Due to safety reasons, we are asking that when sourcing lanyard products that you purchase lanyards which have a breakaway clasp.  This clasp is mandatory due to the potential choking hazard that lanyards without the breakaway clasp presents.  If the lanyard was to ever get caught in equipment, machinery or other materials, the breakaway clasp would allow the individuals to release the clip and break free before any serious harm was caused.

Thank you for your consideration and understanding,

Purchasing Services & Sustainability
and
Health & Safety

Monday, May 5, 2014

NAOSH DAY 1: Reporting Workplace Injuries

Humber is committed to providing a safe work environment for all staff and endeavors to reduce workplace risks that may lead to accidents and personal injury.  In the unfortunate circumstance that a work related accident does occur, it is important to know how to respond.  The information below outlines the first steps involved in injury treatment and reporting.

Injury Treatment:

 If you are injured during the course of your work, obtain medical attention through one of the following options: 

1. Humber’s Health Centres, located in A107 (North) and H206 (Lakeshore), will provide first aid treatment as well as advise whether additional assessment and treatment should be obtained from a doctor or other health care provider.
2. If you require assistance outside of Health Centre hours, or if emergency medical services (EMS) are required, contact Security at one of the numbers listed below.  Security guards are trained in first aid, and can also contact EMS if required. 

• 416-675-6622 ext. 4000 (for emergencies)
• 16-675-8500 (for non-emergencies)

If EMS (911) has already been contacted, inform Security.  Security is best equipped to direct EMS to the location on campus where they are needed.

3. Off-Campus Locations: If you are at a location where neither the Health Centre nor Security services are available, seek care from an outside provider such as a local urgent care clinic or family doctor. Obtain a doctor’s note and provide this to your supervisor. If EMS is required, call 911.

Injury Reporting:

All injuries which occur on Humber property or during work-related activities off-campus must be reported to your supervisor and Health & Safety Services.

• If you sustain a work-related injury, inform your supervisor as soon as possible.
• Once advised of an injury, Supervisors are to complete an Accident Reporting and Investigation Form and fax it to Health & Safety Services at: 416-675-4708 within 24 hours.
• When notified of an injury, the Humber Health Centres and/or Humber Security will also complete reports which are sent to Health & Safety Services.
• Health & Safety Services will, if necessary, report the injury to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).   

Ongoing Communication

It is important to maintain ongoing communication with your supervisor, Health & Safety Services, and if necessary the WSIB, during your recovery period.  For injuries of a more serious nature, Health & Safety Services will work with you, your doctor and your supervisor to ensure a safe and timely return to work. 

Thank you for reviewing this information. Tomorrow’s message will focus on Office Ergonomics in the Humber Workplace.

HR Services | Health and Safety Services

NAOSH Week is led by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE).
More information about NAOSH Week can be found at www.naosh.ca or www.csse.org.

Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10, 2014

What is NAOSH Week?

North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week is an international initiative focused on highlighting the importance of health and safety in all aspects of our lives.  Beginning in 1997, NAOSH Week events and activities have been held in Canada, the United States and Mexico with the goal of focusing the attention of all individuals on injury and illness prevention in the workplace, at home and in the community.

The NAOSH Week logo, three hands forming an equilateral triangle, represents cooperation and commitment among the many partners in health and safety. In Canada, NAOSH Week is led by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), who, work in partnership with many organizations to promote NAOSH Week events.   NAOSH Week activities are coordinated across the country by committees, comprised mainly of volunteers, dedicated to raising awareness and reducing injuries and illnesses in our workplaces and communities. 

Celebrating NAOSH Week at Humber.

Watch for our daily Communique announcements during NAOSH week starting, Monday, May 5, 2014 to Friday, May 9, 2014, where each day we will provide information on a common workplace hazard. 

The announcement on Friday May 9 will include a chance to win some great prizes!   

Monday’s topic: Reporting Workplace Injuries. 

HR Services | Health and Safety Services

 NAOSH Week is led by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE). 

More information about NAOSH Week can be found at www.naosh.ca or www.csse.org.

DO YOU HAVE A VISION AND SOME GREAT IDEAS TO SHARE ABOUT THE PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE OF THE COLLEGE?

GIVE VOICE TO YOUR THOUGHTS - JOIN COLLEGE COUNCIL

Role of College Council

College Council is the collective voice of the College in that it is an assembly of faculty, support staff, students, and administrators who suggest directions in which the College should proceed. College Council advises the President on those College issues which it considers to be long and short-term priorities as identified in Humber’s Strategic Plan.

As of 2013, Humber’s Strategic priorities follow three themes:

1. Strengthening our Polytechnic Identity
2. Sustained Focus on Teaching and Learning Excellence
3. Maximizing the impact of Partnerships

The Council advises the President of the College in matters affecting academic policy, planning, and practice, including, the successful implementation of Humber’s Strategic Plan initiatives.

While it is recognized that the Board of Governors alone can make policy, the Council makes recommendations that may ultimately become policy. If the recommendations the Council makes are not accepted by the President of the College, he or she will be expected to explain his or her reasons. College policy or business items ultimately proceeding to the College's Board of Governors may appear at College Council at the discretion of the President before final disposition at the Board of Governors

COLLEGE COUNCIL 2014 ELECTIONS CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

Who Can Be on College Council?

College Council is comprised of elected representatives from academic, support and administrative employee groups. The Humber Student Federation appoints student representation.

Representatives Responsibilities on the Council

College Council meets once per month on Thursdays, September to May, from 4 tp.m. to 8 p.m. In the first week of June of each year a two-day planning meeting and annual workshop is held. It is the representative’s responsibility to represent their constituents by attending meetings and contributing to the discussions, and bringing back information from College Council meetings to their constituents. Members of Council can have the opportunity to become more involved through sub-committee membership.

The Nomination Process

Every potential candidate for College Council must be nominated by TWO constituents in their area. The signed nomination form must then be forwarded to the Vice Chair of College Council, Nancey Adamson, HR Services. Once nominations are closed, potential candidates will be contacted with further information about the election process. If you require further information, please contact Nancey Adamson, ext. 5540.

Closing Deadlines:
Nominations Close 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Elections To Be Held Thursday, May 29, 2014
Advanced Poll Wednesday, May 21, 2014

For more details and to download the nomination form, click here.