From Compliance to Culture: How WSIB’s HSEp Builds Stronger Safety Systems in Ontario

This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses how Ontario employers—especially small and growing businesses—can build effective occupational health and safety systems using WSIB's Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEp). The episode features experts Maren Gamble and Chris McKean.

HSEp is a flexible program developed by WSIB that helps employers build and improve their occupational health and safety systems in an intentional and structured way over time. It offers a step-by-step framework that allows businesses to formalize what they’re already doing and build a stronger, more consistent safety culture as they grow. Key highlights of HSEp include:

• Breaking safety improvements into over 40 easy-to-choose topics with clear requirements, so employers can choose what’s most relevant to their needs
• Providing structure through timelines, milestones, and quarterly rebates to keep progress on track
• Strong financial incentives and rebates—participating employers can receive up to 200% of their WSIB premiums back
• Improved efficiency, better communication, stronger employee attraction and retention, and preparation for certifications like COR ® or ISO 45001

Providers like IHSA play a key role by supporting employers throughout the process—helping them understand requirements and make the right decisions. Employers interested in building a more consistent safety culture are encouraged to explore WSIB’s HSEp and learn how they can access available rebates. Connect with IHSA to get started.

Free resources

WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program

Small business

Occupational Health and Safety: The Physical Work Environment

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