Saskatchewan Safety Council Occupation Division
35th Annual Industrial Safety Seminar
February 4 - 6, 2008
TCU Place
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
ESPS Electrical Safety Program Solutions INC., will be leading a workshop at the Seminar, look for our exhibit booth as well:
Safe Electrical Work Planning Workshop
A very practical and hands on full morning workshop that will cover very comprehensively all the electrical hazards involved with the execution of electrical work including direct contact and arc flash and blast.
The Four Step Process. Indentify – Quantify – Select PPE and Tools – Document, Document, Document.
Specific electrical tasks from your business units. NFPA 70E and the upcoming CSA Z462 will be referenced.
Qualifications, training and electrical safety programs to be discussed.
Prepare to get involved and roll up your sleeves.
Background information on the Seminar:
Injuries Are Costly!
One of the greatest health concerns facing Canadians today is unintentional injuries and injury related deaths. In fact, unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for Canadians between the ages of 1 and 44. Injuries kill more young people between the ages of 1 and 20 than all other causes of death combined.
Over 2 million Canadians are treated annually at an economic cost of more than $8.7 million dollars. A recent study titled “ The Economic Burden of Unintentional Injuries in
Saskatchewan” conducted by the SmartRisk Foundation found that injuries cost
Saskatchewanresidents approximately $595 million dollars a year.
What Is the Industrial Safety Seminar?
Industry has known for many years that safety doesn’t cost – it pays. The Industrial Safety Seminar was started in 1974 by a group of concerned individuals with the aim of giving safety professionals in
Saskatchewana forum to discuss areas of common concern and bringing a high quality safety event to the province.
Since 1974, the event has grown to become
Saskatchewan’s premier safety show and one of the largest events of its type in western
Canada. The 35thAnnual Industrial Safety Seminar will feature approximately 25 educational sessions with speakers from
Saskatchewan,
Canadaand the
United States. It will also feature one of the largest displays of safety equipment and services in western
Canadawith over 60 display booths.
When and Where Will the Industrial Safety Seminar Be Held?
The 35thAnnual Industrial Safety Seminar will take place on February 4, 5 & 6, 2008 at
TCU Place,
S About the
SaskatchewanSafety Council
Formed in 1955, the Saskatchewan Safety Council is a non-government, non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of injuries and fatalities.
Our four divisions (Occupation, Traffic, Farm and Home & Community) offer comprehensive safety training programs, materials, information and consulting in
Saskatchewanat all levels of expertise. We also have approximately 500 members dedicated to making safety a priority for everyone at work, home and play.
For further information about the Saskatchewan Safety Council or any of our programs, call us at
306-757-3197
or visit our web site at www.sasksafety.org.
Who Will Attend?
The Industrial Safety Seminar, although aimed primarily at business and industry, is open to anyone interested in safety. In February 2007, attendance was approximately 700 delegates, representing Safety Managers & Professionals, Occupational Health & Safety Committee Members, Supervisors and interested small businesses and individuals. Delegates represent a large cross section of
Saskatchewanindustries, Provincial and Federal regulatory agencies, crown corporations and private companies.
The Industrial Safety Seminar is an excellent opportunity for experienced safety practitioners to attend educational sessions with experts on a variety of current topics. It is also an opportunity for newcomers to the safety field to expand their network and safety skills.