Workplace Safety Support for Producers with Shawn Chadwick

Workplace Safety Support for Producers with Shawn Chadwick

From Flock Talk by Ontario Sheep Farmers

November 5, 2025 · 21 min

About this episode

Shawn Chadwick discusses workplace safety and prevention services for agricultural producers.

Shawn Chadwick gives an overview of Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) and its operations, explaining that it is a not-for-profit organization focused on helping businesses create safer and healthier workplaces, with a strong presence in agriculture by offering tools, training, and expert advice to prevent injuries and meet compliance without stress. Shawn addresses common risks and safety issues in livestock and small flock operations and emphasizes the importance of proactive safety measures, especially for new and young workers. Shawn breaks down the various recourses and services offered and highlights the benefits of the WSIB Excellence Program, which helps farmers earn recognition and rebates for meeting safety standards. There’s tons of valueable information in this conversation you won’t want to miss! For more information on Workplace Safety & Prevention Services, visit https://www.wsps.ca/ For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

People in this episode

Host: Ontario Sheep Farmers

Guest: Shawn Chadwick

Topics covered

  • workplace safety
  • agriculture
  • injury prevention
  • safety training
  • compliance
  • livestock operations

Keywords

  • workplace safety
  • agriculture
  • injury prevention
  • safety training
  • WSPS
  • WSIB Excellence Program
  • livestock safety

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Workplace Safety & Prevention Services, WSIB Excellence Program

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