Workplace Safety and Health Training with Jack Slessor
An industry-recognized training presented by On Screen Manitoba in partnership with IATSE Local 856 and ICG Local 669
On set, safety is everyone’s job. Whether you’re behind the camera or leading a crew, knowing your rights and responsibilities can prevent accidents, protect your team and keep your production on track.
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Creative Manitoba Classroom – 4th floor, 245 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg
Cost:
$20 for OSM members
$25 for non-members
$0 for ICG Local 669* (Note: This course will fulfill the Safety Awareness requirement of ICG Local 669)
*IATSE Local 856 registrants, please contact Peter Nielsen, peter@onscreenmanitoba.com.
*We will be confirming active memberships with IATSE Local 856 and ICG Local 669.
Led by Jack Slessor, Certified Safety and Health Consultant (CHSC), this session equips producers, directors, writers, department leads and crew with practical tools to improve on-set safety and ensure compliance with Manitoba’s workplace regulations.
Note: This training was previously offered last December 2023.
Program Description
Workplace Safety and Health in the Manitoba Media Production Industry with Jack Slessor is an industry-recognized training session that outlines the responsibilities of media production professionals under Manitoba’s Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulation. Developed specifically for the sector, the session features production-relevant examples, visuals and interactive activities to help participants understand how safety rules apply on set. The training offers practical guidance to improve compliance, strengthen on-set safety practices and build a culture of accountability across productions.
Who should attend:
Crew members, department leads, producers, writers and directors working in media production
What the training covers:
Roles and responsibilities under Manitoba’s Workplace Safety and Health Act
Common safety risks in media production
How to apply safety protocols on set using real-world examples
Interactive exercises to support learning
Why it’s useful:
Builds confidence in your legal responsibilities
Makes safety procedures easier to apply on the job
Strengthens team communication and accountability
What you’ll leave with:
Clear understanding of your responsibilities
Practical tools to help reduce on-set risks
Knowledge to support a safer, more compliant production environment
About the Instructor
Jack Slessor
Jack Slessor is a Certified Safety and Health Consultant (CHSC) with over 17 years of experience as a workplace safety and health professional.
Jack began his career in 2007 as a Workplace Safety and Health Officer with the Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Branch (WSH). As the "committee specialist" he provided training and guidance to workplace safety and health committees in all industries in Manitoba, shared best practices and provided on-site support to them in their efforts to make their workplace a safer place for everyone.
In 2014, he joined several of his WSH colleagues who were asked to move over and partner with the WCB - SAFE Work Services staff to create the new prevention focused "SAFE Work Manitoba".
Jack continued to provide wide ranging training and consultation support, such as guidance to workplace committees about their roles and responsibilities as outlined in the Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulation. His presentations include SAFE Committee Basics, Hazard Identification & Risk Control, Supervisors & SAFE Work, Harassment & Violence Prevention and Investigating Workplace Incidents workshops as well as special presentations customized for the needs of conferences, organizations and workplaces.
Jack retired from SAFE Work Manitoba in September 2022, but continues to bring his passion for people and their safety to every presentation he provides as an independent trainer and consultant.
If you have questions about the program, contact: Peter Nielsen, Programs Coordinator at peter@onscreenmanitoba.com.
This training is in partnership with:
