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We offer a variety of trainings around the state at no cost to our policyholders. Seating is limited and is first come, first served; please register early. We update classes regularly, so check back often to see what’s available in your area.
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Date Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Time 8 to 10 a.m.
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Join us for a workshop to share best practices about hiring and retaining employees. We discuss market trends and ways to motivate and engage the different generations.
Date Wednesday, August 14, 2019Time 8 to 10 a.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, 999 SW Disk Drive Suite 103, Bend, OR
Speaker(s)
Courtnay Slabaugh, Recruitment Supervisor, SAIF
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- How to write job descriptions
- When to write job descriptions
- Why write job descriptions for workers' compensation anyway? What are they used for?
Date Thursday, August 8, 2019
Time 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Learn the "how," "when," and "why" of job descriptions (regular vs. modified):
Time 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location Southwestern Oregon Community College, Curry Campus, Krieger Community Room, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings OR
Speaker(s)
Joann Thompson, Return to work consultant, SAIF
Donna Johnson, Return to work consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, October 10, 2019
Time 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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A safe and healthy workplace is part of the foundation for increased profits, reduced expenses, and operational success. Join us for an engaging session filled with strategies and resources available to you as a small business manager/owner, and learn how to integrate these elements into your business model.
Date Thursday, October 10, 2019Time 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location Southwestern Oregon Community College, Curry Campus, Krieger Community Room, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings OR
Speaker(s)
Judi Croft, Safety Services Supervisor, SAIF
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- How to write job descriptions
- When to write job descriptions
- Why write job descriptions for workers' compensation anyway? What are they used for?
Date Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
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Learn the "how," "when," and "why" of job descriptions (regular vs. modified):
Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
Location 1210 Front Street, Coos Bay OR
Speaker(s)
Joann Thompson, Return to work consultant, SAIF
Donna Johnson, Return to work consultant, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
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A panel of local law enforcement and mental health professionals discuss the community response to natural disasters, active shooters, and other scenarios.
Date Wednesday, September 4, 2019Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
Location Coos History Museum, 1210 Front Street, Coos Bay OR
Speaker(s)
Rob Kappleman, NBPD
Eric Gleason, Coos Health/Wellness
Coos County Sheriff
John Patterson, Investigations, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
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A safe and healthy workplace is part of the foundation for increased profits, reduced expenses, and operational success. Join us for an engaging session filled with strategies and resources available to you as a small business manager/owner, and learn how to integrate these elements into your business model.
Date Wednesday, October 9, 2019Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
Location Coos History Museum, 1210 Front Street, Coos Bay OR
Speaker(s)
Judi Croft, Safety Services Supervisor, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
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Learn how long periods of sitting contribute to chronic disease, and ways to combat the dangers of sitting. Our local OSU Extension Office Family and Community Health representative Stephanie Polizzi will present.
Date Wednesday, November 6, 2019Time 10:30 a.m. to noon
Location Coos History Museum, 1210 Front Street, Coos Bay OR
Speaker(s)
Stephanie Polizzi, OSU Extension Office
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Date Thursday, July 18, 2019
Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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How do we engage people in meaningful ways to create an inclusive team dynamic where participating fully and exchanging ideas and experiences are the cultural norm?
This 90-minute presentation provides an evidence-based and interactive response to supporting and sustaining an inclusive work environment. You're introduced to inclusive practices and behaviors that enhance individual, team, and workgroup interactions, collaboration, and performance. Through reflection and practice, you discover conscious actions that set the stage for effective communication, decision-making, and relationship building.
This interactive session gives you the tools to create individual and team outcomes that benefit all stakeholders and that reflect the companywide commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation.
Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, Register Guard Conference Room, 3500 Chad Drive, Eugene OR
Speaker(s)
Christina Lincicome, Diversity- Inclusion Director, SAIFJose Guardado, Diversity Coordinator, SAIF
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Date Thursday, August 15, 2019
Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Police officer Thomas Speldrich of the Springfield Police Department presents an informative session that details signs of impairment as well as illegal substance trends in our local communities.
Date Thursday, August 15, 2019Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, Register Guard Conference Room, 3500 Chad Drive, Eugene OR
Speaker(s)
Police officer Thomas Speldrich of the Springfield Police Department
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Date Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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An overview of how the community, business, and the City of Eugene can work together to be successful when faced with a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake.
Date Thursday, September 19, 2019Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, Register Guard Conference Room, 3500 Chad Drive, Eugene OR
Speaker(s)
Kevin Holman, City of Eugene Emergency Management Program Manager
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Date Thursday, October 17, 2019
Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Join SAIF's safety consultants for this interactive session that will highlight return-to-work, Employer-At-Injury Program, injury-reducing innovations, and Total Worker Health in a way never seen before.
Date Thursday, October 17, 2019Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, Register Guard Conference Room, 3500 Chad Drive, Eugene OR
Speaker(s)
Stacey Bohrer, Return to Work Consultant, SAIF
Phil Duryea, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Jennifer Johnson, Employer At Injury Specialist, SAIF
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Date Thursday, November 21, 2019
Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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According to the Harvard Business Review, "in four year, Millennials--the people born between 1977 and 1997--will account for nearly half the employees in the world." With Boomers and Traditionalists still in the workforce, we have begun preparing for the realities of an aging workforce. And, as generation 2020 joins these generations, along with generations X and Y, organizations may soon have an unprecedented five generation in the workplace at once. This creates an incredible opportunity to transcend generational differences and create safe, age-friendly workplaces.
In this course, we explore the differences and similarities between the generations with a focus on productive communication, effective training, and a safe workplace.
Date Thursday, November 21, 2019Time 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, Register Guard Conference Room, 3500 Chad Drive, Eugene OR
Speaker(s)
Adam Nelson, Training Supervisor, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Time 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
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The workforce is filled with people of all skill levels, working styles, and generational perspectives. To ensure a dynamic and safe work environment that transcends these differences, strategic knowledge-sharing becomes a top priority. In this session, we learn about the four work styles, along with generational differences and similarities. We focus on how to use this knowledge to enhance communication and provide a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and most of all fun for everyone.
Date Wednesday, October 16, 2019Time 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Location Oxford Suites, 1050 N. First Street, Hermiston OR
Speaker(s)
Luke Betts, ARM - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Scott Brown - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Time Noon to 1:30 p.m.
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This interactive session focuses on practical strategies and tactics for preventing same-level slip, trip, and fall injuries in a variety of industries. It covers topics such as general housekeeping considerations, use of cords and hoses, parking lots and grounds, footwear selection, flooring options, use of mats and runners, wet floors, and employee training. You'll leave with lots of resources, including a fall hazard assessment checklist, informational brochures, and posters.
Date Tuesday, September 10, 2019Time Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Location Klamath County School District, 2845 Greensprings, Klamath Falls, OR
Speaker(s)
Mike Hill, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Time 1 to 3 p.m.
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The workforce is filled with people of all skill levels, working styles, and generational perspectives. To ensure a dynamic and safe work environment that transcends these differences, strategic knowledge-sharing becomes a top priority. In this session, we learn about the four work styles, along with generational differences and similarities. We focus on how to use this knowledge to enhance communication and provide a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and most of all fun for everyone.
Date Tuesday, October 15, 2019Time 1 to 3 p.m.
Location Eastern Oregon University - One University Blvd (Hoke Building Rm 301) La Grande Or 97850
Speaker(s)
Luke Betts, ARM - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Scott Brown - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Time Noon to 1:30 p.m.
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This interactive session focuses on practical strategies and tactics for preventing same-level slip, trip, and fall injuries in a variety of industries. It covers topics such as general housekeeping considerations, use of cords and hoses, parking lots and grounds, footwear selection, flooring options, use of mats and runners, wet floors, and employee training. You'll leave with lots of resources, including a fall hazard assessment checklist, informational brochures, and posters.
Date Wednesday, September 11, 2019Time Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Location Smullin Center, 2825 E. Barnett Road, Medford OR
Speaker(s)
Mike Hill, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Time 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Please join us for a reforestation industry forum. Discussion topics include determining in which state to report payroll, proper classification assignment, claim reporting, return-to-work opportunities, and workers' comp injury trends and prevention. This is an open forum because we want to hear about your experience with SAIF and learn about opportunities to strengthen our partnership.
Date Wednesday, November 6, 2019Time 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location RCC Table Rock Campus, Multipurpose Room, 7800 Pacific Ave, White City OR 97503
Speaker(s)
Kelly Woodruff, Premium auditor, SAIF
Betty Paz, Claims Adjuster, SAIF
Liliana Candelario, Return to Work Consultant, SAIF
Pam Ahr, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
David Jordan, Southern Regional Operations Director, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Time 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Both sessions are presented in Spanish
Safety leadership (8:30 a.m. to noon)
You learn about: The concept of leadership, leadership styles, applying effective recognition and discipline, and developing trust and credibility. Emphasis is on applying leadership to reduce or eliminate safety hazards.
Liderazgo en la seguridad (8:30 a.m. to noon)
Aprenderá sobre: El concepto de liderazgo, estilos de liderazgo, la aplicación efectiva de reconocimiento y disciplina, el desarrollo de la confianza y credibilidad. Énfasis es la aplicación de liderazgo para reducir o eliminar peligros de seguridad. Presenter: Tomas Schwabe, Senior Safety and Health Instructor, Oregon OSHA
Accident investigation and hazard identification and control (1 to 4:30 p.m.)
You will learn about: Why accident and incident investigations are important, and how to conduct effective accident investigations. You will also learn about the types of hazards, effective ways of identifying hazards and the best methods of correcting hazardous conditions.
Investigación de accidentes y localización y control de peligros (1 to 4:30 p.m.)
Aprenderá sobre: El porqué son importantes las investigaciones de accidentes e incidentes, y como llevar a cabo investigaciones efectivas de accidentes. También aprenderá sobre los tipos de peligros, maneras efectivas para localizar peligros, y las mejores maneras de corregir condiciones peligrosas.
Time 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location Treasure Valley Community College, Weese Bldg. Rm 110, Ontario OR
Speaker(s)
Tomas Schwabe, Senior Safety and Health Instructor, Oregon OSHA
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Date Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Time 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
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The workforce is filled with people of all skill levels, working styles, and generational perspectives. To ensure a dynamic and safe work environment that transcends these differences, strategic knowledge-sharing becomes a top priority. In this session, we learn about the four work styles, along with generational differences and similarities. We focus on how to use this knowledge to enhance communication and provide a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and most of all fun for everyone.
Date Tuesday, October 15, 2019Time 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Location Ontario Library - 388 SW 2nd Ave. Ontario Or 97914
Speaker(s)
Luke Betts, ARM - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Scott Brown - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, July 18, 2019
Time 9 to 11 a.m.
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This session explores the potential impact of legalized marijuana, concerns around impairment, substance policy considerations, and the importance of safety and health practices in the workplace.
Date Thursday, July 18, 2019Time 9 to 11 a.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, 2 Centerpointe Drive, Suite 500 Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Speaker(s)
Courtney Merriott, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, August 15, 2019
Time 9 to 11 a.m.
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The workforce is filled with people of all skill levels, working styles, and generational perspectives. To ensure a dynamic and safe work environment that transcends these differences, strategic knowledge-sharing becomes a top priority. In this session, we learn about the four work styles, along with generational differences and similarities. We focus on how to use this knowledge to enhance communication and provide a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and most of all fun for everyone.
Date Thursday, August 15, 2019Time 9 to 11 a.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, 2 Centerpointe Drive, Suite 500 Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Speaker(s)
Luke Betts, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Scott Brown, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time 9 to 10:30 a.m.
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Learn some practical strategies and tactics for preventing slip, trip, and fall injuries. Examples of successful prevention initiatives are highlighted. Participants leave with resources, including a hazard assessment checklist, informational brochures, and posters.
Date Thursday, September 19, 2019Time 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Location SAIF Corporation, 2 Centerpointe Drive, Suite 500 Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Speaker(s)
Soren Bjerregaard, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Eric Connelly, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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When we get behind the wheel, we make choices. Some good and some bad. Some increase our risk of an accident, like speeding, texting, or tailgating. Some decrease our risk, like being well-rested, focusing on the road, and wearing our seat belt. Why don't we always choose behaviors that decrease our risk? Maybe it's because we don't really think that a vehicle crash will happen to us. In this course, we spend some time considering what you can do to make good choices when you're driving, not just for yourself, but for the people around you and the people who matter to you most.
Date Thursday, October 10, 2019Time 9 a.m. to noon
Location SAIF Corporation, 2 Centerpointe Drive, Suite 500, Lake Oswego OR 97035
Speaker(s)
Siobhan Murphy, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Meelisa Arenas, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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This is your opportunity to learn everything you need to know about filing a workers' compensation claim. More than just the "when" and "how," this class covers injured worker benefits, claim costs and how they can be influenced, reserving claims, and much more.
Date Thursday, November 21, 2019Time 9 a.m. to noon
Location SAIF Corporation, 2 Centerpointe Drive, Suite 500, Lake Oswego OR 97035
Speaker(s)
Tiegen Shaffer, Return To Work Consultant, SAIF
Vanessa Guerrero, Return To Work Consultant, SAIF
Gina Frank, Claims Adjuster, SAIF
Julie Shockley, Investigator, SAIF
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Date Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Time 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Join us for a workshop to share best practices about hiring and retaining employees. We discuss market trends and ways to motivate and engage the different generations.
Date Wednesday, August 14, 2019Time 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location COCC – Redmond Campus, Building 3, 2248 SE College Loop, Redmond OR
Speaker(s)
Courtnay Slabaugh - Recruitment Supervisor, SAIF
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Date Thursday, September 12, 2019
Time 9 to 10:30 a.m.
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This interactive session focuses on practical strategies and tactics for preventing same-level slip, trip, and fall injuries in a variety of industries. It covers topics such as general housekeeping considerations, use of cords and hoses, parking lots and grounds, footwear selection, flooring options, use of mats and runners, wet floors, and employee training. You'll leave with lots of resources, including a fall hazard assessment checklist, informational brochures, and posters.
Date Thursday, September 12, 2019Time 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Location Public Safety Center, 700 SE Douglas, Roseburg OR
Speaker(s)
Mike Hill, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, July 18, 2019
Time 9 to 11:30 a.m.
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We review a broad spectrum of safety topics, accident prevention/response, and returning injured employees to work in this class. If you're in a safety, human resources, management, or safety committee position, we review the requirements of the position while also looking at best practices, preparation, and proactive approaches in your role. Bring your experience (and questions) to this inclusive session, which helps lay the foundation of an effective worker safety program.
Date Thursday, July 18, 2019Time 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Location West Salem Roths – Event Center, 1130 Wallace Rd NW, Salem, OR
Speaker(s)
Tim McDonald, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Olivia Ojeda-Hayes, Return to Work Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m.
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Morning: Claims and return-to-work basics: My employee is injured--what do I do now? [9 to 11:30 a.m.]
Are you new to managing worker's compensation for your company, or do you just need a refresher on what to do when someone reports an injury? Then this training is perfect for you! We discuss the initial claim process, forms, and return-to-work steps. We cover the basics of time-loss payments and what to expect from SAIF as we decide compensability of the claim. Come prepared to also navigate through submitting an 801 form online and uploading documents.
Afternoon: Claims and return-to-work: When a claim is not so basic [1 to 3:30 p.m.]
The majority of claims are straightforward, but the ones we remember are those that are not. Join us for this claim/return-to-work/EAIP training that discusses occupational disease vs. injury, pre-existing conditions, combined conditions, and the process we use to make a decision and manage those types of claim issues. We also discuss the importance of regular job descriptions, a formal return-to-work program, and review how employment issues/changes (termination/quit/seasonal work) can affect a claim. And we provide you with proactive steps to help minimize cost exposure and maximize your return-to-work and EAIP benefits.
Date Thursday, September 19, 2019Time 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Location SAIF Conference Center, 440 Church St., SE Salem OR
Speaker(s)
Olivia Ojeda-Hayes, Return to Work Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, October 17, 2019
Time 9 to 11:30 a.m.
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Back by popular demand! Long gone are the days of Miss Manners and etiquette classes that provided a common means for respectful interaction within society. Inaccurate beliefs abound among employees, who sometimes come to work with attitudes about personal freedom that frequently are at odds with employment policies and the definition of "right" (such as provocative speech and texting, piercings, and medical marijuana). This presentation addresses an employer's right to prohibit inappropriate conduct and maintain a work environment best suited to the company's needs.
Date Thursday, October 17, 2019Time 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Location SAIF Conference Center, 440 Church Street SE, Salem OR
Speaker(s)
Clarence Belnavis, Fisher & Phillips LLP
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Date Thursday, November 21, 2019
Time 9 to 11:30 a.m.
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Safety professionals have access to vast amounts of information. Unfortunately, the volume of information can be overwhelming. What are the best online resources and how do you find them? This training helps uncover the hidden safety resource gems and provides a way to conveniently access them when needed. Don't reinvent the wheel: The work has already been done.
We also share how you can use SAIF's new Learning Management System, which has a large library of quick access online trainings for your company use. The system allows you to assign, track, and document completed trainings all in one place--helping to reduce time spent keeping up with training requirements.
Topics include: workplace safety topics and tips; safety committee; common hazards in the workplace; accident and incident analysis; supervisors guide; safety toolbox topics; integrating health and safety; safety training videos; and the workers' comp training calendar
Time 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Location SAIF Conference Center, 440 Church St. SE, Salem OR
Speaker(s)
Becky Griswold, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Christina Dykes, Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, October 17, 2019
Time 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
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The workforce is filled with people of all skill levels, working styles, and generational perspectives. To ensure a dynamic and safe work environment that transcends these differences, strategic knowledge-sharing becomes a top priority. In this session, we learn about the four work styles, along with generational differences and similarities. We focus on how to use this knowledge to enhance communication and provide a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and most of all fun for everyone.
Date Thursday, October 17, 2019Time 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Location Columbia Gorge Community College, 400 East Scenic Drive, Lecture Hall, The Dalles OR
Speaker(s)
Luke Betts, ARM - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
Scott Brown - Senior Safety Management Consultant, SAIF
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Date Thursday, November 7, 2019
Time 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
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Safety leadership (1 to 4 p.m.)
You learn about: The concept of leadership, leadership styles, applying effective recognition and discipline, and developing trust and credibility. Emphasis is on applying leadership to reduce or eliminate safety hazards. This training is especially useful for supervisors, leaders, and safety committee members.
Liderazgo en la seguridad (9 a.m. to noon)
Aprenderá sobre: El concepto de liderazgo, estilos de liderazgo, la aplicación efectiva de reconocimiento y disciplina, el desarrollo de la confianza y credibilidad. Énfasis es la aplicación de liderazgo para reducir o eliminar peligros de seguridad. Estas enseñanzas son especialmente provechosas para supervisores, líderes y miembros del comité de seguridad.
Time 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Location Columbia Gorge Community College, Lecture Hall, Building 2, Floor 3, The Dalles, OR
Speaker(s)
Tomas Schwabe, Senior Safety and Health Instructor, Oregon OSHA
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