Young Workers

  2005 Ontario Young Worker Safety Initiatives/Programs Inventory - From the Young Worker Project of the Ontario Ministry of Labour, this inventory has been collated to help those involved in health and safety for new and young workers reference existing projects, programs and resources. The list is limited to resources specifically designed or intended to educate or raise awareness among:

  • young workers;
  • persons in the workplace that hire or supervise young workers;
  • parents, guardians and families of young workers;
  • educators from elementary to post-secondary; or
  • community leaders who have a leadership role with youth.
(330 kB download)   20050413

Passport to Safety - a national awareness and education support program devoted to eliminating injuries and deaths in Canadian workplaces, focusing on young workers aged 24 and under.  The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), the Ministry of Labour, and the Ministry of Natural Resources are all key partners in supporting the program in Ontario.  20030610

WorkSmartOntario - the first site of its kind in Canada, it offers a comprehensive "one-stop shopping" experience for young workers. Provides easy access to occupational health and safety and employment standards information on a single web site.  20030610

WSIB Young Worker Awareness Program 20020910

WSIB Annual Ontario Workplace Safety Student Video Awards Contest 20020606

  Young Worker Facts - a summary of the top five causes of injury and types of injuries for young workers, as well as twelve steps to be taken by young workers, their employers/supervisors, and their parents to promote safety. (19 kB download)  20020606

 
  

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