Ontario’s WSIB partners with CCOHS to help businesses invest in health and safety

As part of its commitment to help move the needle on workplace health and safety, Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) has partnered with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) to provide all WSIB-registered businesses free access to CCOHS’ Business Safety Portal.

The portal is an online hub that offers a range of industry-specific and scalable resources, like templates, online courses and practical manuals businesses can use to help make their workplace safer and meet their legal obligations.

“We created the Business Safety Portal to address the unique health and safety challenges faced by these owners and employers. We’re proud to partner with WSIB as they roll out free access to the portal for Ontario businesses. We all share the goal of providing easy access to credible tools and resources that can help keep workplaces and workers safe,” said Anne Tennier, president and CEO of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety.

WSIB-registered businesses can save up to $1,700 annually on the Business Safety Portal’s subscription fee. Nearly 1,000 businesses have already signed up.

“This one’s on us and is another way we’re helping people to invest in their businesses during these uncertain times. Access to these resources is a value-add for every Ontario business and has the power to improve health and safety outcomes and reduce injury rates. We’re proud to do it,” said Jeff Lang, WSIB president and CEO.

To access the portal, businesses can simply log in to their WSIB account at www.wsib.ca.