Young Workers

Surviving summer – the tragic story of an injured young worker
He wanted to earn some extra spending money. Instead, he earned himself a trip to the hospital, a body full of scars, and a story that no one should have to tell. Eric Olivieri was 16 when he suffered a serious workplace injury. Hear him recall what happened, the extent of his injuries, his recovery, and the lessons that he learned along the way.
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Protecting Yourself - Tips for Young Workers (76 KB)
Don't Say it'll never happen - An average of 105 young workers are injured or killed on the job every day in Ontario.* Workplace accidents can happen at any job and can cause serious injuries. Just read Candace’s story.

*Source: WSIB Young Worker Statistics 2008 (statistics for the year 2008)

Candace's Story

 


Our programs use an interactive approach designed to raise awareness, deliver knowledge, and inform young workers of their rights, all in formats tailored specifically to them by our health and safety experts.