#705 – 18 - Safety Corner: Safety or Strategy? Unpacking Accreditation in Construction

The Construction Life by Manny Neves

Episode notes

In this compelling episode of Safety Corner, we welcome special guest Carlo Colozza, the Director of Health and Safety at Bothwell Accurate, into the studio. Together, we tackle a thought-provoking question: are industry accreditations truly making job sites safer, or are they simply a ticket for companies to bid on larger projects?

From SOSE (Supporting Ontario Safe Employer Program) to COR, ISO, and CSA certifications, we dive into what these programs mean for tradespeople, site supervisors, and construction companies of all sizes. Are these systems creating a safer workplace, or are they just another checkbox in a competitive industry?

Join us for an open and honest conversation that explores the balance between compliance and real-world safety, and the impact of these programs on workers and companies alike. Whether you'r ... 

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