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 programsCoordinate accident/incident investigations and provide effective follow-up for corrective actionsConduct monthly workplace inspections and ensures compliance with all legal requirementsFunction as a resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee and coordinate follow-up actions to committee's recommendations; prepare, post, circulate minutesRespond to plant safety concerns and provides counseling for hazard recognitionWork collaboratively with HR team to support business needs on various H&S, environmental and ergonomic mattersEnsure H&S Communication boards and electronic outlets are kept up-to-date and relevantParticipate in new employee orientation – presenting H&S sectionPrepare and present H&S slides in monthly Employee MeetingsUpdate H&S, environmental and ergonomic procedures, instructions and forms; ensure control and availability for use, in a timely mannerPerform review of H&S documentation (policies, WINs, forms) at prescribed intervalsFacilitate the Ergonomic ProgramArrange, 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 improvementsLiaise with Corporate H&S personnel providing divisional data and updates, as neededEnsure all Corporate and Legislative audits, submissions and updates are issued on-time and accuratelyLiaise with other departments (e.G. Maintenance) to ensure safety compliance on new equipmentMaintain First Aid and PPE inventory; order/distribute supplies as neededLead 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 divisionAssist with and/or coordinate the division's Wellness Program as neededOversee the division's Accident Investigation process ensuring proper record keeping, follow up and closureAdministration of claims management (WSIB, RTW programs) along with completing all required WSIB forms in a timely manner and conduct physical demands analysis when requiredMain point of contact for employee annual hearing testing and distribution of resultsCoordinate in office Flu Shot process when applicableAssist with noise and air sampling, as requiredUnder the direction of the HR Manager:Complete health and safety risk assessments for all machine and all tasks in the facilityComplete hazardous chemical inventory and assessmentsAssist 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 requiredReview company H&S policies and procedures and recommend appropriate updatesAs a member of the HR department, assist with social events, or incentive promotional programsPerform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace

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