How Bystander Intervention Training Empowers Employees
Understanding the Bystander Effect in the Workplace We’ve all heard the phrase “safety in numbers,” but when it comes to workplace harassment, that assumption can be misleading. Social psychologists have identified the Bystander Effect—a phenomenon where individuals feel less compelled to intervene when others are present. In fact, the more people who witness an incident, […]
WHMIS Essentials: Three Key Components
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada’s national communication standard for hazardous workplace materials. Its core elements include: Hazard identification and classification Labelling (Supplier and Workplace Labels) Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Worker education and training Understanding Hazardous Materials Hazardous products can pose either health or physical hazards. Health hazards affect the body over […]
Understanding WHMIS: Canada’s Hazard Communication Standard
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada’s national system for sharing information about hazardous products used at work. It’s designed to help employers and workers understand how to use, handle, and store these products safely. WHMIS follows the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), which is used around the […]
2025 Ontario HR Compliance Checklist: What Employers Need to Know
Staying current with workplace regulations goes beyond avoiding fines, penalties, or reputational damage—it’s about cultivating a fair, respectful, and legally compliant work environment where employees feel safe, supported, and informed. Compliance is a key part of building trust and accountability across the organization. As employment standards and occupational health and safety laws continue to evolve, […]
Workplace Safety: Protecting New and Young Workers
Workplace Safety: Preventing Hazards and Protecting Workers Workplace safety is essential for protecting employees and ensuring a productive environment. New and young workers are among the most vulnerable, often due to a lack of training or awareness of workplace hazards. Studies show that workers in their first month on the job are significantly more likely […]
