***Version française au bas de la page*** If you know only one thing about OSBIE, it’s likely the incident reporting process. This blog is dedicated to address 5 common questions about the process. WHY DO I NEED TO SUBMIT OSBIE INCIDENT REPORTS? The information in incident reports is used by OSBIE to assist in the investigation of a claim on…
Students love to help. It gives them a sense of responsibility and the feeling of being a valued member of the school community. Common types of student helper tasks include stacking chairs, moving desks, AV carts, and emptying recycling bins. While well-intentioned, the risk management concerns related to having student “helpers” assist with moving furniture and equipment or performing maintenance…
Webinar: Navigating the Legal Challenges of COVID-19 Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021 Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am EST As school boards across the province take steps to return to “normal”, the continued efforts to maintain a safe and healthy environment remains a top priority. The COVID-19 pandemic has provided little certainty or stability over the last year, and new…
***Version française au bas de la page*** It seemed challenging to craft one blog posting that would be relevant for everyone given our current diverse learning environment. So, we decided to post 2 quick blogs in 1! If you’re back to a brick-and-mortar school this week, here are OSBIE’s Risk Management recommendations for one of Ontario’s favourite winter pastimes: Snow…
***Version française au bas de la page*** Since the beginning of 2020, one source has reported that there have been more than 445 million cyberattacks, which is double the reported attacks in 2019. As we have come to understand, cyber criminals are always lurking around the corner to take advantage of others for their own personal gain. So, it should not…
***Version française au bas de la page*** Whatever is beautiful. Whatever is meaningful. Whatever brings you happiness. May it be yours this holiday season and throughout the coming year. Wishing you and yours a happy holiday season and health and happiness in the new year! Thank you for your commitment to Risk Management and for your loyalty and friendship. Our…
***Version française au bas de la page*** The countdown to the winter break is on! It’s hard to say what the weather forecast has in store for us over the next month. Normally, we do see an increase in property claims over the winter break due to unexpected and extreme cold snaps. We also see claims as a result of…
Last week OSBIE hosted our first Virtual Risk Management Seminar which attracted representation from 87% of the membership with 1,146 session registrations. We’re thrilled with this result and want to thank everyone who attended and participated. We’re pleased to announce the winners of the Session Participation Draws: Amanda S. – Thames Valley DSB Sandra L. – Ottawa-Carleton DSB Connie O….
***Version française au bas de la page*** With online learning becoming more common, as well as the move to online platforms to exchange information, school boards have asked OSBIE about the validity and reliability of electronic signatures as an alternative to pen and paper signatures. What is an electronic signature? Electronic signatures and contracts in Ontario are governed by the…
***Version française au bas de la page*** WHEN? NEXT WEEK: November 2 – 6, 2020. We have over 960 session registrants with space for plenty more! Please share the OSBIE seminar details with anyone at your school board who may wish to attend. WHAT TO EXPECT? Various webinars throughout the week on school board risk management focused sessions for respective…
