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SUMMARY:Introduction to JOHSC (held in Kelowna) - September 22
DESCRIPTION:This one-day (8-hour\, in-person) course covers the essentials for all new health and safety committee members and serves as an introduction to Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees. \nLearning objectives: \n\nOutline your role and scope as a JOHSC member\nName sections of WSBC regulation\, guidelines\, and Workers Compensation Act relevant to JOHSC members\nDescribe the role of the JOHSC member in the work refusal process\nExamine the role of JOHSC members in workplace inspections\, incident investigation\, hazard identification and risk assessment\n\nThis course meets WorkSafeBC OHS Regulatory requirements (Section 3.27). \nTopics covered in the course: \n\nThe structure of health and safety in British Columbia\nRoles and Responsibilities\nHealth and Safety Rights\nWhat is expected of a health and safety committee?\nRoles and Responsibilities\nDuties and Functions\nCommittee Terms of Reference\nCommittee Evaluations\nHazard identification\, risk assessment and control\nErgonomics\, is it an issue?\nPsychological wellness: why do we need to talk about this?\nInspections\nInvestigations\n\nCourse Length: 8 hours \nCourse certificate is provided through CSSHSA Learning Centre. \nCancellation and rebooking policy: \nIf you are unable to attend the course\, please provide at least five (5) business days’ notice prior to the course date to receive a full refund or rebook at no additional cost. \nCancellations must be submitted by email to training@csshsa.ca. \nImportant Note: A minimum of 8 participants is required for the training to proceed. If fewer than 8 participants are confirmed 3 days prior to the session\, the course will be rescheduled and participants will be notified. \nLunch Information: Please note that lunch is not provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch or take advantage of the many nearby dining options. \nTraining Location: Please note that this session is being hosted at John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay in Kelowna. 
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/introduction-to-johsc-held-in-kelowna-september-22/
LOCATION:John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay\, 1440 St Paul Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1Y 2E6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T170000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to JOHSC (held in Vancouver) - September 23
DESCRIPTION:This one-day (8-hour\, in-person) course covers the essentials for all new health and safety committee members and serves as an introduction to Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees. \nLearning objectives: \n\nOutline your role and scope as a JOHSC member\nName sections of WSBC regulation\, guidelines\, and Workers Compensation Act relevant to JOHSC members\nDescribe the role of the JOHSC member in the work refusal process\nExamine the role of JOHSC members in workplace inspections\, incident investigation\, hazard identification and risk assessment\n\nThis course meets WorkSafeBC OHS Regulatory requirements (Section 3.27). \nTopics covered in the course: \n\nThe structure of health and safety in British Columbia\nRoles and Responsibilities\nHealth and Safety Rights\nWhat is expected of a health and safety committee?\nRoles and Responsibilities\nDuties and Functions\nCommittee Terms of Reference\nCommittee Evaluations\nHazard identification\, risk assessment and control\nErgonomics\, is it an issue?\nPsychological wellness: why do we need to talk about this?\nInspections\nInvestigations\n\nCourse Instructor(s): \nJackie Lee\, OHS Advisor\, CSSHSA \nCourse Length: 8 hours \nCourse certificate is provided through CSSHSA Learning Centre. \nCancellation and rebooking policy: \nIf you are unable to attend the course\, please provide at least five (5) business days’ notice prior to the course date to receive a full refund or rebook at no additional cost. \nCancellations must be submitted by email to training@csshsa.ca. \nImportant Note: A minimum of 8 participants is required for the training to proceed. If fewer than 8 participants are confirmed 3 days prior to the session\, the course will be rescheduled and participants will be notified. \nLunch Information: Please note that lunch is not provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch or take advantage of the many nearby dining options. \n 
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/introduction-to-johsc-sept-23-2026/
LOCATION:Grandview Room – Renfrew Centre\, 300–2889 E. 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="CSSHSA":MAILTO:healthsafety@csshsa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T120000
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SUMMARY:CSSHSA Learning Centre - Training Webinar - September 29
DESCRIPTION:This informative training webinar is designed to help CSSHSA member organization representatives gain a clear\, practical understanding of the CSSHSA Learning Centre. \nThe session will start with an introduction to CSSHSA\, highlighting the organization’s mission\, services\, and how its training programs can benefit participating organizations. It will then cover the platform’s core features\, coordinator permissions\, and strategies for supporting training and development. By the end\, attendees will be equipped to confidently navigate the Learning Centre\, assign relevant courses\, track learner progress\, and make the most of the available resources. \nIf your organization is interested in using the CSSHSA Learning Centre and accessing free Health and Safety courses\, it is essential that a representative\, preferably your training coordinator\, attend this webinar. \nRegister below to secure your spot and ensure your team is ready to make the most of everything the platform has to offer.
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/csshsa-learning-centre-training-webinar-september-29/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="CSSHSA":MAILTO:healthsafety@csshsa.ca
LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/csshsa-learning-centre-training-webinar-september-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T160000
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SUMMARY:Incident Investigation - October 21
DESCRIPTION:Join us to gain the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively investigate workplace incidents. This course explores how to identify contributing factors and root causes\, collect evidence\, conduct interviews\, and implement corrective actions to prevent similar incidents in the future. \nWhy take this course? \nThis Incident Investigation course is ideal for JOHSC members\, supervisors\, and managers who are responsible for responding to workplace incidents as part of a broader health and safety program. Whether you’re new to the role or looking to deepen your expertise\, this course will help you: \n\nRespond confidently and effectively to workplace incidents\nIdentify and analyze root causes and contributing factors\nConduct trauma-informed interviews\nDocument findings clearly and accurately\nRecommend and implement meaningful corrective actions\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nFollow a workplace incident investigation policy and procedures\nDefine roles and responsibilities in an investigation\nDemonstrate the six steps of an effective incident investigation\nComplete and use incident investigation templates (e.g.\, EIIR)\nAnalyze root causes and document results\nRecommend appropriate corrective actions\nUnderstand and apply Trauma and Violence-Informed Approaches in interviews\n\nCourse Length: 6 hours \nCourse certificate is provided through CSSHSA Learning Centre. \nCancellation and Rebooking Policy \nIf you are unable to attend the course\, please provide at least five (5) business days’ notice prior to the course date to receive a full refund or rebook at no additional cost. \nCancellations must be submitted by email to training@csshsa.ca. \nImportant Note: A minimum of 8 participants is required for the training to proceed. If fewer than 8 participants are confirmed 3 days prior to the session\, the course will be rescheduled and participants will be notified. \nLunch Information: Please note that lunch is not provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch or take advantage of the many nearby dining options.
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/incident-investigation-october-21/
LOCATION:Grandview Room – Renfrew Centre\, 300–2889 E. 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T074500
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SUMMARY:Caring for Communities Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Caring for Communities Conference will recognize and celebrate the commitment of frontline workers in the community social services sector. Join us to connect\, learn\, and feel inspired to foster psychologically supportive workplaces\, where emotional well-being is promoted and mental harm is actively prevented. Sessions will provide tools and strategies to help workers advocate together\, share ideas\, access support\, and honour their cultural identities\, while exploring practical approaches to strengthening workplace well-being\, sharing knowledge and promising practices\, and nurturing cultures of collective care and support. \nLocation: Coast Langley City Hotel & Convention Center 20393 Fraser Highway Langley\, BC V3A 7N2 \nYour conference registration includes: \n\nInspiring keynote speakers and engaging concurrent sessions\nOpportunities to network with colleagues from across the sector\nVisiting Exhibitors\nBreakfast and lunch
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/caring-for-communities-conference/
LOCATION:Coast Langley City Hotel & Convention Center\, 20393 Fraser Highway\, Langley\, British Columbia\, V3A 7N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conferences,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260812T205407Z
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SUMMARY:OHS for Leaders – Virtual Instructor-led Session (Part 2) - November 24
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\nThis virtual course is Part 2 of the OHS for Leaders Certificate\, following the completion of required self-paced module on the CSSHSA Learning Centre. It is designed for supervisors\, managers\, directors\, and senior leaders in the Social Services Sector who are responsible for workplace health and safety oversight. \nThrough this interactive\, instructor-led session\, participants will deepen their understanding of health and safety leadership and gain practical tools to support a safe and healthy workplace. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nBy the end of this virtual course\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand your role and responsibilities in workplace health and safety\nCollaborate effectively with key stakeholders\nIntegrate health and safety practices into your day-to-day work\nAccess tools and resources to support safety leadership\n\nThis course is free for all CSSHSA member organizations. \nIf you haven’t completed Part 1 of this course (self-paced online portion)\, please email training@csshsa.ca to request access.
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/ohs-for-leaders-virtual-instructor-led-session-part-2-november-24/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinars
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LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/ohs-for-leaders-virtual-instructor-led-session-part-2-november-24/
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