Vulnerable workers are at a higher risk for workplace injury and illness. Help ensure they understand the risks and their rights.
*Formerly known as Young Worker Awareness Program (YWAP)
Health and safety laws exist to protect all workers but some, like young workers, are even more vulnerable. Young workers juggle part-time jobs and change jobs frequently. They are new to the job more often. Studies have found that workers on the job for less than one month report four times as many injuries than those on the job for one year.
With a lack of work experience and often facing hazardous working conditions and little training, it is important for young workers to know their health and safety rights from day one.
Health & Safety Awareness Presentation (HSAP) gives students, new immigrants and other vulnerable workers the crucial information they need to ensure their health and safety on the job. These sessions can be presented to classrooms of any size – including general assemblies.