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This year's North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) week events at 91̽»¨ will take place on Monday, May 5 in AVC 287 North. The following events will take place: ​​ "Speak Up for Workplace Safety!" 1-2:30 pm- Are you looking to challenge the silence that can lead to unsafe practices and conditions? Talking to the boss or a co-worker about safety can be difficult for many workers. This session can help everyone understand why there is often a culture of silence in our workplace and learn ways to overcome it, and will demonstrate a communication technique to bring safety issues to the forefront. Facilitated by Lori Wakelin, Education Consultant. 5th annual 91̽»¨ Safety Champion Award presentation/reception 2:30-2:45 pm ​​ "Employer Strategies for Keeping Young Workers Safe" 2:45-4:00 pm - Do you have young workers on staff, or do you plan to when PEI's finer weather arrives? This session offers helpful direction to employers and supervisors with youth in their midst, and includes ideas for training and supervision, successful strategies for communicating with youth, and youth resources available to PEI employers. Facilitated by Clare Waddell, Youth Education Consultant. If you would like to attend a session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie McKie at dmckie@upei.ca. ​​Everyone is welcome to attend these NAOSH week events.