New registrations for upcoming live OHS information sessions and Let's Talk Safety webinars (live or recorded) qualify you for $200 off your next UNB OHS or Certificate in Management Essentials (CME) course.
*Limit of one discounted course per program during this promotion (i.e., COHS, DOHS, CSL or CME). Contact customerservice@unb.ca to find out more.
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Let’s Talk Safety webinar series for a fifth year! The lineup of safety experts will feature a blend of both new and familiar faces. The 2024-2025 season promises to tap into a variety of topics that will provide valuable insights and practical advice to attendees.
Toxic substances are present in our homes and workplaces. Statistics show that while measures are being implemented to control exposure, people continue to be exposed to substances that affect their health and wellbeing. These substances that can lead to disease and death.
Each year in the workplace, twice as many workers die of occupational disease than injury-related fatalities1. Year over year, three workers die each workday from disease rooted in occupational exposure. Asbestos, benzene, silica, and formaldehyde are top of mind as the most common culprits, but there are others. It's not just in the workplace that our employees may be getting exposed. Our homes may also be sources of these hazardous chemicals. Education is key and hazard recognition is the first step if we are to design effective programs to protect people from exposure.
In this webinar, you will learn about:
This focus of exposure needs to be expanded to include controlling exposure to chemicals causing disease at work and at home. We all deserve the opportunity to live in our homes and go to work without the fear of chemical exposure. Join us to learn strategies you can implement to make your home and workplace incident- and disease-free.
Glyn Jones is the General Manager of the EHS Division of Bravo Target Safety in Calgary, Alberta. He is a consulting Occupational Health and Safety specialist and leadership coach with almost 40 years of experience. Glyn is a chemical engineer by training, is a Professional Engineer, and has completed a Master’s degree specializing in occupational health and safety. He holds numerous professional certifications.
Glyn has been providing curriculum support and teaching at the University of New Brunswick occupational health and safety program for 16 years.
This webinar will review the process to analyze your evidence using a Sequence of Events and other tools to help identify Causal and Contributing Factors — an important step to get right before you move toward root cause analysis.
In this session, you will:
By the end of this webinar, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively analyze evidence, ensuring a thorough and accurate root cause analysis.
Darrel Nickerson is the Director of Health and Safety for Irving Forest Services based in Saint John, New Brunswick and has been involved in Safety for almost 30 years.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from UNB Saint John and a Master of Science in Environmental Management from Webster University, St. Louis, Mo. He holds a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)® designation and is a Six Sigma Green Belt certification from the Juran Institute.
Darrel is the current chairperson for the Board of Safety Services New Brunswick and recently joined the BCRSP Governing Board. He has been an instructor in UNB's Occupational Health and Safety program since 2018.
This engaging webinar explores the crucial roles of communications and conversations in safety leadership. Unlike traditional leadership roles, influencing in the safety sphere requires building trust and strong relationships within teams. Safety practitioners, Nuala Reilly and Chalena Biggar, will discuss their experiences and strategies for gaining management buy-in and fostering an environment where safety protocols are respected and followed.
By the end of this webinar, you will:
This webinar is designed for current and aspiring safety professionals, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the impact of effective communication on safety outcomes. Whether you're a student of the UNB program or simply keen on enhancing safety in your workplace, this webinar will provide valuable insights you can use in your career.
Nuala Reilly, CRST
Nuala is the Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Specialist at Harbour Development in Saint John, New Brunswick. Nuala spent most of her adult working life in administration –- most of those roles in areas of support, such as bankruptcy and health care.
In 2016, she lost her cousin to a workplace accident – an event that led her to re-evaluate her career goals and vision. As a result, Nuala made the decision to go back to school in her 40s to study safety with the University of New Brunswick (UNB). Upon completion of UNB’s Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, she obtained her first safety-specific role (her current position with Harbour Development). Nuala then went on to complete UNB’s Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety program in 2023 while working full time. In 2024, she obtained her Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST®) certification. Her dedication to safety is driven by the memory of her cousin and her continuing thirst for marrying knowledge with creativity.
Chalena Biggar, CRST, CHSC
Chalena has been working as a safety professional since 2012 in varying fields of construction, manufacturing and production. She is currently the occupational health and safety director at Cooke Inc., a Canadian multinational seafood company based in New Brunswick.
When Chalena started her safety career, she enrolled in UNB’s Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, working and learning simultaneously. In 2019, she obtained her CRST® through the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP). Chalena is currently enrolled in UNB’s Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety. Once completed, she plans to obtain her Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP®) certification. In 2024, Chalena was recognized as one of the Top Women in Safety in Canada by Canadian Occupational Safety.
Chalena is driven to improve health and safety conditions for employees through education, coaching and empathy. At her current employer, she has a dedicated safety team who share her passion. Together, they work to assist managers and employees with safety concerns, offering advice and building strong relationships.
Learn more about our online Occupational Health and Safety programs. Choose from the following to get access to upcoming and pre-recorded information sessions.
Join us for an overview of the Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, and Certificate in Safety Leadership programs. There will be a live Q&A at the end of the session so you can ask our safety expert your questions.
Date: April 23, 2025
Time: 5 p.m. AST
Presenter: Glyn Jones, M.A.Sc, P.Eng, CIH, CRSP
Cost: Free
Glyn Jones is the General Manager of the EHS Division of Bravo Target Safety in Calgary, Alberta. He is a consulting Occupational Health and Safety specialist and leadership coach with almost 40 years of experience. Glyn is a chemical engineer by training, is a Professional Engineer, and has completed a Master’s degree specializing in occupational health and safety. He holds numerous professional certifications.
Glyn has been providing curriculum support and teaching at the University of New Brunswick occupational health and safety program for 16 years.
Explore UNB's Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (COHS) with a free pre-recorded information session.
Explore UNB's Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) with a free pre-recorded information session.
Explore UNB's Certificate in Safety Leadership (CSL) with a free pre-recorded information session.
Explore UNB's Certificate in Management Essentials (CME) with a free pre-recorded information session.
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