What is a resume?

200

This acronym identifies potentially dangerous substances at work.

What is WHMIS?

200

When you can find solutions to problems independently, you're using this skill.    

What is problem-solving?

300

Call the supervisor, call the school, call your teacher. 

What is the absence protocol?

300

This organization enforces workplace safety laws in Ontario.

What is the Ministry of Labour?

300

A list of 2-3 people who can speak about your work habits.

What are references?

300

The name of the program in Ontario that ensures young workers are aware of their rights and safety (also the first certificate we completed in Co-Op).

What is "Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps"?

300

This skill involves using facts and logic to make sound decisions.    

What is critical thinking?

400

You need to get this form signed before working extra hours.

What is the Outside Work Education Agreement Form?

400

You are entitled to this minimum unpaid break after working 5 hours in Ontario.

What is a 30 minute break?

400

This is a short document sent with your résumé that explains why you’re a good fit for the job.

What is a cover letter?

400

These must be accessible and contain instructions for handling hazardous products.

What are Safety Data Sheets?

400

The ability to keep going even when work gets tough. 

What is perseverance or determination?

500

Personal Information, medical information and business transactions.

What are examples of confidential information?

500

The right to know, the right to participate, and the right to refuse unsafe work.

What are the three rights guaranteed under the Occupational Health and Safety Act?

500

It’s a good idea to send this within 24 hours after an interview.

What is a thank you email or note?

500

Slippery floors, exposed wires, and blocked exits are all examples of this.

What are workplace hazards?

500

This term describes the ability to adjust to new roles, responsibilities, or environments.

What is adaptability?

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