Canada Labour Code, Part II – Work Place & Policy Health and Safety Committees
Next: N/A
Canada Labour Code, Part II – Work Place & Policy Health and Safety Committees
Bill C-12, which came into effect in September 2000, amended the Canada Labour Code, Part II, by introducing the requirement for a Policy Health and Safety Committee for work places with more than 300 employees; amending the powers and duties of Work Place Health and Safety Committees; and by extending the duties of employers – particularly in relation to protection of third parties. Participants in this course will gain a solid understanding of the application and provisions of CLC-II, and their roles and responsibilities as Work Place and / or Policy Health and Safety Committee Members.

What You'll Learn
Who This Course Is For
Course Format & Delivery
FAQs and Notes
Why should Health & Safety Committee members take this course?
Strong Health & Safety Committees are essential to creating safer, more compliant workplaces. This course gives committee members the knowledge and confidence to understand their legal duties, participate effectively in meetings and inspections, and make meaningful recommendations that improve workplace safety and organizational performance.
What will participants learn about Health & Safety Committees under the Canada Labour Code Part II?
Participants will learn the differences between Policy Health & Safety Committees, Work Place Committees, and Health & Safety Representatives, along with their legal requirements, roles, responsibilities, and powers under the Canada Labour Code Part II. The course also explains how the Internal Responsibility System supports collaboration between employers and employees to prevent workplace injuries and incidents.
How does this course help committees become more effective?
This course teaches participants how to establish clear Terms of Reference, develop committee goals and objectives, improve communication, and create well-structured recommendations that drive real workplace improvements. Participants gain practical tools that help committees move beyond compliance and become active leaders in workplace safety.
Why is understanding employer and employee responsibilities so important?
Health and safety is a shared responsibility. This course helps participants navigate legislative requirements and understand the duties owed by employers, employees, supervisors, and committee members. By understanding everyone’s responsibilities, organizations can improve accountability, strengthen safety culture, and reduce workplace risk.
What role does a Workplace Health & Safety Committee play under the Canada Labour Code, Part II?
A Workplace Health & Safety Committee plays an important role in supporting a safe and healthy work environment. Committee members work collaboratively with employers and employees to identify hazards, participate in inspections and investigations, review health and safety concerns, and help ensure compliance with the Canada Labour Code, Part II.
Who should take this course?
-New Federal Health & Safety Committee members
– Existing Federal Health & Safety Committee members
– Federal Health & Safety Representatives
– Supervisors
– Managers
– Employers who are starting a Federal workplace safety committee
Federal employers who are improving or strengthening an existing safety committee
Trusted by Industry Leaders
1,700+ online courses
100,000+ Trained, Regulatory Compliant
4.8 Avg Rating
Sarah K.
Safety Director, BuildCorp Inc.
