The Committee members shall develop a yearly work plan to ensure the activities identified by the Committee are fulfilled. All protocols, processes and standardized reports approved by the National Joint Health and Safety Committee shall form part of the Committee’s work plan. As well, the following list details some of the functions of the local Committees:
(i) hold meetings at regular intervals;
(ii) receive and settle employees’ complaints;
(iii) maintain records of the complaints presented;
(iv) examine the reports concerning the conditions within the workplace and the reports on the safety officers’ directives;
(v) co-operate with professional health services;
(vi) establish and support educational programs dealing with health and safety;
(vii) participate in investigations and inspections relating to health and safety;
(viii) develop and maintain related programs and protective measures;
(ix) ensure that related programs are followed;
(x) ensure that accurate records of work accidents are maintained, etc.;
(xi) co-operate with government safety officers;
(xii) study information on the actual or possible risks associated with equipment or work methods;
(xiii) study all the Corporation’s reports concerning the health and safety of employees within the bargaining unit;
(xiv) establish a list of suitable candidates to receive training and become competent first aid attendants from employees proposed by both parties;
(xv) perform any other function that the National Joint Health and Safety Committee deems appropriate with a view to improving the administration of the health and safety policy in the workplace;
(xvi) shall participate in the implementation of changes that may affect occupational health and safety, including work processes and procedures.
YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY MATTERS!
The Local Joint Health and Safety Committee plays a vital role in ensuring a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. If you have a health and safety concern, report it through the appropriate channels so it can be reviewed and addressed in accordance with the Terms of Reference.
WORKING TOGETHER FOR A SAFER WORKPLACE.
In Solidarity,
Stacey Pritchard,
1st Vice-President,
CUPW Toronto Local.
June 16, 2026
