Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification – Part 1
JHSC Certification Training in Toronto
In Ontario, workplaces with 20 or more workers are typically required to have a joint health and safety committee (JHSC). Act First Safety provides comprehensive, Ministry of Labour/Chief Prevention Officer (CPO) approved JHSC Certification Training in Toronto and Ontario. Employers must ensure that the appropriate number of committee members receive both Part 1 and Part 2 CPO-approved JHSC training to become certified and provide JHSC Refresher training when required. (See JHSC Refresher training).
JHSC Part 1 and JHSC Part 2 certification training is essential for committee members to meet Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) law and positions your company to meet stringent Ministry of Labour Immigration Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) enforcement standards.
Joint Health and Safety Training, part 1 and part 2: see ‘public training dates’ page for upcoming training schedule
Understanding JHSC Requirements
Most companies in Ontario with 20 or more employees need to establish a Joint Health and Safety Committee to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and safety training requirements. Specifically, the primary role of this committee is to spot potential health and safety issues within the workplace and address them to the employer. As a result, our certification program trains your committee members to fulfill these responsibilities effectively.
Legislative Requirements for JHSC
In general, the number of workers at your place of employment determines your needs for a Joint Health and Safety Committee:
- 1 to 5 Workers: A JHSC or health and safety representative is not required unless affected by a designated substance regulation.
- 6 to 19 Workers: One health and safety representative chosen by the workers is necessary. If a designated substance regulation impacts your workplace, a JHSC is required. JHSC training is recommended, but not mandatory.
- 20 to 49 Workers: Establishing a JHSC is obligatory. Requisite training is mandated.
- 50+ Workers: Your workplace must have a JHSC with at least four members, with equal representation from workers and management. Requisite training is mandated.
Certification Requirements for JHSC
The Occupational Health and Safety Act mandates that at least two JHSC members, one representing the workers and the other management, must complete Part 1 and Part 2 of the CPO-approved JHSC Certification Training. To ensure compliance, Act First Safety ensures these crucial training requirements are met through our dynamic, interactive, cost-effective training sessions for both JHSC Part 1 and JHSC Part 2, and JHSC Refresher when needed.
Dynamic, Effective, and Valuable JHSC Training
At Act First Safety, we pride ourselves on offering the best JHSC Certification in Toronto, which is aligned with legislative standards and the MLITSD JHSC Training Program Standard. Our training is engaging and competitively priced. Instructor-led sessions are offered both publicly and privately. Public sessions are open to individuals from various workplaces, providing the diversity and exchange of ideas that make this training dynamic. Private sessions entertain the same engaging conversations for employers needing to train their entire committee. Private sessions can be scheduled to accommodate specific needs, including unique scheduling requests, and are often conducted on-site across the province.
Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification
Part 1
JHSC Part 1 training is the start of the CPO-approved JHSC committee certification and process and is a three-day certification program. Our training is facilitated in-person and is based on adult learning principles using a variety of teaching methods to appeal to all learning styles and literacy levels.
JHSC Part 1 training applies to all workplaces providing general health and safety knowledge so that committee members understand the vital role they play in safety within their workplace.
What You Will Learn - Part 1 Curriculum
Our comprehensive approach tackles a robust scope of learning that will, at a minimum, cover the following topics.
- The certification processes
- The role of a certified member and the workings of the JHSC
- Rights, roles, and responsibilities of all workplace parties
- OH&S legislation
- Hazard categories and recognition
- Assessing and controlling hazards
- Evaluating hazard controls
- Workplace inspections
- Reporting workplace accidents
- Investigating critical injuries and fatalities
- Work refusals and stoppages
- Powers of and interactions with an MOL inspector
- Lastly, you will learn about accessing and sources of OH&S information
In summary, the training is designed to be thorough and covers a lot of material to ensure participants are well-equipped with the knowledge needed for JHSC certification.
JHSC Certification Details
Part 1 Completion and Registration: Upon successfully completing Part 1 training and passing the compliant exam, participants receive a Certificate of Completion. Their achievement is officially registered with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD), which helps with tracking for future Part 2 and Refresher Training.
Part 2 Deadline: Part 2 training must be completed within one year of finishing Part 1. If this deadline is missed, the Part 1 training is no longer valid, and the participant must retake Part 1 training before they can proceed with Part 2.
Certification Validity: Once both Part 1 and Part 2 training are successfully completed, the full certification is valid for three years.
Maintaining Certification: To maintain certification status, certified members must complete a JHSC Refresher training course before their three-year certification period expires.
FAQs
Can JHSC training help build skills that benefit the committee member?
Yes. JHSC training helps committee members develop essential skills such as hazard recognition, problem-solving, and effective communication. It also promotes leadership and confidence, and correspondingly improves workplace safety, which in turn supports a healthy company and growth. Healthy and productive companies support career growth for their employees.
As an employer, why should we invest in JHSC training?
For one, employers must comply with the law according to their unique situation. JHSC training provides a solid foundation in risk management, a skill that is highly sought after in many industries. By establishing a committee and registering committee members for JHSC certification training, it demonstrates the employer’s commitment to employee growth and their commitment to safety in a proactive and responsible manner. A safe and productive work environment that is committed to continuous improvement and subsequent corporate growth are positive outcomes of an invested employer and safety program.
We offer flexible training options tailored to your needs:
- Public, instructor-led certification at our Scarborough location
- Private instructor-led courses in your workplace or ours
Register for one of our public training classes
Ensure workplace compliance and safety by enlisting the JHSC Certification Training in Toronto, at Act First Safety. In addition, equip your JHSC members with the knowledge and tools to uphold and enhance health and safety standards at your workplace.
Call Act First Safety at (416) 283-7233 today to book your JHSC Certification training.
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