On Day 1 of Canadian Airports Safety Week (CASW), we will discuss how to effectively identify and report hazards and highlight the resources and tools that are available for you to do your job safely.
On-site activities
Safety Summit
The Toronto Pearson Safety Summit is kicking off the 2025 Canadian Airports Safety Week. The half-day event will involve high-impact speeches, panel discussions and breakout sessions. The Summit is an invite-only event for people across the airport who are leaders and influencers in safety, but insights from the event will be shared with the community.
Online learning
On Day 1 of CASW, we will review:
- Setting yourself up for a safe shift
- Personal protective equipment
- Identifying and reporting hazards
Once you have reviewed the day’s learning material, test your knowledge of Hazard Awareness by taking today’s quiz.
Participants in today's quiz will be automatically entered into a prize draw for a chance to win one of our amazing prizes. Read the Terms and Conditions here.
Start with a Safety Stop
Take a Safety Stop before you begin your task to ensure you have the right tool, the right knowledge and the right protective equipment to complete the task safely.
Check Your PPE
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is any clothing or equipment that is used by a worker to protect them from injury or illness.
- PPE can include safety footwear, vests and ear protection.
- All airport staff are required to wear a high visibility, reflective safety vest when in certain areas of the airport such as on the apron and Baggage Road locations, among others. Speak with your supervisor if you are unsure when to wear your safety vest. Please review the PPE directive here
- Always wear the appropriate PPE for the hazards that you may encounter on the job or as required for your role. Read the shift briefing to learn more.
See it, report it, PREVENT IT!: Keeping Pearson Hazard Free!
- If you notice something or someone out of place, a suspicious person, a small spill on the floor, never assume that someone else has or will report the same issue.
See it! Hazard Awareness
A hazard is any source or situation that can potentially cause harm to employees’ health or safety.
- Chemical hazards: harmful chemicals
- Biological hazards: infectious bacteria or viruses
- Ergonomic hazards: poor workstation design or lifting techniques that can lead to musculoskeletal injuries
- Physical hazards: noise, vibration, temperature extremes and radiation
Report it! Reporting Hazards and Incidents
When a hazard is identified or an incident occurs, they must be reported in the moment. Reporting is crucial for:
- Protecting yourself and others
- Preventing future accidents
- Improving safety measures
How to report:
- Emergency situations – 416-776-3033
Do not call 911
Potential injuries, fire, fuel spills or life-threatening situations.
- Urgent non-emergencies – 416-776-3055
Non-chemical spills or leaks, icy floors, maintenance issues, aircraft cut-offs, airside equipment, airside parking concerns.
- Security concerns – 416-776-7381
Unattended items, gates or doors not closing/securing, piggybacking, vandalism, suspicious vehicles/persons, need/right violations.
You can also use our reporting form! Make your report effective! Include the who, what, when and where.
PREVENT IT!! Proactive Concerns and Near Misses
Proactive safety concerns spot and address safety risks before they lead to harm or incidents.
They anticipate problems instead of reacting to them.
Taking action in advance helps:
- Prevent accidents
- Avoid injuries
- Reduce damage
- Create a safer environment
Near misses are unplanned events that could have caused injury, illness or damage, but didn’t, thanks to chance or quick action.
Reporting near misses helps:
- Reveal hidden hazards
- Prevent serious incidents
- Identify root causes
- Improve safety systems
Near misses are warnings. Report them to stop accidents before they happen.
Eye on Safety Recognition Program
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond when it comes to Safety? Nominate a Coworker, Leader, or Organization for Eye on Safety Recognition! Learn more about the Eye on Safety Awards and how to nominate a colleague or organization today!
After you take today’s quiz be sure to join us again tomorrow for another learning opportunity and chance to win great prizes!