Safety Week
When is Safety Week 2025?
May 5-9, 2025
Who is allowed to give an opinion on health and safety in the workplace?
Everyone should be encouraged and supported to speak up on health and safety
What is one of two safety incentive programs Gillam has implemented on site to encourage everyone to prioritize Health & Safety?
Don't Walk By
Rewarding Safe Behaviour
Why is it important to wear PPE on a construction site?
It is essential for protecting yourself from various hazards. It acts as a barrier between you and potential sources of injury, reducing risks of accidents, and ensuring your safety.
What term is used when referring to the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of individuals in the workplace?
Mental Health
What is this years Safety Week Theme?
All in Together - Plan. Own. Commit
Ontario legislation requires this plan for high-risk construction activities, which can be improved through worker suggestions.
Job Hazard Analysis/Safe Work Procedures/Field Level Risk Assessments
If you didn't understand due to what something was called, or if there is a language barrier, what should you do?
Ask your supervisor for clarification or translation. Success depends on everyone understanding safety protocols
What are 4 mandatory pieces of PPE required on the LOFT Bradford House site?
Hard Hats
Safety Glasses
High Visibility Vests
Steel toed Boots
This type of fatigue, often caused by overwork or stress, can lead to impaired decision-making and increased safety risks.
Mental Fatigue
What are 2 of the 5 Hierarchy of Controls?
Elimination
Substitution
Engineering Controls
Administration Controls
PPE
The best safety ideas often come from people doing this.
Working on the front lines.
What are two committees set up through the course of a project where individuals can raise concerns?
Joint Health & Safety Committee
Worker Trade Committee
When should PPE be work on a construction site?
PPE should be worn at all times when entering into a construction site, and keeping it on throughout the duration of work activities. PPE should only be removed once you have exited the hazardous area.
This workplace strategy includes flexible hours, support from management and open communication to reduce stress
Psychologically Safe Work Environment
Who shares the ownership & responsibility of Health & Safety on a worksite?
Every one of us
In Ontario, this online platform allows employers to share and find innovative safety practices
What are 3 Workers Rights?
Right to Know about Health & Safety matters
Right to Participate in decisions that could affect their Health & Safety
Right to Refuse Work that could affect their Health & Safety and that of others
How should PPE be maintained and inspected?
PPE should be maintained in a good condition. Regular inspections are necessary to check for signs of wear and tear, damage or deterioration. Damaged or defective PPE should be replaced immediately.
Checking in with your coworkers regularly about how they're doing is one way to help promote this in the workplace.
Mental Wellness
This government body oversees workplace health and safety regulations in Ontario
Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
By encouraging and welcoming new ideas, and sharing past experiences and lessons learned, we can be sure we all do what?
Return home safely at the end of the day
Your employer has the responsibility to do what, to help you learn about the hazards in the workplace?
Training
Who should provide proper training on the use of PPE and Why?
Employers must provide proper training on the use of PPE to ensure employees understand how to properly select, wear and maintain protective equipment, to recognize workplace hazards, understand limitations of PPE, and empower workers to know how to use PPE effectively.
This official workplace document should not include mental health risks and supports, along side physical ones.
Health and Safety Policy