The Health and Safety Coordinator assists with all aspects of the division’s Occupational Health and Safety programs and ensures compliance with accepted safety standards and applicable legislation. Provides instruction and training on safe handling of products, materials and/or equipment. Investigates and reports workplace accidents. Actively participates in the activities of the Joint Health and Safety Committee. Conducts routine audits to determine the nature and extent of unsafe work practices and recommends corrective action. Makes recommendations concerning compliance with all applicable Health & Safety regulations.
Coordinate the responsibilities for improving the quality of work life for all employees with respect to environmental, ergonomic and health and safety programs
Coordinate accident/incident investigations and provide effective follow-up for corrective actions
Conduct monthly workplace inspections and ensures compliance with all legal requirements
Function as a resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee and coordinate follow-up actions to committee’s recommendations; prepare, post, circulate minutes
Respond to plant safety concerns and provides counseling for hazard recognition
Work collaboratively with HR team to support business needs on various H&S;, environmental and ergonomic matters
Ensure H&S; Communication boards and electronic outlets are kept up-to-date and relevant
Participate in current employee orientation – presenting H&S; section
Prepare and present H&S; slides in monthly Employee Meetings
Update H&S;, environmental and ergonomic procedures, instructions and forms; ensure control and availability for use, in a timely manner
Perform review of H&S; documentation (policies, WINs, forms) at prescribed intervals
Facilitate the Ergonomic Program
Arrange, track and log internal and external Occupational H&S; training for employees, ensuring renewals are attained on-time (i.e. WHMIS, Lock Out, TDG, etc.)
Conduct with various H&S;,



environmental and ergonomic audits/inspections and make recommendations for improvements
Liaise with Corporate H&S; personnel providing divisional data and updates, as needed
Ensure all Corporate and Legislative audits, submissions and updates are issued on-time and accurately
Liaise with other departments (e.g. Maintenance) to ensure safety compliance on new equipment
Maintain First Aid and PPE inventory; order/distribute supplies as needed
Lead the division’s Heat Stress process (calculate and post shop Humidex Readings; order and stock for heat stress relief, etc.)
Manage the on-site contractor safety process and ensure requirements are up to date; Ensure contractors/visitors receive Division Entry Safety protocols prior to visiting division
Assist with and/or coordinate the division’s Wellness Program as needed
Oversee the division’s Accident Investigation process ensuring proper record keeping, follow up and closure
Administration of claims management (WSIB, RTW programs) along with completing all required WSIB forms in a timely manner and conduct physical demands analysis when required
Main point of contact for employee annual hearing testing and distribution of results
Coordinate on-site Flu Shot process when applicable
Assist with noise and air sampling, as required
Under the direction of the HR Manager: Complete health and safety risk assessments for all machine and all tasks in the facility
Complete hazardous chemical inventory and assessments
Assist with H&S; assessments (risk assessments, ergonomics, etc.)
Review all lock out tag out postings to ensure compliance to company policy, and replace/update where required
Review company H&S; policies and procedures and recommend appropriate updates

As a member of the HR department, assist with social events, or incentive promotional programs
Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace

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📌 H&S Coordinator (Ontario)
🏢 Focus Community Development
📍 Ontario