Disability Prevention at Work
The Workplace Insurance Level I course examines the history of the compensation system in Ontario and the development of compensation legislation and the general principles of the system. Participants will learn how the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) determines whether an injury is compensable and learn about some workplace injuries and occupational illnesses. The course […]
This 1 day composite course includes sessions on The Disability Dilemma and Disability Prevention Strategies. Participants will examine the impact of work injury and disability, on injured workers, their families, employers, unions, government, workplace insurance and health care providers. They will discuss ways that workplaces can achieve a strategic fit with legal requirements and best practices […]
The Workplace Insurance Level II course examines legislation (WSIA), regulations, policy and recent legislative changes. The course also looks at the structure of the WSIB, how it is funded, incentive programs and the adjudication and appeals processes. Participants will review benefits available under the Act that apply to three different eras. They will also examine […]
This 1 day seminar examines writing formats for preparing a written submisison. Participants discuss hearing options for appeals and the specific criteria considered when determining whether or not a written submission is appropriate. Important points of a written submission are discussed as they relate to the WSIAT Practice Direction for written submissions. Myths associated with oral hearings and how […]
This 1 day composite course includes sessions on The Disability Dilemma and Disability Prevention Strategies. Participants will examine the impact of work injury and disability, on injured workers, their families, employers, unions, government, workplace insurance and health care providers. They will discuss ways that workplaces can achieve a strategic fit with legal requirements and best practices […]
This 1 day seminar will introduce participants to Ontario's compensation legislation, principles and third party rights. Participants will explore key definitions like disablement, recurrence, aggravation, occupational disease and stress. They will discuss reporting of injuries, filing of claims, process of appeal and responsibilities of workplace parties and medical professionals. As well, participants will examine WSIB policies regarding layoffs […]
The OFL-ODRT program will partner with Eastern Ontario Labour Councils and the Workers Health and Safety Centre to present a Spring Educational March 30th - April 3rd, 2016 at Isaiah Tubbs Conference Centre in Picton, ON. ODRT Workshops include Compensation Essentials (Level I & II), Appeals (Level III) and Return-to-Work (Level IV). Deadline for registration is March […]
Canadian Labour Congress Ontario Region’s Summer School will be held at the UNIFOR Family Education Centre in Port Elgin, Ontario from July 3 to 8, 2016.
Click Here for more information and to download a registration form Summer 2016 Health & Safety/WSIB Educational July 15-24 (ODRT Instructor’s Training) & Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario
For more information regarding the courses on offer, please contact: Norm Westbury, at norm.westbury@gmail.com Summer 2016 Health & Safety/WSIB Educational July 24-29 ( WSIB 1&2, ODRT 3,WHSC 1 & 2) Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario
Windsor and District Labour Council's 2nd Annual Health & Safety Conference features Occupational Disability Response Training (ODRT) Level I. See details below. To register for this event, visit www.wdlcHealthAndSafety.webs.com or contact John Arnold at (519) 383-5144 for more details. Introduction of Workplace Injuries and Occupational Illnesses, the first of six modules offered within Prevention Link’s core curriculum, begins by exploring the history of the compensation system in Ontario and the development of compensation legislation and the general principles of the system. course examines the history of the compensation system in Ontario and the development of compensation legislation and the general principles of the system.
The Prevention Link team is pleased to offer Occupational Disability Response Training Level 3: Appeals & Dispute Resolution, on DECEMBER 5–9, 2016. Get the latest information on the appeals branch of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) in the third of six offerings within Prevention Link’s core certification courses. Read more Location: Ontario Federation of Labour building 15 Gervais Drive Toronto, ON […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Ontario Region's 2017 Winter School The Ontario Region's 2017 Winter School will include Occupational Disability Response Training (ODRT) – Level 1 Rights and Obligations & Level 2 – Benefits & Services, as part of its course curriculum, from March 5 – 10, 2017 at the Unifor Family Education Centre in Port Elgin. Learn more about: Level […]
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) is offering Prevention Link's Occupational Disability Response Training Level 3: Appeals & Dispute Resolution, on March 6-10, 2017. This is a 36-hour course designed to build on the knowledge of the previous two levels and provide the skills necessary to enable participants to become effective representatives in various dispute resolution schemes. […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
The KDLC Eastern Ontario Labour Education Spring 2017 Health and Safety Educational will be offering ODRT Level 1, 2 & 4. The school will be hosted at the Isaiah Tubbs Resort, in Picton, from 28/29 March – Sun, April 2, 2017 Learn more about ODRT: Level I: Rights and Obligations Level 2: Benefits & Services Level 4: […]
Learn how an effective Return to Work policy can be a win-win situation for all! One of the greatest barriers for people with disabilities, when returning to work, is the process of reintegrating into the workplace. Return to Work (RTW) best practices frame the foundation of this day-long course which encourages participants to use real […]
Register now to join our team of certified instructors! Change is constant and Prevention Link is keeping up with the times! We have made revisions and updates to our core courses. Our comprehensive one-week training program will give you the knowledge and skills to deliver effective Prevention Link programs confidently! Location: Bayview Wildwood Resort 1500 […]
Mental illness is considered the number one cause of workplace disability in Canada. Yet, stigma around the topic is a key reason why many Ontarians don’t talk about mental illness in their workplaces. This half-day workshop is your chance to become more informed and talk more openly about mental health in the workplace. Join us […]
Mental illness is considered the number one cause of workplace disability in Canada. Yet, stigma around the topic is a key reason why many Ontarians don’t talk about mental illness in their workplaces. This half-day workshop is your chance to become more informed and talk more openly about mental health in the workplace. Join us […]
Mental illness is considered the number one cause of workplace disability in Canada. Yet, stigma around the topic is a key reason why many Ontarians don’t talk about mental illness in their workplaces. This half-day workshop is your chance to become more informed and talk more openly about mental health in the workplace. Join us […]
Mental illness is considered the number one cause of workplace disability in Canada. Yet, stigma around the topic is a key reason why many Ontarians don’t talk about mental illness in their workplaces. This half-day workshop is your chance to become more informed and talk more openly about mental health in the workplace. Join us […]
Ontario Region's 2017 Summer School The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Ontario Region's 2017 Summer School will include Occupational Disability Response Training (ODRT) – Level 1 Rights and Obligations & Level 2 – Benefits & Services, as part of its course curriculum, from July 2 – 7, 2017 at the Unifor Family Education Centre in Port Elgin. Learn more about: […]
The Niagara Regional Labour Council will offer Prevention Link's Occupational Disability Response Training (ODRT) at its upcoming Summer Health and Safety Summer School, this July. Learn more about ODRT: Level I: Rights and Obligations Level 2: Benefits & Services Level 3: Appeals and Dispute Resolution Registration deadline is June 16, 2017.