2019 Safety First in Cape Breton Award Recipients. |
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The Safety First in Cape Breton Network brings together a variety of like-minded individuals who are all working towards making Cape Breton the safest place to do business in Nova Scotia. Employers and their employees across a diverse range of organizations are committed to making a recognized effort to ensuring safe work practices are used to avoid accidents and prevent injuries on the job. This year the Safety First in Cape Breton Network wants to honour those individuals and businesses who are committed to the advancement of workplace health and safety, by promoting the total wellbeing, including physical, psychosocial, and mental health of the working people in our region.
There are six categories of awards; each possesses qualities that recognize a range of occupational health and safety elements including employee training, leadership, innovative training initiatives, and individual engagement. The full list of categories and the nomination requirements for each award are listed below.
There are six categories of awards; each possesses qualities that recognize a range of occupational health and safety elements including employee training, leadership, innovative training initiatives, and individual engagement. The full list of categories and the nomination requirements for each award are listed below.
2019 Award Recipients
Young Advocate Award
Ben Boutilier, Harbourstone Enhanced Care Pictured: Ben Boutilier, Harbourstone Enhanced Care & Bill Reid, Marine Atlantic Inc. Nominees are individuals between the ages of 18 and 35, who play a vital role in carrying out their employer’s safety mandate. They have shown a high level of maturity and sound level of judgement that is required to complete their job in an efficient and safe manner. This individual is not afraid to ask questions, is dedicated to helping others in their workplace follow safe work practices, and contributes towards the creation of a positive occupational health and safety culture. 
Safety Culture Champion Award
Copol International Ltd. Pictured: Denis Lanoë, Copol International Ltd. & Kelly Johnston-Noseworthy, WCB Nova Scotia Nominees in this category are employers in the region who have had an outstanding safety record. Nominees are longstanding safety champions who have built their company’s success without compromising occupational health and safety practices. Nominees can be from any industry sector, but must have been in business for at least 15 years. Nominees keep prevention and return to work at the heart of their business. Nominees are caring and compassionate employers who provide their employees with support in all facets related to health and safety. |
Engagement Ally Award
Erin Gillis, Municipality of the County of Inverness Pictured: Erin Gillis, Municipality of the County of Inverness & Paul Breski, Nova Scotia Power Nominees in this category are training providers or OH&S managers who have done a superior job educating clients or employees about the importance of creating a positive workplace health and safety culture. Nominees have created a culture where people feel valued, respected, and satisfied in their jobs while working in a safe and healthy environment. Two-way communication and hands-on training are key components of the nominees’ safety training method. Nominees have a keen understanding that trust, honesty, and respect are essential to building a reputable safety culture where people feel engaged and inspired to learn vital health and safety procedures. 
Outstanding Health & Safety Committee Award
Lynk Electric Pictured: Colleen Brushett, Lynk Electric, Harold Carroll, NS Department of Labour and Advanced Education, and Ernie Dalton, Lynk Electric Nominees in this category are proactive workplace health and safety committee/representatives who foster a culture of health and safety and have demonstrated commitment to health and safety in their workplace. Nominees committees have demonstrated their commitment, going beyond the requirements of the employee(s) role and continuously working towards improvement by promoting an environment that is respectful, healthy, and safe through planning, creativity, and collaboration. Nominee committee’s identify concerns and implement recommendations, perform safety audits, and undertake activities/actions to prevent injuries or illnesses, exhibiting leadership in their workplace. |
