JHSC PART 2 JOINT HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
PO-Approved JHSC Part 2 Certification Training
The Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Part 2 Training is the final step to becoming a fully certified JHSC member under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Offered by Safety First Training, this CPO-approved program builds on the foundational knowledge of JHSC Part 1 and focuses on recognizing, assessing, and managing workplace-specific hazards.
The JHSC Part 2 Training is designed to meet the unique needs of workplaces, focusing on provincial hazard priorities and empowering participants to effectively apply hazard management principles. This course is required to be completed within 12 months of Part 1 certification to achieve full JHSC member status.
Our training is available in in-class or online formats, ensuring flexibility and accessibility for all learners. Participants will gain the tools and confidence to support workplace parties, fulfill their legislated duties, and enhance their company’s internal responsibility system for preventing injuries and illnesses.
By the end of the training, learners will have developed actionable strategies to manage workplace hazards and provide recommendations to their employer for a safer work environment.
Who Needs JHSC Part 2 Training?
Your workplace's requirements depend on its size:
1–5 Employees: No JHSC required unless a designated substance regulation applies.
6–19 Employees: One worker health and safety representative is required.
20–49 Employees: Minimum of two JHSC members.
50+ Employees: Minimum of four JHSC members.
Duration
On average, 13 hours
Completion
Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.
JHSC Part 2 Course Outline
1. Review of JHSC Part 1 Concepts
Key principles and responsibilities of JHSC members.
2. Understanding Provincial Hazard Priorities
Focus on high-risk hazards as defined by Ontario regulations.
3. Applying Hazard Management Principles
The RACE Principles:
Recognize workplace hazards.
Assess risks associated with hazards.
Control hazards using effective measures.
Evaluate the effectiveness of controls.
4. Practical Hazard Management
Description of workplace hazards and their potential impact on health and safety.
Reviewing relevant legislations, standards, and guidelines for each hazard.
Practical exercises in hazard recognition, assessment, control, and evaluation.
5. Drafting Action Plans
Develop action plans with clear recommendations for addressing workplace hazards.
Collaborate with other participants to practice hazard management tools.
Key Features of JHSC Part 2 Training
CPO-Approved Certification that fulfills Ontario OHSA requirements.
Training tailored to workplace-specific hazards and legislative standards.
Focus on developing practical skills for managing workplace safety.
Flexible learning formats: in-class or online options.
Immediate application of hazard management tools in real-world scenarios.