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Professional Development for Health & Safety Practitioners

Ryan Davis, CRSP, CHSC, CETACSA Course Development ManagerMarch 10, 2016

NCSO 2016 Conference

Krystyn Maskell, B. Kin, HSAACSA Course Development Project Coordinator

Part Presented By Time1. Introduction of ACSA,NCSO & the Future Ryan Davis 8:00 – 8:45 (45 min.)

Break 8:45 – 8:55 (10 min.)2. Choosing A Path Ryan Davis 8:55 – 9:40 (45 min.)

Break 9:40 – 9:50 (10 min.)3. Getting Hired Krystyn Maskell, HSA 9:50 – 10:35 (45 min.)

Break 10:35 – 10:45 (10 min.)4. Consultants Ryan Davis 10:45 – 11:30 (45 min.)

Questions & Answers Session

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Which best describes your current job level?

Introduction of ACSA, NCSO & Future

History of the ACSA & NCSOACSA MandateCreating the NCSO Designation How Many NCSO’s Today

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Introduction of ACSA, NCSO & Future

Current StateNCSO’s in the MarketplaceNew Demands & Extra CredentialsOptions

ACSA MandateVisionMission

Guiding PrinciplesFour Pillars

Code of Ethics

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ACSA Vision Through the co-operative efforts of all involved, the construction environment in Alberta will be the safest anywhere

ACSA Mission Provide quality advice and education for the construction industry that will reduce human suffering and financial costs associated with workplace incidents

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ACSA Guiding Principles 1. Respect for individuals2. Safety on every

construction site is paramount.

3. ACSA is inclusive, representing all construction sectors in Alberta

5. Leadership in safety education6. Provide quality advice to

government & industry7. Promote human, organization,

& financial ROI of a safe site8. Promote safety as a good

business practice

Capacity

Mission

Diversity Adaptability

Vision

Accessibility

Guiding Principles

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Discussion

What standards do you believe Safety practitioners should follow?

Code of Ethics (NCSO/HSA) 1. Provide sound judgement

while recognizing own competency

2. Truthfulness, honesty, integrity

3. Professional behavior

5. Educated on construction safety laws

6. Maintain confidentiality7. Use ACSA designations in a

truthful manner8. Professional growth and

advocate against discrimination

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Creating NCSO Designation Collaborated between CFCSA & ACSA

• National Standard (CSO™)

ACSA NCSO established 2006• Based off CFCSA standards

CFCSA Standards Minimum requirements for each provincial CSO™Academic RequirementsAcademic Requirements Work ExperienceWork Experience

Formal Competency AssessmentFormal Competency Assessment

Code of Conduct & Ethical Principles

Code of Conduct & Ethical PrinciplesProgram ContentInvestigations

TrainingLegislationSupervisory

HazardsInspections

RecordsStatistics

3+ years Construction Experience

Completed Worksite

documents

Sign NCSO Code of Conduct

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How Many NCSO’s Today

0400800

12001600200024002800

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

NCSO & CSO Designations Received Per Year (Alberta)Total NCSOs

11,545Total CSOs2,039

NCSOs in Marketplace Transition from 20 years ago

• Complex legislation • Changing obligations for employers

Demand for OH&S certified professionals • Complete certified program

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DiscussionHow are you more desirable to a

company than 13,584 other NCSOs?

NCSOs in Marketplace Levels of NCSO practitioners

• Entry or Intermediate-Level

Level based on NEEDkNowledge, Experience, Education, Designations (& Certifications)

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What is/are your professional goal(s) in Health & Safety, for the next year?

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Other Responses Encourage more safety culture Additional OH&S field experience Continuing CRSP & CHSC credits Obtain Radiation Safety Officer Obtain Gold Seal

DiscussionCertificationvs.Designation

What’s the difference?

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Certification vs. Designation Interchangeable terms One is no less than other Difference is process

• Professional certification process?

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Certification vs. DesignationSafety Designation Provincial/National Association Completion of courses Mostly no maintenance Not independently accredited

Certification vs. DesignationSafety Certification Safety practitioner organizations Formal education & experience Formal competency process Maintenance process

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Academic RequirementsAcademic RequirementsWork ExperienceWork Experience

Formal Competency AssessmentFormal Competency AssessmentCode of Conduct & Ethical Principles

Code of Conduct & Ethical Principles

Certification DesignationRequired Rarely requiredRequired May be required

Mandatory programs required

Declaration of Oath required

Professional DevelopmentProfessional Development Mandatory programs may be required

Declaration of Oath may be required

Required May be Required

Certification vs. DegreeDegree (Bachelor, Master, PhD) Accredited institutions Formal education, experience &

assessment No maintenance or Code of Ethics

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Value of Certification Indicator of commitment, growth Prescreens professionalism Benchmark KSAs Provides standard of practice Supports development in field

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Opportunities for development?

Program Duration Cost Dist.UoA Certificate 1 -3 years P.T. $ 7,820 BothNAIT Diploma 2 years F.T. $ 23,213 No

UoNBCertificate 2 years P.T. $ 6,695 YesUoNB Diploma 2 years P.T. $ 5,200 YesUoFred CHSEP 2 years P.T. $ 6,800 YesUoFred SHEM 1.5 years P.T. $ 7,600 Yes

Consider your desired pathSupplement with educationOHS Courses in Canada

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Program Duration Cost Dist.BCIT Certificate 2 years P.T. $ 8,325 YesBCIT Diploma 2 years F.T. $ 13,527 NoUBC MSc OEH 42 Credits $ 4,617 / yr NoRyerson BAScOHS 4 years $ 27,716 No

UoT MPH 2 years F.T. $ 9,580 / yr No

Entry Intermediate

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NHigh School DiplomaEnrolled in OH&S Program Completed workshops/seminars2 yrs. IndustryMember of JHSCLeading Safety discussions

Critical thinkingInterpersonalBasic computer ability

None (Preference with)

Strong written skillsBusiness software proficiencyOH&S Diploma or CertificateComplete OH&S ProgramOther combinationsMinimum 3 yrs. F.T.As OHS practitioner

CHSC ® CSOCRSP ® NCSO

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Managerial Director

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NBachelor or Master’s (~OHS)

Min. 10 yrs. High development rolesHigh leadership roles

Knowledge of OHSEffective PresentationContinual professional develop.Stakeholder relationshipsExpert knowledge of OHSStrong ethics, organization

Degree, diploma, certificate (~OHS)

Min. 5 yrs F.T. Deliver trainingManaging projects in OH&SCHSC CMIOSH CSOCRSP CIH NCSOCCPE CSP RCSOCOHN ROH

New Demands & Extra CredentialsCanadian Safety CertificationsCanadian Safety Certifications

Canadian Safety DesignationsCanadian Safety Designations

International Safety CertificationsInternational Safety CertificationsCCPE

CHSC®CHSMSACOHN [C]CRSP®

ROHROHT

CSC CSORCSO CSSGSC-CSCHSA HSP

NCSO QSR

CET CHMMCHMP CIH

CMIOSHCPEA CPSACSHM CSMP

CSP®

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Canadian Safety CertificationsCanadian Safety CertificationsCCPE: Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist CHSC®: Certified Health & Safety ConsultantCHSMSA: Certified Health & Safety Management System AuditorCOHN [C]: Certified Occupation Health NurseCRSP®: Canadian Registered Safety ProfessionalROH: Registered Occupations HygienistROHT: Registered Occupation Hygiene Technologist

CRSPCRSP Internationally RecognizedCommitted to Loss Control PrinciplesContinual MaintenanceManage HS&E Systems

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Canadian Safety DesignationsCanadian Safety DesignationsCSC: Construction Safety CoordinatorCSO: Construction Safety OfficerCSS: Construction Safety SpecialistGSC-CSC: Gold Seal – CSC

Canadian Safety DesignationsCanadian Safety DesignationsHSA: Health and Safety AdministratorHSP: Registered Occupations HygienistROHT: Registered Occupation Hygiene TechnologistQSR: Qualified Safety Representative

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International Safety CertificationsInternational Safety CertificationsCET®: Certified Environmental, Safety & Health TrainerCHMM®: Certified Hazardous Materials ManagerCHMP: Certified Hazardous Materials PractitionerCIH: Certified Industrial HygienistCMIOSH: Chartered Safety & Health Practitioner

International Safety CertificationsInternational Safety CertificationsCPEA: Certified Professional Environmental AuditorCPSA: Certified Process Safety AuditorCSHM: Certified Safety & Health ManagerCSMP: Certified Safety Management PractitionerCSP®: Certified Safety Professional

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Summary NCSO’s established 2006, follow ACSA Mandate Certification vs. Designation Extra credentials; cert., diploma, degree Adaptability is key, diversity is the lock

Choosing A Path

Specialist v. GeneralistSpecialties in OH&S

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How would you (generally) rank yourself?

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Other Responses“Feel I will be very competent in Safety Role.”

“Passion for H&S, not measurable by %, struggle due to company’s view of only profits.”

“Not in Safety but feel confident in learning, personality and drive to be sought after by employers.”

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~100 attendees in session; how do you rank?

Other Responses“I have confidence, incomparable due to my limited safety background.”

“Involved in Safety for 9 months, experience below average but not overall compared to those with more experience.”

“First time attending, I take Safety seriously.”

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DiscussionSpecialist vs. Generalist

What is the right choice?

Generalist Specialist Broad skill range Niche expert

Navigate ill-defined environment Navigate defined environmentManagement favored Optimal for new hire

More competitive Less flexible laborLess favored for hire System interconnectivity

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What is the Right Choice? Both have strong strengths and weaknesses

Identify strengths and weaknesses?

Provide advice?

Assess “Workplace Ecology”

Assess Workplace Stressors?

Management and Safety Experience?

Develop, design, deliver training?

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Specialties in OH&SAuditorAuditor

ConsultantConsultantErgonomistErgonomistHygienistHygienistManagerManagerTrainerTrainer

CRSP, CHSMSACRSP, CHSMSA CPEA & CPSACPEA & CPSACRSP, CHSCCRSP, CHSCCRSP, CCPECRSP, CCPECRSP, ROH, ROHTCRSP, ROH, ROHT CIHCIH

CHMM, CSDH CSMPCHMM, CSDH CSMPCETCET

CRSPCRSPCRSPCRSP

AuditorAuditorCRSP, CHSMSA & CPEA Develop systems for optimal control Identify baseline, strengths, weaknesses Follows ISO 19011, OHSAS 18001, CSA

Z1000, ANSI Z10

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ConsultantConsultantCRSP® & CHSC®Completion of post-secondary Internal, External, PrivateProvide leadership, advice & serviceMust maintain E&O insurance

1) Education & Experience2) Specialized Training & Examination3) CHSC Ethical Standards4) Assurance of protections5) Professional Growth 6) Independence consultative advice

Advantages of Consultants

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ErgonomistErgonomistCRSP, CCPE (1989) & A.E.Bachelor Degree, No examinationScience-backed safety and efficiency

assessment of tasks “Ecology of Work-Place”

HygienistHygienistCRS, ROH & CIHPost-Secondary or equivalent experienceChemical, physical, biological &

ergonomic stressors Life Science-focused

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ManagerManagerCRSP®, CHMM, CSHM & CSMP, CSP®Associate Degree minimumHigh Level EHS Management Skills &

KnowledgeMay be specialized, Hazardous Materials

TrainerTrainerCRSP® & CETRequires BCSP credential & 135 hours

teachingDevelop, design, deliver HS&E Training

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Choosing A PathGeneralist vs. SpecialistEducation, Experience, Accreditation Multiple options; multiple routes

Getting Hired1. Your Resume2. Preparing for Interviews3. Interview Questions4. Interview Follow-up & Etiquette

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Your ResumeCommon Application IssuesSeen by potential employer through:

Cover Letter Resume Body

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Common Errors Include:Cover Letter

• Missing cover letter• Errors in cover letter• Not citing relevant work experience

Resume Body

• Citing incomplete certifications• Falsifying credentials• Unclear timelines

. Common Errors Include:

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Effective Use of References• Have reference’s permission• Give reference copy of job description• Choose people easy to contact • List references as “Available upon

request”

Resume ExerciseYou are hiring a Safety Coordinator for a Civil Construction company.

Using previous information, which of the following candidates would you pick for an interview?

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Interview PreparationKnow job description Brainstorm potential questionsPrepare examples of past success Research the company

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Interview Preparation First Impressions

• Dress appropriately • Documents• Meeting Interviewer• Multiple Interviewers

Interview QuestionsHow would you answer the following questions?

“Which safety management systems standards are you familiar with?”

“Which safety management systems standards do you have experience with in the workplace and

how were they used?”

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Interview Questions CSSE Interview Guide

• Study tool for Entry to Director level Page 59: How do answer vary from

the guidelines?

Interview Questions“Describe a training initiative in which

you played a role. Outline your role and describe the objectives of the training

and how they were met.”

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Interview QuestionsRefer to Answer Guidelines pg 57 Assess knowledge, skill & ability on:

• Material evaluation • Workplace observation • Competency assessment• Records and database maintenance

Interview Follow-UpTiming is key: stay under 24 hours Email or handwritten note:

• Thank you • Highlights of conversation • Restate interest in position and• Why you are an excellent fit

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Post-Interview Etiquette If successful: Congrats! If unsuccessful:

• Thank company for reply & interview• Can carefully ask for feedback• Do not argue

“Feedback is an opinion, grounded in observations and experiences which allows us to

know what impression we make on others”.

Sandberg, S., & Scovell, N. (2013). Lean in: Women, work, and the will to lead.

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ConsultantsEstablishing ExpectationsBarriers to EnterLiabilities

DiscussionWhere would you go to

understand your expectations as a Safety Professional?

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Experience working with H&S Contractors?

Establishing ExpectationsInitially: Alberta OH&S LegislationSpecific for each credential

• Governing Body Mandates• Code of Conduct• Recertification

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Establishing ExpectationsPromotion

• Quality of Work• Networking & Testimonies • Advertisements (Experience, Education,

Credentials)

Establishing ExpectationsOH&S Legislation; Worker or Supervisor?

• Dictated by actions and agreement

Due Diligence: level of care and actions expected under particular circumstances

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Barriers to EnterMinimal barriers; caution = protection Multiple routes to practice

• Internal vs. External• Multiple forms of External consulting

Multiple Routes to ConsultingProprietorship

Corporation

Limited

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ProprietorshipOwner is entity of company

Simple & Inexpensive Unlimited Liability Direct decision control Income tax bracket

Lowest regulatory burden Heavily owner reliantProfits to Owner Capital cost

CorporationLegal entity separate from stakeholders

Limited Liability Closely regulatedOwnership transfers Expensive to formSeparate legal entity Potential stakeholder conflictContinuous existence Extensive documentation

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Limited PartnershipPartnership without management and limited liability

Easy start-up Not separate legal itemShared profits & assets Unlimited liability; sharedPotential tax advantage Difficulty in finding partner

Profits to Owner Potential conflict

LiabilitiesDependent on

• Type of company• Role filled on work site• Internal or external

Caution with thoroughness • Documentation & Records

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LiabilitiesCivil LawsuitGeneral Duty Clause Indemnity Clause Joint & Several Liability

LiabilitiesProtection

• Caution & Thoroughness • Errors & Omissions• Commercial General Liability

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LiabilitiesErrors & Omissions Private practice or Companies Held to high standards Protection from error or omission

LiabilitiesCommercial General Business protectionBodily injury & Property damage Advertising liabilityDefense costs

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Moving Forward H&S Systems, Accreditation requirements own

efforts can be life saving Know what you don’t know Perception is a capability, linked to competency Competency gaps impact risk mitigation

ReferencesAlberta Association for Safety PartnershipsAlberta Construction Safety AssociationAmerican Board of Industrial HygieneAuditing Association of CanadaBoard of Certified Canadian Safety ProfessionalsBoard of Certified Safety ProfessionalsBoard of Environmental, Health & Safety Auditor CertificationsCanadian College for the Certification of Professional

Ergonomists

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Canadian Registration Board of Occupational HygienistsCanadian Society of Safety Engineering Government of AlbertaGovernment of CanadaInstitute for Safety & Health ManagementInstitute of Hazardous Materials ManagementInstitution of Occupational Safety and Health Worksafe Alberta

Thank you for your time.