SAFETY | RON MACC
The Route to Workplace Safety Certification The COR program is part of a proactive injury prevention maintenance strategy that is good for business. Implementing a Health and Safety Program and attaining COR certification as a safety certified workplace has many benefits. “ The COR management program through AgSafe is a way to have a best practices. It goes above and beyond the status quo.” - Tia Wagner, Vernon Seed Orchard Company Whether your agricultural business has an ongoing Health and Safety Plan or is in the process of developing a full workplace Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Program, Certificate of Recognition (COR) safety certification can be achieved.
Employers who achieve and maintain COR may be eligible to receive a percentage of their premiums as an annual incentive payment from WorkSafeBC. Reduced injuries and lower claim costs over time reflect on a COR company’s experience-rated WorkSafeBC premiums. Incentive payments can be calculated in advance using the ROI Calculator Tool on the AgSafe website. Workplace health and safety programs make business operations safe and more efficient.
Safe workplaces generally experience a decrease in work-related injury incidents and lost time, resulting in higher productivity. Employers who demonstrate care and value of their employees also see a higher retention of loyal, skilled and experienced workers.
Effective safety programs are a useful tool for preventing workplace injury: • B y identifying, assessing and controlling workplace hazards • B y communicating known hazards to all employees
Injury Management Contact AgSafe for online and on-site injury management resources to build a program that works for your workplace. AgSafeBC.ca
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