Young Workers Zone

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Young Workers

for Young Workers

As a young person entering the work force you probably have lots of questions about your first job.

How much will I get paid? Can I refuse unsafe work?

You've got a job. Or you're getting ready to join the work world. Either way, it's important to be prepared. Here's your health and safety checklist. Check out these resources so you can be ready for anything you may come across on the job.

Stand Up 2 Bullying : Information, video clips, quizzes and tips to empower you against bullying from the Canadian Red Cross.

What Laws Apply to You? – It all depends on your job's location and the nature of your work.

The Real World – It could happen to anyone. And unfortunately for these young workers it did.

Helping Hands – Volunteering? You face the same hazards as a paid employee.

Be Prepared – Things you should know before you start your job.

Young Workers...It's Your Responsibility – Exactly where do your responsibilities start and end?

Details, Details – All the fine print about hours, wages, vacation time, etc.

Spread the Word – Posters, video clips, games and quizzes on workplace health & safety.

Looking for More? – Other reliable sources of health & safety info.

Digging Deeper – Need more information for a project or report? Dig Deeper into health & safety using these additional resources.

Now What? – Advice and direction on handling things that happen at work.

Rules to Work By – Eight basic rules to keep you safe and healthy on the job.

Initiatives & Programs – Engage young people's ideas and energy with these health & safety programs.

Job Search – Agencies and centres that can help you find your first job or a new job.

Tips for Young Workers – Keeps these tips in mind to stay safe while on the job.

Employee Rights – Every worker in Canada has three rights. Do you know what they are?

Job Hazards – Descriptions and hazards of jobs commonly held by young people.

Parents

for PARENTS

As a parent of a son or daughter entering the workforce, there are many things you can do to make sure they are well prepared.

As a parent what can I do to ensure my child's safety at work? What are my child's rights as a worker?

The first day on the job can be nerve wracking - both for your child and for you. Start by checking out these resources - they'll arm you with the information you need to help your young worker stay healthy and safe while on the job.

Stand Up 2 Bullying : Tips for parents to help prevent and stop bullying (from the Canadian Red Cross).

What Laws Apply to You? – It all depends on your job's location and the nature of your work.

The Real World – It could happen to anyone. And unfortunately for these young workers it did.

Helping Hands – Volunteering? You face the same hazards as a paid employee.

Parents...It's Your Responsibility – Exactly where do your responsibilities start and end?

Spread the Word – Posters, video clips, games and quizzes on workplace health & safety.

Looking for More? – Other reliable sources of health & safety info.

Now What? – Advice and direction on handling things that happen at work.

Kidz Korner – Material that promotes safe play and healthy lifestyle for the young ones.

Teachers

for TEACHERS

As a teacher, you play an important role in developing awareness of workplace health and safety issues in young people.

How much will I get paid? Can I refuse unsafe work?

As an educator of young people you are in a great position to spread the word...the word about the importance of workplace health & safety. Use the following resources to educate yourself and your students about their rights & responsibilities, hazards that apply to their particular job, questions they should ask, etc.

Stand Up 2 Bullying: Tips to help make your school safer, from the Canadian Red Cross.

What Laws Apply to You? – It all depends on your job's location and the nature of your work.

The Real World – It could happen to anyone. And unfortunately for these young workers it did.

Helping Hands – Volunteering? You face the same hazards as a paid employee.

Teachers...It's Your Responsibility – Exactly where do your responsibilities start and end?

Spread the Word – Posters, video clips, games and quizzes on workplace health & safety.

Looking for More? – Other reliable sources of health & safety info.

Digging Deeper – Need more information for a project or report? Dig Deeper into health & safety using these additional resources.

Now What? – Advice and direction on handling things that happen at work.

Rules to Work By – Eight basic rules to keep you safe and healthy on the job.

Initiatives & Programs – Engage young people's ideas and energy with these health & safety programs.

Kidz Korner – Material that promotes safe play and healthy lifestyle for the young ones.

Job Search – Agencies and centres that can help you find your first job or a new job.

Tips for Young Workers – Keeps these tips in mind to stay safe while on the job.

Employee Rights – Every worker in Canada has three rights. Do you know what they are?

Job Hazards – Descriptions and hazards of jobs commonly held by young people.

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Notes, activities, handouts, slides, tests and links to assist educators
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Employers

for EMPLOYERS

As an employer you are ultimately responsible for the health & safety of your employees.

How do I ensure I'm doing all that I can for our yoiung workers? It's a huge responsibility...where do I start?

Promote and maintain a safe workplace. Here's what you can do to educate yourself and put your knowledge into practice on the job site. Help protect your young workers.

What Laws Apply to You? – It all depends on your job's location and the nature of your work.

The Real World – It could happen to anyone. And unfortunately for these young workers it did.

Helping Hands – Volunteering? You face the same hazards as a paid employee.

Employers...It's Your Responsibility – Exactly where do your responsibilities start and end?

Spread the Word – Posters, video clips, games and quizzes on workplace health & safety.

Details, Details – All the fine print about hours, wages, vacation time, etc.

Looking for More? – Other reliable sources of health & safety info.

Initiatives & Programs – Engage young people's ideas and energy with these health & safety programs.

Employee Rights – Every worker in Canada has three rights. Do you know what they are?

Job Hazards – Descriptions and hazards of jobs commonly held by young people.

NOW AVAILABLE ON THE WEB!

Notes, activities, handouts, slides, tests and links to assist educators
Learn more about or Login to Teaching Tools

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