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26 Canadian Occupational Safety www.cos-mag.com R eality check: The health and safety community is being challenged to fi nd solutions to issues that didn't exist fi ve years ago. Technology is having a massive impact on the world of work and it's growing at a rapid pace. Organizations are working hard to keep up, stay compe titive and be safe. Workplace Safety and Prevention Services will place a spotlight on this hot topic at its 2016 Partners in Prevention Health and Safety Conference and Trade Show, with a theme of "New Frontiers in Health and Safety." Taking place April 26-27 at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ont., Canada's largest health and safety conference will shed light on the infl uence technology and robotics is having on workplaces and the world of health and safety. More than 100 expert speakers will gather from across North America to explore these new frontiers, as well as discuss other important health and safety topics, such as musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomics, health and safety best practices, and much more. A fantastic lineup of keynote speakers help round out the conference: • Conference opening, April 26: Martin Ford, author of Rise of the Robots, presents "Technology and the threat of a jobless future." • Breakfast keynote, April 27: James McLurkin, award-winning inventor, robotics expert and hardware engineer at Google, presents "Dances with robots: the story of one engineer, 112 little robots and the toys, insects and Star Wars movies that made it all possible." • Luncheon keynote, April 27: Ziya Tong, Daily Planet co-host on the Discovery Channel, presents "Leadership lessons learned from the animal kingdom." Partners in Prevention 2016 (PIP) also features a world-class trade show with more than 400 exhibitors. Partnering with the Canadian Environmental Conference and Tradeshow (CANECT), PIP offers two trade shows under one roof. Delegates visiting the trade show will see the latest health and safety market trends, products and services, as well as visit experts, build valuable relationships and discover new sales opportunities. All attendees will want to visit the distracted driving pavilion to test their skills behind the wheel of a golf cart when presented with audio and visual distractions. They'll also want to challenge a robot to a game of air hockey or chat with one as it strolls the trade show fl oor. Partners in Prevention 2016 is an excellent opportunity for training and networking with health and safety experts, human resources professionals, technical specialists, risk managers and emergency response personnel. Visit www.PartnersinPreventionConference.com to preview session offerings, trade show highlights or register for the event. 3M 3M provides safety solutions that improve comfort while helping employers increase compliance. Across diverse industries and applications, 3M's technology, expertise and energy drive innovative solutions so you can focus on the job at hand. 3M Science helps you get smarter about safety. www.3M.ca/Safety Booth #743 Ansell Ansell, a global leader in protection solutions, manufactures innovative products that provide unmatched quality, comfort and technology to millions of consumers, workers and first responders www.ansell.com Booth 652 Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals certifi cation is administered by the BCRSP through an independent, accredited process which verifi es competency in professional safety practice. CRSPs exemplify professionalism, a commitment to high standards, continuous learning, and follow an established Code of Ethics set forth by the governing board. Website: www.bcrsp.ca Booth # 537 500 501 205 600 702 801 700 307 406 305 404 504 506 505 604 706 704 605 705 804 405 805 906 904 901 701 905 CANADIAN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY INVITES YOU TO A SPECIAL PANEL FEATURING LEADING OHS PRACTICES AND INITIATIVES FROM RECIPIENTS OF CANADA'S SAFEST EMPLOYERS AWARD: • Justin Chubaty, National Health and Safety Coordinator, Defence Construction Canada • Mike Pincoe, EHS Coordinator, Siemens Canada Limited, Burlington Manufacturing Moderator: Amanda Silliker, Editor, Canadian Occupational Safety DATE: Tuesday, April 26 TIME: 2:00 – 3:00pm PLACE: International Centre, Mississauga ON 2016 PLATINUM SPONSOR EVENT SPONSOR RECEPTION SPONSOR BRONZE SPONSOR STRATEGIC PARTNER DIAMOND SPONSOR PRESENTED BY New frontiers PARTNERS IN PREVENTION 2016 HEALTH & SAFETY CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW