Certificate of Recognition John Sammut, Manager 1
Certificate of Recognition - COR Voluntary audit-based certification recognizing employers who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to a Health & Safety Management System. National Audit with oversight from the Canadian Federation of Construction Safety Associations (CFCSA) 2
IHSA s Role in COR The only approved provider, registrar and administrator of COR in Ontario Our IHSA auditors are competent and ISO 19011 Lead Auditor trained Provide resources, training and assistance to organizations participating in COR 3
Participants 863 accounts registered 157 firms COR Certified General Contractors Power & Telecommunication Electrical Contractors Crane Rentals & Services Mechanical Contractors Refrigeration Roofing Contractors Trucking School Bus Steel Erector Curtain Wall Manufacturers Millwrighting & Welding Service Masonry Ready Mix Engineering Consulting Environmental Demolition Heavy Civil Road Builders 4
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6 IHSA's COR Member Firm Status
IHSA COR Auditor Code of Ethics IHSA s COR Auditor s must abide by IHSA s Code of Ethics They must strive to maintain a high level of professional conduct at all times 7
Steps to Certification Get Started Training Audit COR Certification COR Essentials Contact IHSA Register Basic Auditing Principles COR Internal Auditor Introduction to Hazard Assessment Internal Audit IHSA Reviews Internal Audit IHSA Conducts External Audit Upon successful completion receive Certificate of Recognition 8
COR Elements H&S Policy Hazard Assessment Safe Work Practices Safe Work Procedures H&S Rules PPE Preventive Maintenance Training & Communications Workplace Inspections Investigation & Reporting Emergency Preparedness Statistics & Records Legislation Occupational Health First Aid H&S Rep JH&SC Workplace Violence Return to Work Management Review 9
Minimum Requirements 65 % per Element 80 % overall score 100 % on Legislative Requirements * Validation by : 1. Interviews 2. Observations 3. Documentation 10
COR TM Certified 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 COR Certified 40 34 26 29 28 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 COR Certified Total 157 Firms Certified 11
Timelines to Demonstrate - HSMS Validation of a Functioning H & S Management System (Minimum of one (1) year). 1. Written Standards 2. Communication 3. Training 4. Evaluate 5. Continuous improvement 12
Timeframes for Certification Internal Audit Submission Desk Review (1 60 days max.*) External Audit Review (30 60 days max.*) Certificate of Recognition Issued * Note: Delays may occur due to non-conformance 1. Initial Review 2. Detailed Review 3. Summary Report 1. Opening Meeting 2. Documentation Review at Head Office 3. Project/Shop Observations & Interviews 4. Final Assessment 5. Detailed Report 6. Closing Meeting 13
Items to Consider 1. Selection of Internal Auditor Full-time employee Knowledgeable in Health & Safety Legislation Demonstrate Auditing Principles Consideration for Contingency Plan Expectation of Continuous Employment 2. Refer to Audit Submission Checklist. 29 14
Items to Consider (cont d) 3. Completion of new course, Introduction to Hazard & Risk Management by year-end. 4. WSIB Account is being CORTM certified. 5. Successful completion of Internal Audit is not guarantee of successful External Audit. 6. Appeals process is available as outlined in Employer Guidelines. 15
Outreach 1. Internal Auditor Conference 1 day duration Multiple events, guest speakers & panel discussions Opportunity to network 2. CORTM Workshop 6 sessions full day Overview of 19 Elements Resource material distributed Opportunity to work on development of HSMS 16
The Competitive Edge Greater Toronto Airport Authority Metrolinx Infrastructure Ontario Your Company York Region City of Toronto Brampton Hydro 17
Value to the Employer Effective tool for measuring your HSMS Improves performance through consistent practices and behaviours Proven process to maintain performance and achieve ongoing regulatory compliance Pre-qualification for out-of-province bids 18
Research Findings Partnership for Health & Safety, University of BC. 10 year study from 2002 2012. Question: Findings: Is certification associated with lower work-injury rates? 12 % lower STD, LTD & Fatalities 17 % lower serious injury rate COR program participation is associated with lower injury rates. 19
COR Cycle Once a company achieves COR, it is valid for three years: Year One: IHSA auditor validates that the company/workplace meets the COR standard Year Two/Three: Company completes and submits a COR self-audit to validate that they continue to meet the standard Year Four: IHSA auditor validates that the company/workplace meets the COR standard 20
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COR Certified firms are easily recognized in the Construction Sector 22
COR Contact Information www.ihsa.ca 905 625-0100 1-800-263-5024 23
Thank-you John Sammut jsammut@ihsa.ca 416-452-5184 24