"Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships." -Michael Jordan

In sports, the most successful team franchises are those with shared goals for success, and with good communication between all parties driving the process.

The same can be said for health and safety in the workplace.

In Ontario, the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is a team environment where all levels of an organization come together to support health and safety excellence. Having a functioning JHSC ensures a safer workplace for everyone, while sending a strong message that the safety and well-being of the workforce are valued by the employer.

Recently, the Ministry of Labour announced that workers in Ontario can now complete JHSC Certification Training Part 1 solely through eLearning in addition to the options of classroom, blended and distance learning programs.

Here, we’ll review these options and discuss how to decide which is right for you or your workplace.

Do I Need JHSC Certification Training?

Ontario workplaces with 20 or more employees are legally required to have a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) which is the basis for a strong health and safety workplace culture. The JHSC plays an important part in workplace health and safety through the identification of hazards and recommendations on how to control them.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requires that at least 1 worker member and 1 management member be certified. JHSC certification training helps members to better understand the Act, workplace roles and responsibilities and the importance of a JHSC; to become champions of health and safety in the workplace.

JHSC Training Options: Classroom, Blended and eLearning

JHSC Certification training requires a member to take from an approved training provider Parts 1 & 2 of mandatory training, which may involve up to 5 days in a classroom. The employer must cover the costs for the training, travel expenses as well as any disruption to business.

Currently, PSHSA provides JHSC Certification Part 1 training through a number of channels including:

• Classroom JHSC Training Program (delivered over the course of 3 days)
• Blended JHSC Training Program (2 days in class and 6.5 hours of eLearning)

Classroom Program

Our 3-day, in-class JHSC Certification Part 1 program provides hands-on instruction for workers and supervisors from all sectors. The classroom program is may be delivered in a variety of venues, including the PSHSA, conference centres and public spaces. Employers can also arrange to have JHSC training be delivered onsite in the workplace.

When training takes place offsite, the employer is responsible for employees’ travel and accommodation expenses.

Learn more about our classroom program.

Blended Program

Blended learning is becoming an increasingly popular method of instruction. It is proven to improve efficiency while personalizing the learning process. The benefits of our combined in-class and eLearning JHSC program include:

• Flexible eLearning along with the support of classroom instruction. The eLearning module ensures learners are well-prepared and gain deeper knowledge in the classroom portion.
• Less travel and enhanced face-to-face learning.
• Fewer travel and accommodation expenses for the employer.

It’s a win-win for the learner, the employer, and Ontario workplaces. Learn more about our flexible blended learning program.

Coming Soon: JSHC Part 1 eLearning Program

Following the announcement of the online-exclusive option for Part 1 of JHSC training, PSHSA will become one of the first approved providers in Ontario to offer a full eLearning course.

As a long-time full channel provider and one of only two training providers to offer a blended program, we are well-prepared and ready to offer our JHSC certification course online.

From our in-house development expertise to the user experience in registration through to completion, we are ready to bring this new offering to the market.

In summary, The JHSC Certification Part 1 full eLearning program will allow you to take advantage of a number of benefits of eLearning such as:

• Round the clock access to online training resources for the learner
• Convenience for the learner (anytime/anywhere)
• Self-paced learning
• Consistent delivery
• Cost effective – reduced travel and business interruption costs

Save $100 on JHSC Certification Part 1 Training

Do you or your workers require Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification?

Our innovative blended learning program incorporates eLearning to save a full day of training in the classroom and ensure that participants get the most out of their time in class. Register now to save $100 per employee for JHSC certification Part 1 Blended.

For more information about achieving compliance with a variety of approved training options, from classroom, blended to eLearning, visit pshsa.ca/jhsc/