10 years later - where are we on the journey to psychologically healthy and safe workplaces? — ASN Events

10 years later - where are we on the journey to psychologically healthy and safe workplaces? — ASN Events

10 years later - where are we on the journey to psychologically healthy and safe workplaces?

10 years later - where are we on the journey to psychologically healthy and safe workplaces? (#205)

Mary Ann Baynton ¹ , Liz Horvath ² , Sari Sairanen ³ , Sapna Mahajan ⁴

Mary Ann Baynton & Associates, Waterdown, Canada
Mental Health Commission of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Unifor, Toronto, Canada
Genome Canada, Quebec, Canada

Background

In 2013, the National Standard of Canada on Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace was released. It was the first of it’s kind in the world and it influenced changes around the globe. This ground breaking work has inspired advances in policy, research, regulations and practice in many countries during the last decade and accelerated Canadians workplaces to prioritize and create psychologically healthy and safe workplaces.

Aims

This panel will explore what’s happening now, emerging trends in workplaces, key risks and challenges and where the future of work may be headed.

Method

The personal experiences of the panel include the manager of the Technical Committee which developed the standard, the co-chair of the technical committee and a practictioner of psychological health and safety initiatives, a committee member who helped represent the interests of unions and the person at the Mental Health Commission of Canada responsible for oversight of the case study for implementation of the standard and part of the development of international standards for psychological health and safety at work.

Results

International perspectives on the impact of psychological health and safety in workplaces around the world.

Conclusion

The introduction of psychological health and safety as responsibility of employers has shaped changes to policy, processes and practices around the world. 10 years ago, each of the panelists was invovled in the development of the national standard in Canada and each has spent a decade involved in the impact. This session will help explore where we are headed.

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Authors contributing to this presentation.

Baynton, M

Mary Ann Baynton is the CEO of Mary Ann Baynton & Associates Corp. where she consults with all levels of government and a diverse range of organizations that include unions, associations, and institutions across the country. Her areas of expertise include workplace mental health, psychological safety, resolving conflict, and addressing performance concerns. She strives to help people get unstuck, move beyond problems, restore productivity and improve working lives. Mary Ann is an advisor to both Mindful Employer Canada and My Workplace Health and serves as the Director of Strategy and Collaboration for Workplace Strategies for Mental Health which produces free resources for all Canadians compliments of Canada Life. She has contributed to many committees including the Workforce Advisory Committee for the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and was co-chair of the technical committee for the development of the National Standard of Canada on Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace. Mary Ann is the author of several books including The Evolution of Workplace Mental Health in Canada: Towards a Standard, Building Stronger Teams, Mindful Manager, and Preventing Workplace Meltdown: An Employer’s Guide to Maintaining a Psychologically Safe Workplace. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryannbaynton/ Workplace Strategies www.workplacestrategiesformentalhealth.com www.maryannbaynton.com

Horvath, L

Liz has been helping organizations achieve better results by keeping workers healthy, safe, and productive for over 25 years. Through her previous work, she has a deep understanding of workplace health and safety and human rights legislation and standards and experience with the legal system. Liz managed the development of the National Standard of Canada on Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace, and currently leads the Workplace Mental Health program at the Mental Health Commission of Canada, where she helps organizations implement workplace mental health strategies that align with the Standard. Throughout her career, Liz has trained and coached people at all levels of organizations and has led numerous committees to achieve their mandates. She has dealt successfully with workplace accommodations, and situations and claims involving physical health and safety hazards, psychological stressors, and workplace conflict. An accomplished consultant and international speaker known for her empathy, interpersonal skills, and expertise in physical and psychological health and safety, she is sought after for her expertise and advice. Liz is a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and a member of Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), the International Association on Workplace Bullying and Harassment (IAWBH), the Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI), and the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). She is a dedicated wife and grandmother, and actively supports charitable organizations that work to improve the lives of people in desperate need. Liz (Rankin) Horvath (she/her/hers) | LinkedIn

Sairanen, S

Sari Sairanen is the Executive Assistant to the Secretary Treasurer of Unifor, Canada’s largest private sector union representing workers in all economic sectors, including transportation, manufacturing, and natural resources. Sari worked as the National Health, Safety and Environment Director for many years and continues to be responsible for protecting worker rights, promoting safe and sustainable work transformations while ensuring the health and safety of workers. She has a passion for meeting people, learning their stories and building relationships in support of lasting, meaningful work adaptations for workers today and tomorrow. Sari comes to the National union from the Airline division, which represents members from coast to coast to coast in Canada.

Mahajan, S