Course Overview
This course provides an overview of requirements highlighted in CSA Z1008:21, Management of impairment in the workplace. Following occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS) principles, CSA Z1008:21 provides a framework for the management of impairment in the workplace and specific guidance for impairment due to substance use.
The course also explores the supporting implementation guideline CSA Z1008.1:21. This guideline provides small, medium, and large Canadian organizations with guidance on how to best apply CSA Z1008:21, with a focus on impairment due to substance use.
Learning Objectives
After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Detail the requirements on impairment management
- Identify CSA Z1008:21 requirements for leadership, management of impairment and specific programs
- Identify the hazards of workplace impairment and associated impact on the organization
- Identify challenges and opportunities for communications and education about working while impaired
- Describe additional requirements for impairment management programs related to substance use
- Locate guidance for CSA Z1008:21 clauses in the CSA Z1008.1:21 implementation guideline
Target Audience
This course is ideal for the following roles or similar:
- Senior management
- Health and safety managers
- Health and safety committee members
- Small and medium business owners
- HR Managers and staff
- Worker representatives
Estimated Completion Time
1 Hour (90 day course access)
This event contains 1 technical hour and may be eligible for Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professional (BCRSP) Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points. See the BCRSP website for CPD point criteria.
