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Appeals & Dispute Resolution Workshop, BayView Wildwood, Port Stanton
2013-04-13 - 2013-04-19 | Bayview Wildwood Conference Centre, Port Stanton, ON, Canada
In this hands-on course, participants will learn the structure of the appeals branch of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), how to begin the appeals process and the legal principles involved. Preparation for a hearing will be examined including: review of the file, gathering additional evidence, researching law, policy and precedent and preparation of witnesses. Further information on questioning, cross questioning and re-direct at a hearing are discussed. Hearing presentations are discussed with respect to oral advocacy, code of conduct, opening and closing statements, objections and use of legal precedents. Further to the WSIB appeal process, the Workplace Safety and Appeals Tribunal WSIAT) process is also discussed. In addition to the information presented, participants will work with a claim file and, in groups, represent both worker and employer interests at the WSIB appeal
level and at a WSIAT by presenting in front of an Appeals Resolution officer and a Vice Chair respectively.Level 3 – Appeals and Dispute Resolution – 36 hours (44 non-residential), Levels 1 and 2 prerequisites In this hands-on course, participants will learn the structure of the appeals branch of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), how to begin the appeals process and the legal principles involved.
Preparation for a hearing will be examined including: review of the file, gathering additional evidence, researching law, policy and precedent and preparation of witnesses. Further information on questioning, cross questioning and re-direct at a hearing are discussed. Hearing presentations are discussed with respect to oral advocacy, code of conduct, opening and closing statements, objections and use of legal precedents. Further to the WSIB appeal process, the Workplace Safety and Appeals Tribunal WSIAT) process is also discussed. In addition to the information presented, participants will work with a claim file and, in groups, represent both worker and employer interests at the WSIB appeal level and at a WSIAT by presenting in front of an Appeals Resolution officer and a Vice Chair respectively.
Note: Level I and II are prerequisites for attending this course.

Paving The Way 2 Oshawa
2012-11-29 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Canada
This 1 day community awareness event will review elements of the WSIB’s new work re-integration program and the principles and best practices for safe and sustainable return-to-work. Participants will review the latest research and applicable laws and case law. They will also examine workplace-based training and facilitation services provided by ODRT and other resources to help workplaces improve their return-to-work outcomes.
The cost is $129/participant and includes guided instruction, all course material, refreshments and certificate of completion. Spaces are limited so book early to secure a seat.
Contact: www.odrt.ca or call: 1.800.668.9138

Paving the Way 2 Hamilton
2012-11-21 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 Timmins
2012-11-16 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 Oakville
2012-11-12 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Peterborough
2012-11-09 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 Barrie
2012-11-09 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Guelph
2012-11-07 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 Kitchener
2012-11-06 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Mega Comp Course filling up fast
2012-10-21 08:00 - 2012-10-26 17:00 | CAW Family Education Centre, Port Elgin, Ontario, Ontario, Canada
The OFL-ODRT week-long fall training event is filling up fast. Some sessions have limited seating and are available on a first come basis. This mega event includes courses on the following topics:

Workers Compensation Essentials, October 21-26 (fully registered)
Appeals & Dispute Resolution, October 20-26 ( fully registered)
Return to Work, October 20-26 ( limited seats available) $1495
Medical Orientation, October 21-26 ( limited seats available) $1245
Advanced Claim Strategies, October 21-26 (limited seats available) $1245
Occupational Disease, October 20-26 (limited seats available) $1495

Register Today to secure your seat.

Workplace Insurance - Benefits & Services
2012-10-20 - 2012-10-21 | Fanshawe College, 1001 Fanshawe College Boulevard, London, Ontario, Canada
The ODRT’s Workplace Insurance – Benefits and Services course is 12 hours in duration and provides comprehensive information on key provisions of Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. It is directed at workplace benefit reps, return to work specialists, health and safety, human resources, workplace leadership and shop stewards. To register contact Fanshawe College or call 519-452-4444. Course Fees are paid directly to Fanshawe College and the course code is Level II: MGMT-9121-60LC
Classes begin the weekend of October 20 & 21 in room A2012

Paving the Way 2 Thunder Bay
2012-10-18 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Windsor
2012-10-16 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada
This 1 day community awareness event will review elements of the WSIB’s new work re-integration program and the principles and best practices for safe and sustainable return-to-work. Participants will review the latest research and applicable laws and case law. They will also examine workplace-based training and facilitation services provided by ODRT and other resources to help workplaces improve their return-to-work outcomes.
The cost is $129/participant and includes guided instruction, all course material, refreshments and certificate of completion. Spaces are limited so book early to secure a seat.
www.odrt.ca or call: 1.800.668.9138

Workplace Insurance - Rights and Obligations
2012-10-13 - 2012-10-14 | Fanshawe College, 1001 Fanshawe College Boulevard, London, Ontario, Canada
The ODRT’s Workplace Insurance – Rights & Obligations course is 12 hours in duration and provides key information for anyone wanting to know about Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. It is directed at workplace benefit reps, return to work specialists, health and safety, human resources, workplace leadership and shop stewards. To register contact Fanshawe College or call 519-452-4444. Course Fees are paid directly to Fanshawe College and the course code is Level I: MGMT-9093-60LC.
Classes begin the weekend of October 13 & 14 in room A2012

Paving the Way 2 Sudbury
2012-10-10 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 Kingston
2012-09-12 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Toronto
2012-06-28 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Niagara Falls
2012-06-22 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Hamilton
2012-06-14 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Sault Ste Marie
2012-06-11 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Mississauga
2012-06-08 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - London
2012-06-04 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada

Paving the Way 2 - Ottawa
2012-05-17 08:30 - 16:30 | Canada
