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Ryan Conlin and Landon Young both presented at the first annual Health, Safety & Environment Conference and Trade Show
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Published on October 11, 2011 |  |
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Ryan Conlin and Landon Young both spoke at the first annual Health, Safety & Environment Conference and Trade Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on September 27<sup>th</sup> and 28<sup>th</sup> 2011.</p>
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Landon Young spoke to attendees about what to expect when an occupational health and safety inspector visits an employer’s premise. Among his recommendations, Landon emphasized the importance of cooperation with the Inspector, how to respond to onerous orders and how to handle Inspectors’ post-accident investigations.</p>
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Ryan Conlin provided insight into the new developments in Ontario’s Health and Safety Regime under Bill 160. In particular he spoke about the recent appointment of the Chief Prevention Officer, which is a new position created under Bill 160 (see Ryan’s <a href="/uploads/ckeditor/attachment_files/23/2011_03_Bill_160_Amendments_Occupational_Health_Safety_Workplace_Safety_Insurance.pdf?1322490096" target="_blank">SBH Update </a>for more information). The Ontario Government has appointed George Gritiozitis as the Chief Prevention Officer. Mr. Gritiozitis is the founding executive director of the Construction Sector Council. We will keep you posted with any new developments.</p>
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