IHSA & 3M present Bridging the Gap: A Safety Symposium

IHSA's Labour Management & 3M presents Bridging the Gap: A Safety Symposium an exciting event aimed at fostering collaboration and improving workplace safety practices. Join us on Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 at 21 Voyager Ct S. for a day filled with insightful discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.

From 7:15 am onwards, participants will rotate through six engaging 50-minute sessions covering a wide range of topics, including:

Session 1: Dropped Object Protection

• Dropped object protection while working near edges
• Concepts, principles and equipment

Session 2: Respiratory and Hearing Protection

• The basics of respiratory hazards (CSA and NIOSH)
• Types and styles of respiratory protection
• Choosing a respirator
• Preventing noise-induced hearing loss
• Reducing noise at the source

Session 3: Science of Fit

• PPE compatibility and comfort
• Proper fit
• Risks with incompatible or ill-fitting PPE

Session 4: Leading Edge & Fall Clearance (SRL)

• Understand the hazards
• Applicable standards of leading/sharp edge work
• Calculating fall clearance
• Protecting your workers at heights

Session 5: Fall Protection on Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP)

• Entering and exiting MEWPs
• Maneuvering around the worksite
• Unloading or loading from transport trailers
• Working at heights during boom extension
• The ABC's of personal fall protection
• Fall arrest versus fall restriction systems
• Shock absorption and drop tests

Session 6: Guide to Abrasive Safety & Process Improvements

• Hand-arm vibration
• Airborne particles
• Noise
• Injury
• Preventing injuries and reducing costs within primary abrasive operations with 3M's abrasive technologies

Whether you are a safety professional, supervisor, or worker, this symposium is designed to provide valuable insights and practical tools that can be implemented in your workplace.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with industry peers, gain new perspectives, and enhance your safety knowledge. Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend event!

Sponsored by:

Infrastructure Health And Safety Association

• Central Regional Labour Management Committee
• Hamilton Regional Labour Management Committee
• Niagara Regional Labour Management Committee

3M

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LIUNA Local 837 Training Centre

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Host or Publisher Infrastructure Health and Safety Association