Professional Development

Certificate of Recognition (COR) Program: A Pathway to Excellence and Industry Credibility
AGM

Certificate of Recognition (COR) Program: A Pathway to Excellence and Industry Credibility

Competencies: Total Health & Wellness and Business Acumen
CPD Hour(s): 1
Intended Audience: OHS, HR Professionals, Disability Management

Occupational health and safety is crucial for safeguarding workers' well-being. It encompasses preventive measures, standards and training to minimize workplace hazards, injuries and illnesses. Ensuring workers' physical and mental well-being not only protects them but also your business.

OHS Prevention Services Branch, Partnerships in Injury Reduction Unit, will discuss how to develop and implement the ten elements of OHS management systems, how to achieve a Certificate of Recognition (COR) or a Small Employer Certificate of Recognition (SECOR), and how to earn WCB rebates for participation in these programs.

About the Speakers:
Bowman Pringle Partnerships Consultant Bio: Bowman Pringle has worked for the Government of Alberta for 13 years. In his previous role, Bowman worked as a Correctional Peace Officer, where he was responsible for Occupational Health and Safety, creating policies and procedures. Bowman also won the Sumlak Award through AUPE in 2021, which is the highest safety award conferred by AUPE. Bowman joined Partnerships in 2022.

Randy Gauthier: Started with the Alberta government as an OHS officer doing worksite inspections and assisting with investigations of reportable incidents including fatalities. Over the last 21 years I have contributed as a manager of Inspections and Investigations, Alberta OHS Peace officer, training development and delivery for OHS officers and in the past year and a half, a Partnerships in Injury Reduction consultant. Prior to government I worked in the Forest industry in an Oriented strand board mill, in the woodlands as a forest planner, harvesting and planting supervisor and a private wood purchaser.