Resources & Reports

There are many resources, including important manuals, procedures and guidelines available to assist you in creating a safe work place. The menu on your left offers links to these resources, as well as to some external resources that may also be of interest.

The Health & Safety Bulletin Board (below) provides links to many of the same reports and resources you might find on the bulletin board in your faculty or department.

If you require Human Resources forms, documents or other information in an alternative format, please use ASK HR to contact Human Resources.

Health & Safety Bulletin Board

Occupational Health & Safety Act - Ontario

Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act sets out the rights and duties of all parties in the workplace, as well as the procedures for dealing with workplace hazards and for enforcement as needed.

You may also be interested in reading the Guide to the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Western Policy on Health and Safety

Western Policy on Health and Safety

Western Policy on Workplace Violence (Safe Campus Community)

Western Policy on Workplace Violence

Western Policy on Non-Discrimination and Harassment

Policy - Western Policy on Non-Discrimination and Harassment

Procedures - Procedure for Policy 1.35 - Non-Discrimination/Harassment

Prevention starts here poster from Ministry of Labour

Prevention starts here poster from MOL - Condensed overview of responsibilities and rights to keep workers safe.

First Aid, Defibrillators (AED) and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Information

First Aid Program at Western

Automated External Defibrillators (AED) - Public Access Locations at Western

In Case of Injury or Illness at Work - a poster from the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board

Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee-Members and Meeting Minutes

Committee Membership list - Members of the JOHSC represent all bargaining units plus administration.

JOHSC Meeting dates and minutes 

Health, Safety & Well-being at Western

Western's Health, Safety & Well-being website - provides extensive information on Health & Safety programs, policies and resources, and also is where you will find information on mental health resources, accomodation for illness or injury, wellness opportunities and more.

Smoke-free campus

Western has been smoke-free since July 1, 2019, creating a healthier, cleaner environment for those who study, live, work and visit here. Read more about how we "cleared the air".

Campus Emergency Contacts

COVID-19


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