If you are interested in becoming a worker representative on a JOHS Committee, or a worker health and safety representative in your workplace, talk to your local executive.
As a JOHS Committee member you can:
- Make a positive difference at your workplace
- Advocate for your co-workers
- Access OHS education
A worker representative ensures that workers’ voices are represented and that health and safety improvements are based on real life work experiences.
Worker representatives:
- Listen to co-workers: Actively gather concerns, ideas for solutions, and feedback from co-workers at all stages of the resolution process.
- Research hazards: Learn about the work of HEU members and the hazards they report. Investigate the science and legal requirements behind them to build a strong case for change.
- Advocate for HEU members: Are assertive and proactive in ensuring co-worker concerns are clearly communicated to the employer. Focus on solutions rather than finding blame.
- Build relationships: Form connections based on trust and mutual respect with workers throughout the workplace and with other representatives on the JOHSC.
Download these fact sheets to learn more about JOHS committees and the role of worker reps.