Guide for New Workers

May 9 2001 - A new information booklet, a Guide for New Workers has been prepared by Saskatchewan Labour. It includes practical information covering over 30 workplace topics aimed at helping young, and other first-time employees to get a positive experience of working life.

"We know young and first-time workers are eager to understand their rights and responsibilities at work," Labour Minister Kim Trew said. "We also know workers who are 15 to 24 years of age are at a higher than average risk of injury on the job.

The theme of this year's North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) is Prevention is the Cure which makes the booklet particularly appropriate.

The booklet is being provided to high schools and employment centres throughout Saskatchewan. Teachers can request extra student copies for their work-related classes or counselling programs. The guide will also be made available in the near future on the department's youth website: readyforwork.gov.sk.ca.