Certificate of Recognition (Partnership in Health and Safety)

Q: What is a Certificate of Recognition and what are the benefits of obtaining one?

A Certificate of Recognition (COR) is a document issued jointly by a Certifying Partner (e.g., ENFORM, Construction Safety Association, Manufacturers’ Health and Safety Association, and Human Resources and Employment, Workplace Partnerships.) The COR recognizes that an employer’s health and safety management system has been evaluated by a certified auditor and has been found to meet the Partnerships' standard.

The benefits of achieving and maintaining a COR, in addition to the health and safety workplace benefits, include the potential to earn financial rebates through the Partners in Injury Reduction (PIR) program offered by the Workers' Compensation Board (WCB). It is also not unusual for corporations to expect bidding contractors to hold a valid COR.