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Superior has an excellent lineup of keynote speakers who will inspire and motivate you. Designed specifically for workplaces in the north, this year’s conference will address the challenges you face and provide solutions that best meet your health and safety needs. The solutions focused Trade Show will provide you access to a variety of exhibitors displaying the latest products and services to help you improve your health and safety performance.

Whether you are a seasoned health and safety professional or an emerging advocate just starting out, this conference has something for everyone.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Morning Keynote � 8:00–9:00 am Kevin Rempel Author | Paralympian

Be the Hero of Your Own MovieParalyzed after a motocross crash in 2006, Kevin had to face unsurmountable odds while learning to walk again at the age of 23. Adding to this, Kevin had to deal with his father, Gerry, who also was living in a wheelchair, after a fall that left him a

complete paraplegic one year from retirement. Unfortunately Gerry couldn’t deal with living with his circumstances and took his own life in July 2007. That following year, “Remps” as he likes to be called by his friends, found sledge hockey and set his sights on making Team

Canada and playing in the Paralympics. Since then he has travelled the world, inspired thousands of people, and has published his biography titled "Still Standing - When You Have Every Reason To Give Up, Keep Going". Kevin’s story has been featured around the world on TSN, BBC Sport, and CTV. Kevin is an ambassador for RBC’s, Wings For Life, and Movember. To this day Kevin still loves to ride his motorcycle and is focused on helping grow the sport of sledge hockey through his newest venture, the Sledge Hockey Experience.

Luncheon Keynote � 12:30–1:30 pmDr. Stacy Irvine, BSc. Kin; M.Sc.; D.C.; CSCS Co-Founder, Totum Life Science and Contributing Fitness Editor for Chatelaine magazine

Finding Your FlowWe are all crazy busy these days! How do we manage to put all the pieces of work, family, exercise and nutrition together in a manageable and enjoyable way? Dr. Irvine has

continued to pursue her clinical education with additional training including Golf Training, Concussion Baseline Testing, ART™, FRC™ and Kinstretch along with various sports related certifications for chiropractic treatment. Dr. Irvine has a passion for improving people’s lives through inspired education and motivation, and is a sought after speaker at conferences across the country.

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9:15–10:15 am Choose OneWorkplace Violence and Harassment: Beyond Bill 132 and 168Chris Lloyd, Partner, Daniels Lloyd LLP

We have all heard about Bill 132 and 168, but now what? Ministry of Labour inspectors have powers that can be exercised in respect of workplace harassment. Employers are likely to face challenges in managing these new requirements and powers as they can give rise to some complex and thorny issues. This session will provide assistance to employers in understanding compliance expectations and managing the impact of the new requirements and expanded powers of the Ministry of Labour.

Going Beyond the Traditional Safety ToolboxJorge Mitre, P.Eng., APEGGA, Industrial Director, Tenaris

Workplace dynamics and complexity are growing continuously, bringing new challenges to the companies and employees every day. Traditional approaches based on training, signing, etc. are extensively in use, but bringing only marginal improvements. The industry’s commitment to permanently increase safety performance requires us to look for more complex and sophisticated tools. In looking at the late findings in behavior economics, we can see the limitations of our traditional approach as well as find new opportunities to enrich our toolbox and become more efficient in designing safer work environments.

Effective and Efficient Workplace InspectionsLouise Caicco Tett, MPH, B.Sc., CRSP, President Health and Safety Professionals Inc.

Chris Alfano, Health & Safety Officer, Algoma District School Board

Are you responsible for completing workplace inspections? Join us to learn your legal responsibilities and how to identify workplace hazards. You will use a fun and interactive online tool to apply the concepts. You will learn how to use a game-based learning platform, conduct inspections, and apply this knowledge to your workplace. Please bring your smartphone or tablet to fully participate in the presentation.

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Mobile Technology and Ergonomic Factors…Are You at Risk?Patricia Hope, Principal Ergonomist, Superior Ergonomics

With the trend for more flexible working environments, mobile technology is used in the majority of workplaces and presents unique challenges to workers. This interactive session will explore various types of mobile technology and related ergonomic risks, and provide insight into solutions to help prevent injury and maintain wellbeing. Other computer workstation potential risks will also be discussed.

Measuring Stress in the WorkplaceJohn Oudyk, CiH, ROH, Occupational Hygienist Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers

Now that the WSIB will be recognizing disablements due to chronic stress, it is important for workplaces to know what kinds of stress are present in the workplace. OHCOW and CCOHS have developed a tool for measuring workplace stress called StressAssess. This presentation will review the research that went into developing the tool and show you how it can be used to improve the psychological health and safety in your workplace. There will also be a chance to try out the tool yourself.

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11:00 am–12:00 pm Choose OneHot Topics in OHS LawChris Lloyd, Partner, Daniels and Lloyd LLP

In this session, we will discuss recent occupational health and safety developments arising from the courts, adjudicators and legislation. This quick-paced discussion will provide practical commentary on a variety of issues and developments including: the relationship between the general duty clause and the regulations, historic changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, sentencing developments, the scope of the workplace under the Canada Labour Code, and due diligence. In addition to hearing about recent legal developments, this session will feature a question period for attendees to have their occupational health and safety law questions addressed

Non-Occupational Electrical InjuriesDr. Joel Moody, Director, Safety Risk, Policy and Innovation Electrical Safety Authority

Electrical injuries can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality. In children, the injuries tend to occur in non-occupational settings such as homes, but they can also occur in occupational settings such as schools or day care settings. This presentation will describe the epidemiological findings related to electrical injury in children, and present strategies that have been developed to prevent and to reduce the incidence of these injuries in children.

Fire Safety and Emergency Planning in Today’s WorldAaron Gravelle, Public Education Officer, Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services

This session will discuss the various aspects of fire safety in our world today. With changes in building materials, housing styles, technology and laws, the need for proper fire safety instruction and information has grown significantly, along with the need to be proactive in planning for the unexpected. Education is the first line of defense against tragedies in our world today.

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Psychosocial ErgonomicsTrevor Schell, Ergonomist/Health and Safety Specialist Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers Inc

With recent changes to legislation and standards the importance of incorporating psychosocial hazards into a comprehensive health and safety program is becoming a focus of employers. This session will introduce the audience to what psychosocial ergonomics is and how these hazards can contribute to musculoskeletal injuries. Literature and statistics will be presented along with ways to assess psychosocial hazards and perform effective workplace interventions.

Fentanyl, Opioids and Airborne Contaminants in our CommunityTerri Nicholson, Concurrent Disorders Counsellor, Sault Area Hospital

Desiree Beck, Outreach & Community Coordinator, Group Health Centre

Terri and Desiree will share their perspectives regarding the Opiate Crisis and the climate of what’s currently happening in our community. Combined they have 30 years of varied experience in the Addictions and Mental Health field in Sault Ste. Marie, as well as Ottawa, Thunder Bay, Vancouver, and New Zealand. Both women dedicate their work to supporting people who use drugs, and advocating for the inclusion and equal treatment of them in their respective roles. In addition to their front line positions, they are both active members of the Sault Ste. Marie & Are Drug Strategy Committee, and work collaboratively alongside a number of partner agencies. During their presentation they will share information regarding what is impacting the increase in overdose deaths in SSM and how Harm Reduction affects all members of our community. Terri and Desiree have their own styles of intervention and ideas about cultivating hope in a challenging time.


1:30–2:30 pmChoose OneBill 148 Changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 Colette Villeneuve, ES Program Manager, Ministry of Labour

Workers in Ontario have the right to strong protections at work. Fairness and decency must continue to be the defining values of our workplaces. These legislative changes seek to create more opportunity and security for workers across Ontario. This session will focus on the changes made to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 as a result of Bill 148, such as: Equal Pay for Equal Work Provisions: Casual, Part-time, Temporary & Seasonal Employees, Overtime Pay, Employee Misclassification, Joint Liability, Paid Leaves, and Penalties for Non-Compliance of the ESA.

High Performing CommitteesDylan Eldred, Health and Safety Manager, McCormick

Most members of high-performing teams report that it’s fun and satisfying work, because they are asked to contribute at their highest potential, and they learn a lot along the way. In the long run, teams with a clear purpose and good chemistry drive results. This session will review the top characteristics of high-performing teams, and show how your JHSC – or other team – can achieve success in a fun and dynamic way.

Chronic Mental StressLina Bava, Service Delivery Manager, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board

Good mental health is key to having healthy and productive workplaces in Ontario. Effective January 1, 2018 people with work-related chronic mental stress may be eligible for WSIB benefits. Officials from the WSIB will describe the recent legislative and policy changes related to chronic mental stress, as well as the WSIB’s service delivery approach.

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Outcomes of a Psychosocial and Fitness Intervention in Wildland Firefighters: Applications You Can Use!Dr. Sandra Dorman, Ph.D., B.Sc., Director Centre for Research in Occupational Safety and Health Laurentian University

Caleb Leduc, Research Development Manager at Centre for Research in Occupational Safety and Health, Laurentian University

Wildland firefighters are exposed to extreme physical and psychological challenges, including rough terrain, heavy equipment, long hours, personal risk, poor sleep, and a variety of unpredictable elements. In collaboration with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services, CROSH co-developed a psychosocial education and fitness interventions designed to improve task-specific physical fitness and decrease worker stress amongst wildland firefighters. The program was successfully implemented at firebases across Ontario and preliminary outcomes have been positive. This presentation will provide a brief overview of the process used to develop and implement the program and discuss opportunities for similar physically and psychologically demanding industries to benefit from the evidence- based outcomes.

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The Escape Room!Dylan Eldred, Health and Safety Manager, McCormick

Based on the popular activity of the "Escape Room". Join us for a fun, interactive and educational method of ensuring that training "sticks". The scenario is coordinated around lockout/tagout requirements, and includes a theory portion, combined with a group activity. Answer questions based on what you learned—get a key—and see if it works! Can you escape???

What You Know Can Hurt You: Risk Assessment for EquipmentMike Wilson, B.E.Sc., P. Eng., CMSE®, CRSP Machine Safety Specialist Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

Estimating risk is one thing – a comprehensive risk assessment is another. Before installing, modifying or even building a machine, it is a good practice to carefully review potential hazards and the related risk. Your advantage: Identifying measures for risk reduction can be incorporated early in the design phases – doing away with cost-intensive and laborious rework on machinery. Learn more about good practices and common elements of a sound risk assessment approach This session will outline hazard identification, an overview of a risk assessment methodology, apply the hierarchy of controls and discuss good practice approaches that can be found across CSA, ANSI, ISO standards related to machine safety.

Ticks and Lyme Disease: What You Need to Know Nicole Lindahl, Public Health Inspector, Algoma Public Health

In this presentation, we will talk about Algoma Public Health’s role for passive surveillance in regards to ticks and Lyme disease, and disease prevention. The presentation outline includes the following topics: Lyme disease; Blacklegged ticks and their habitat; Algoma Public Health’s surveillance program; Symptoms of Lyme disease; Personal precautions and the Safe removal of ticks!

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Falls Prevention, Equipment Standards and Rescues from Heights: What You Need to Know Scott Patrick, Honeywell

The purpose of a rescue plan is to establish guidelines for responding after a fall arrest event and to minimize the amount of at-risk behavior of the rescuer during a rescue attempt. Authorized rescuers must be trained by a competent rescuer trainer before being exposed to a fall hazard or potential rescue application on how to inspect, anchor, assemble and use the fall protection and rescue equipment used in locations where employees work. This session will provide awareness of fall hazard recognition; hazard elimination and control methods, and applicable fall protection and rescue regulations.

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Highlights!Visit the trade show to meet a range of vendors, network with your peers and gain valuable knowledge on new products and best practices to assist you at your workplace. You might even win a prize or two!

Visit The Trade Show�7:00 am – 3:30 pmSee a wide range of health and safety related products, programs and services.

For exhibit or sponsorship information contact:

Kristina Toomey, Trade Show & Sponsorship Specialist T: 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) or 905 614 1400 x2244 E: [email protected]

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Registration & Breakfast 7:15–8:00 am

Morning Keynote � 7:45–8:30 am Keith O’Neil Superbowl Champion | Author and Founder of 4th and Forever Foundation

Under My HelmetUnder My Helmet is the intensely personal story of a man working every day to prove his worth while struggling with a debilitating, and for years, undiagnosed mental illness.

Sleepless nights, unending anxiety and suicidal thoughts clouded his mind so dramatically, he even considered quitting the NFL multiple times. Two years later, during his time with the Indiana Colts that resulted in a Superbowl championship, he was still marked by

bouts of anxiety, depression and a slow descent to madness. It was not until Keith was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder that things began to make sense. Embarking on a new journey, one that he is still on and will always be on, he shares his battles and the steps he’s taken to overcome adversity. His Foundation, 4th and Forever, is dedicated to assisting those living with and affected by mental health conditions, through programs that raise awareness, promote education and fund research to alleviate mental illness.

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Luncheon 11:45 am–12:45 pm Awards & Networking

Join us in the Ballroom for lunch, the results of our photography contest, prize draws and some vintage safety videos!

BOOK SIGNINGKeith will be signing copies

of his book following his keynote address.

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Hiring and Accommodating Workers with DisabilitiesJennifer Threndyle, AODA Specialist, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

Since 2016, employers have been managing the impact the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act (AODA), e Employment Standard, has had on the workplace particularly employment recruitment and selection to return-to-work accommodation. This session will provide an overview of current AODA requirements and outline best practices for implementation. From writing effective job descriptions to conducting a hazard identification risk assessment as part of the accommodation process – you won't want to miss this session!

CAN/CSA-B354.1-04 (R2016): Portable Elevating Work PlatformsKevin Kelly, Safety Trainer, Equipment World

Termed, "aerial platform", this updated Standard applies to portable, elevating work platforms with bases that cannot be driven or moved horizontally while the platform is in an elevated position. The operation of any aerial platform is subject to certain hazards that can only be protected against by having competent and diligent personnel trained in the intended use, safe operation, maintenance, and servicing of this type of equipment. In this session you will learn more about the updates to this standard and the safe operation of this equipment.

The What and Why of Functional Safety, Risk Assessment for Equipment and CSA UpdatesMike Wilson, B.E.Sc., P. Eng., CMSE®, CRSP Machine Safety Specialist, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

CSA Z432-16 Safeguarding of Machinery has undergone recent updates of which includes functional safety. Functional safety focuses on the performance of the entire control system - hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic systems - and is critical for controlling machine related hazards. This session will review the basic concepts and considerations around functional safety including; identifying safety functions, outlining best practices and common elements of risk assessment methodology, and hazard identification. Learn how to apply the hierarchy of controls and discuss good practice approaches that can be found across CSA, ANSI, ISO standards related to machine safety.

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The Truth About Drug and Alcohol Testing Dan Demers, Senior Manager Strategic Business Development, CanAmm

Is drug testing in the workplace legal? Are the methods used for testing the same? This workshop will explore these questions, as well as discuss the “3 Keys To Trustworthy Testing Applications;” produce Legally Defensible Results (Fair & Reliable), conform with the Current Standards, and ensure Information & Results are Managed Confidentially. Learn more about drug testing in the workplace, the risks, the latest methods, technology and more! You won't want to miss this very important and timely session.

Ergonomics: Are you Optimizing Human Performance?Tanya Muller, Ergonomist Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS)

Come to this session to see how ergonomics can play a role in injury causation and/or prevention. This interactive workshop will illustrate how using good ergonomics design principles will positively impact workers performance both physically and cognitively. Various games and examples will be used to allow participants the opportunity to gain practical experience to incorporate ergonomics into their health & safety program including: Musculoskeletal Disorder hazard identification, workplace inspections, purchasing, tips for accident investigations, as well developing recommendations to reduce the risk of injury..

Burst Your Bubble: Mental Health in the WorkplaceWill Stratford, Health and Safety Manager, Waterloo North Hydro Lisa Carricato, Educator, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)

This session identifies the lessons learned by a hydro utility in Ontario that wrestled with implementing a mental health program. In this interactive session, you will learn how attempting to eliminate the stigma of mental illness brings you face-to-face with social issues in every workplace and in every family. Learn how managers should respond proactively to mental health issues and how to create a workplace culture that is supportive.

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On December 1, 2018, employers must complete the transition to WHMIS 2015. After this date, only WHMIS 2015 can be used.* Don’t be caught out of compliance.

WSPS CAN HELP. Visit WSPS.CA/WHMIS2015 or call 1 877 494 WSPS (9777)

*For federal employers, the deadline is June 1, 2019.

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Rate Framework: Transforming the WSIB’s Premium Rate Setting ModelSean Baird, Vice President, Employer Services Workplace Safety & Insurance Board

The WSIB is transforming the way premium rates are set for almost 300,000 businesses all across Ontario. Our new premium rate setting model will increase fairness, boost transparency, and be more reflective of individual employer claims experience. As we get closer to implementation in 2020, we’re here to support you and ensure you’re prepared for our new model.

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Workshop Special Bonus SAVE $249The conversation around managing marijuana in the workplace continues. With less than six months away from legalization, WSPS is offering an interactive workshop to help employers update their existing policies and procedures. This workshop is being offered in communities across Ontario but for attendees of Partners in Prevention Superior, this workshop has been included in the conference price.

Marijuana and the Workplace: Managing the Impact of Legalization and Policy DevelopmentDan Demers, Senior Manager, Strategic Business Development

The topic of marijuana access and its use is sensitive, complex and highly polarized with issues and implications for health and safety. Policy is the foundation of a drug-safe workplace, but policy missteps are unfortunately easy to make and often costly. This workshop will cover the essential components of a legally sound policy, the key organizational questions that need to be answered, when to update your policy and when to replace it, as well as peer

to peer dialogue focused on change management in your business. Policy is not just about paper, it’s about people, changing views and workplace culture. The interactive content will help fast track your organization through this otherwise painful process and leave you feeling clear, confident and ready for change.

Participants who complete the policy development questionnaire during the workshop will receive a tailored policy draft for their path forward. Pre-registration recommended to avoid disappointment! Register on-line or call our Customer Care Department to pre-register for this workshop. (Must register for PIP to be eligible for this workshop)

Hotel InformationQuattro Hotel and Conference Centre 229 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie ONGroup Rate: $114.00 + 13% GST and 3% DMF. Call 705-942-2500 to book direct. Remember to mention the room block ID “WSPS”

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Registration DetailsPAYMENT METHODS Cheque (made payable to WSPS), Visa, Mastercard, AMEX or Invoice (approved credit only).

REGISTRATION RATES include hot breakfast, keynote speakers, lunch, conference sessions, admission to the trade show.

Early bird rate cannot be combined with any other discount or special offer. Volunteer, safety group, volume discounts and any other discounts or special offers cannot be combined.

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