Brampton Joins the WSIB on Road to Zero Injuries, Illnesses and Fatalities
Wednesday, Dec 12 2007, 02:00
Brampton mayor Susan Fennell became the first mayor to sign on to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board's (WSIB) Community Workplace Health and Safety Charter at Brampton City Hall, committing the city to eliminating workplace injuries, illnesses and fatalities.
"We know that successful workplace safety begins at the top," said Steve Mahoney, Chair of the WSIB. "That's why I'm thrilled that Mayor Fennell and her council have endorsed the Charter and committed to serve as role models for all employers in their community. Together, we need to build a culture of workplace health and safety in every Ontario municipality where the only acceptable number of workplace injuries and illnesses is zero."
On its "Road to Zero," the WSIB runs high-profile and striking public awareness campaigns to help eliminate workplace injuries and fatalities in Ontario. The Charter is the WSIB's latest tool being used to increase awareness of the importance of workplace safety. By signing the Charter with the WSIB, Brampton has made a public commitment to actively participate in eliminating workplace injuries, illnesses and fatalities in their community.
Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) plays a key role in the province's occupational health and safety system. The WSIB administers no-fault workplace insurance for employers and their workers and is committed to the prevention of workplace injuries and illnesses. The WSIB provides disability benefits, monitors the quality of healthcare, and assists in early and safe return to work for workers who are injured on the job or contract an occupational disease.
For further information, please visit www.wsib.on.ca.
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