Small Biz Safety

Small Biz Safety

Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

Episodes 45
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Declining
Since Nov 2020
Latest Episode Jul 2025

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smallbizsafety.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

Run a small business? Let our safety experts walk you through simple steps to make your workplace safer and your business better. Brought to you by Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) in Ontario, Canada.

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#42 - Balancing business and safety: Tips to save time and money

Jul 16, 2025 18m

Struggling to balance business and managing health and safety? WSPS consultant Amanda Gorman shares simple ways to make safety part of your daily routine to save time, money, and stress. Plus, get…

#41 – Navigating fatigue and stress in difficult times

Mar 18, 2025 19m

These days, many of us are feeling tired and stressed. In this episode, we'll discuss what causes fatigue, how it affects workplace safety, and how to handle it. You'll also get tips to manage…

#40 - Respond to crime and violence in your retail business

Dec 10, 2024 22m

Ontario retail businesses are struggling to cope with a sharp rise in crime, violence and harassment. Hear tips on how you can protect your workplace and team with a new comprehensive guide on retail…

#39 – Fall has arrived: Safety tips for the busy season

Oct 30, 2024 11m

The busy fall season has arrived and so have seasonal challenges. Cooler weather can bring worker fatigue, respiratory illnesses, seasonal depression, and more. Learn how to protect yourself and your…

#38 – Empowering PPE: Covergalls' Alicia Woods shares tips for small business on providing safe PPE for all genders

Sep 18, 2024 24m

In this episode, we are joined by Alicia Woods, CEO of Covergalls, a company whose mission is to transform workwear for women around the world by providing safe, and inclusive workwear designed with…

#37 – First Aid fundamentals for your small business

Aug 20, 2024 32m

Do you know the First Aid requirements for Ontario businesses? Test your knowledge as our hosts Pam Patry and Shawn Chadwick answer common questions about First Aid (2:30). Plus, learn some steps you…

#36 – Keeping young people safe at work: Tips for your business

Jun 27, 2024 26m

Small Biz Safety Podcast – Episode 36 #36 – Keeping young people safe at work: Tips for your business Hear practical tips on keeping young workers safe from three unique perspectives - an OHS…

#35 - Breaking language and cultural barriers to keep workers safe

Jun 06, 2024 20m

Like Canada, your small business is diverse. Your employees may include new Canadians, temporary foreign workers, or others with English as their second language. Learn tips to overcome language and…

#34 - Looking to simplify safety? Use these free game-changing tools for your small business

Apr 23, 2024 18m

Hear about two powerful resources you can use to make your small business safer. Get updated on a new online safety handbook that can be customized for your business, and short videos so you will…

#33 – Workplace racking 101: What your small biz needs to know

Jan 30, 2024 36m

What is rack safety and what should your business do to get started? Get answers and practical tips to keep your workers and your operations protected. Guests are Marc and Charles from Damotech.…

#32 - Retail theft is on the rise: is your small business prepared?

Nov 08, 2023 23m

With rising inflation, businesses both big and small are struggling with an increase in theft and retail crime. Is your business prepared? We share training tips so your workers know how to respond…

#31 - How prioritizing workplace culture pays!

Oct 13, 2023 22m

How can moving towards a healthy workplace culture improve your small business? Learn simple steps you can take to retain great people and boost productivity. Then, hear about three free tools that…

#30 - Your autumn safety checklist: preparing your workplace for seasonal changes

Sep 21, 2023 14m

As the cooler weather approaches, we have your autumn safety checklist for work and home. Plus, learn about new licensing requirements for temporary help agencies in Ontario. Note: This episode was…

#29 – Protect employees from wildfire smoke

Jul 27, 2023 16m

Wildfires are expected to continue for the rest of the summer and to increase in intensity, severity, size and duration in future. Learn how you can use the Air Quality Index and protect employees…

#28 – Responding to wildfires, staffing shortages and violence in the workplace: expert tips for your business

Jun 23, 2023 23m

Wildfires, staffing shortages, and violence in the workplace are issues many businesses have been faced with lately. We welcome Alexandra from Camping in Ontario to share insights on how campgrounds…

#27 – How to reduce manufacturing injuries: new study sheds light on causes and solutions

May 09, 2023 26m

A new WSPS and Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) study reveals a disconnect between how workers and managers view health and safety. Hear tips on bridging the gap between workers and managers,…

#26 – Young workers: the right training can keep your business running

Apr 13, 2023 22m

In Ontario, young workers are 3x more likely to be injured in their first 30 days on the job than at any other point in their working life. Learn 3 important tips all young workers should hear and…

#25 – Working with machines: being proactive about safety pays!

Mar 14, 2023 23m

A Kitchener company and its CEO were fined $100,000 for machine guarding violations – could this happen to you? Protect your people and your business by learning about your legal requirements and the…

#24 – NEW Naloxone requirements: will they impact your business?

Feb 02, 2023 31m

There are new naloxone requirements for Ontario workplaces – do you need to comply? Find out when the new legislation comes into effect and how it could impact your business (0:53). Then, hear how an…

#23 – Mailbag: Safety Experts Answer Your Questions

Dec 15, 2022 31m

It's time for our experts to answer your questions! Find out about the latest on masking guidance, learn how to reduce the risk of violence and harassment during stressful times, and if you regularly…

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Small Biz Safety has published 45 episodes since November 2020, covering topics in Business, Education.

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