Occupational and Environmental Safety & Health (OESH)
The Provincial Healthcare Violence Prevention Program for Health Care Workers in Manitoba has been developed to ensure that every reasonable effort will be made to mitigate, eliminate or reduce all forms of violence in workplaces where healthcare services are provided.
Workers with medical conditions or restrictions may need assistance in the event of an emergency, such as needing to evacuate a building in the event of a fire drill.
If you require additional assistance in the event of an emergency, you can request an emergency response plan. For more information, please see the attached link.
When injury or illness affects your ability to work
- Work Related Injury/Near Miss (INM) Reporting
- Disability Case Management
- Return to Work / Accommodation
- Community Health Services and WIS specific safety and health information
About Occupational and Environmental Safety & Health (OESH)
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and to ensure compliance with the requirements of Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health legislation is maintained and where possible exceeded.
Occupational and Environmental Safety & Health (OESH) is a multi-disciplinary organization with staff members having skills and experience in different areas of occupational safety. This allows the office to have a coordinated and multi-faceted approach and response to the many health and safety issues that arise at the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority.
Each OESH staff member is responsible for and has specific expertise in one or more of the key program areas. Some programs require a joint or team approach and OESH manages their activities accordingly. OESH will act as a resource and provide service and consultation to all WRHA staff.
The program is broken down into four sections:
- Occupational Health
- Environmental Safety
- Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention
- Disability Case Management
Occupational Health Nurse (OHN)
OHNs are specially trained to provide for and deliver occupational health care services to employees. This includes the promotion, protection and restoration of employee health within the context of a safe and healthy work environment. OHNs function in the roles of educator, consultant, nurse practitioner, information provider and counselor. The OHNs should be called when there are concerns of exposures to infectious agents, communicable diseases, blood & body fluids, chemical agents, and/or workplace violence or injuries. Also, call if information is required on protective devices, immunizations or tests, or requirements for a safe work environment.
Disability Case Management Coordinator (DCM)
The primary focus of the DCM is to support injured or ill employees in safely and successfully returning to meaningful, productive work. Working collaboratively with supervisors, union and human‑resources representatives, medical professionals, and the employee, the DCM coordinates return‑to‑work plans and facilitates appropriate workplace accommodations.
Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention Specialist (MSIP)
The MSIP supports the development of policies, injury‑prevention standards, and initiatives that address employee needs. The MSIP conducts ergonomic assessments related to workstations, patient handling, and materials handling. In addition, the MSIP collaborates and consults with various groups on issues involving musculoskeletal injuries and injury prevention.
Safety Coordinator (SC)
A Safety Coordinator serves as a key resource for both management and non‑management personnel, providing accurate guidance in the development of safety policies and procedures. Safety Coordinators deliver training and create training programs, offer expertise during accident and injury investigations, and recommend preventive measures.