North American Occupational Safety and Health Week Addresses Safe Practices
Published on April 14, 2010
Companies secure contracts by implementing safety procedures
Supporting a smart and stable workforce, North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (NAOSH) increases understanding and awareness while reducing injury and illness in the workplace; from May 2-8, 2010 the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), Medicine Hat and Brooks South Eastern Alberta Chapter encourages employers, employees and the general public to attend presentations and keynote speakers throughout the community.
“Safety is becoming increasingly important for businesses. Not just for the business’ own employees, but in securing contracts with other companies. Large organizations especially, often the ones that have multiple locations, will only do dealings with other companies that match their corporate culture for safety. If you do not have a good safety program in place, you could be missing out on business,” said Tracy Heebner, Business Development Officer for the Economic Development Alliance of Southeast Alberta.
Among the presentations Luncheon Keynote Speaker: Dan Comiskey ,“Dan the Safety Man”, as well as former CFL player will address topics such as: understanding what it takes to be a leader, how to lead effectively, knowledge about brain function and how it effects work habit and a renewed commitment to safety. Comiskey’s presentation will take place Friday May 7, 12:00 pm at the Medicine Hat Lodge, cost is $15.00 to attend.
CSSE is a leader in health, safety and environmental organization for professionals in Canada. Their portfolio includes working with industry, governmental agencies and other safety organizations to increase and promote awareness, while being an advocate for safety in every workplace. To view the itinerary for NAOSH or other events promoted by the Economic Development Alliance of Southeast Alberta please visit our events section. Pre-registration is required for the morning presentation and luncheons prior to Monday, May 3. Please contact Stewart Boxell at stweartboxell@maverickgroup.com or (403) 528-4627 for more information.
The EDA encourages organizations to utilize the resources provided by the CSSE to learn smart techniques to keep a safe and stable workforce. Continuously updating our site with events and seminars throughout Southeast Alberta, we encourage you to check back for opportunities, pertaining to the region, in our events as well as news section.