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The Law & Your Protection
The Law & Your Protection
Understanding the legal framework that keeps Ontario workers safe.
Who is More Likely to be Injured?
Who is More Likely to be Injured?
A young, new worker with quick reflexes? Or a seasoned pro that has done something hundreds of times already?
It may surprise you to learn (or maybe not!) that a young worker, or someone that is new to a job, is more likely to be injured at work than someone who has been doing the job for a long period of time.
Why? It’s not because you’re clumsy. Usually, it’s a mix of not getting enough training, feeling too shy to ask questions, or just being the new kid who wants to please the new boss.
Video from Workplace Safety & Prevention Services explaining who is considered to be new and young workers.
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💡 Reflection
💡 Reflection
Who is considered to be a new worker?
How much more likely is a new/young worker to be injured in the workplace?
Record your answer in your Student Workbook.
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