Beyond Compliance: Making the Most of Training and Orientation

Written by Robin Schooley, Industry Specialist in the Young and New Worker Program, WorkSafeBC.

When the new hires arrive and it’s your job to provide orientation and training, are you prepared? What should it look like? And should you adjust it, depending on the age of your workers?

First off, the fact that you’re giving serious consideration to orientation and training is a great start. It shows you recognize the importance of creating awareness and knowledge among your new workers, that you want them to fully understand workplace processes and potential hazards, and that you have a culture that supports safety.

This article was written for 2019 Summer Safety Scene Magazine.