COR ISN AVETTA HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAMS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the benefits of purchasing a health and safety manual for my business?
There are many benefits of ensuring a proper health and safety program is implemented within your business, such as:
✅ It is the law across every province in Canada. Every business in Canada is required by legislated LAW, in each province, to have a written occupational health and safety manual in place and implemented on site for their workers. Failure to comply with provincial OHS safety regulations in any province, can result in very expensive and hefty fines, penalties, sanctions and stop work orders by local government safety officers.
✅ A written health and safety program can provide tremendous benefits during your contract bids. Large contractors will require smaller sub-contractors to have a written health and safety program in place. In fact, sub-contractors who have a OHS program in place are usually on top of the selection list with large contractors. Consider your purchase a wise investment!
✅ A written health and safety program will also assist in reducing or eliminating minor to serious workplace injuries, sickness, or even death, in the workplace. This program will also be your protection and due diligence in court, if ever required. Remember, it's better to have something in place, rather than nothing! And most importantly, your employees will feel cared for and protected from risks in the workplace which in return will ensure a more positive work environment along with increased production.
Why should I get my business COR - SECOR, ISN, Avetta or Complyworks certified?
In every province across Canada, workplace safety is a critical priority for businesses in every industry. The COR, SECOR, Avetta, Isnetworld ISN and Complyworks are nationally recognized safety certifications designed to help companies build safer workplaces, meet legislative requirements, and stand out in competitive markets. Achieving SECOR or COR certification demonstrates your company’s commitment to safety excellence. These certifications show that your safety program meets or exceeds the standards set by your provincial Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) or equivalent governing body. The benefits of these certifications include:
✅ Enhanced Safety Practices: Build a safer work environment for your employees.
✅ Access to Contracts: Many clients and industries require SECOR or COR, Avetta, Complyworks or ISN certification to bid on contracts.
✅ Rebates & Financial Incentives: Provincial WCB programs may offer premium rebates to certified companies.
✅ Reduced Liability: Strong safety programs reduce the risk of accidents, penalties, and claims.
Can your consulting service develop us a custom safety manual to pass COR, Avetta, Complyworks or ISN audits?
Yes we can. We can assist your business in developing a proper health and safety program manual; guaranteed to PASS the COR, ISN, Avetta or Complyworks audit for either BC, Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba or Quebec. We have experienced consultants who have been past COR coordinators and auditors who are able to develop you a proper safety manual gauged towards achieving COR certification. Whether you have a small business (less than 20 employees) or a large business (20 more employees), we can build your business a quality safety program, guaranteed to pass COR, CONTRACTORCHECK, AVETTA, COMPLYWORKS or ISNETWORLD auditing requirements. We can have your custom health and safety manual ready within 2 weeks time (or less). We will also make any major edits or changes to your new program up to two times within a 30 day period.
Can your company upgrade our current already developed safety manual?
Yes we can. At least once every year, every employer must audit, evaluate and review their health and safety program and discuss with their joint safety committee, safety representatives and/or workers ways to improve it.We will go through your policies and procedures and edit them to ensure they in current regulation compliance. We can also audit safety programs to ensure they are in current regulation requirements. Please forward us a PDF copy of your OHS progam for a review and we will provide you with pricing and and estimate of completion time.
Will my new custom safety manual be built specific to my industry and business practices?
Yes. Your new custom safety program will be built specific to your industry and type of business. At the time we start building your new program, we will send you a questionnaire which will assist us in building your program tailored to your type of business. However, you have to keep in mind that your safety manual must, by law, also have certain elements included as required by your provincial health and safety regulations - which we will advise you of.
Will my new custom safety manual be customized specifically to my business?
Yes it will be. The custom manual is built specific to your industry and what the regulation requires from your business. It also has fine details put in there such as your company name & logo, supervisor names and contacts, first aid attendant names contacts, JHSC committee names and contacts, emergency response coordinator and contacts, locations of first aid kits, eye wash stations, sds binders, safety bulltein boards, pictures of muster stations, and much more.
How much does a new custom safety manual for COR, ISN or Avetta cost?
Please contact us for complete details and pricing. A 70% deposit will be required at the start of the program development. The remaining 30% will be due within 15 days from the day we send you your first draft. From there you will have 30 days to let us know if you require any edits/changes to your program. We will provide up to 2 major edits within the 30 day period.
Can I speak to someone from your team to get more information on your products?
Yes you can. Please call us: (604) 259-8020 or email us: [email protected] - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm PST.
What is third party contractor prequalification requirements?
Third-party prequalification is a process hiring clients use to verify that contractors meet specific health, safety, and regulatory requirements before being allowed to work on-site. Systems like ISNetworld®, Avetta®, and COR® manage this process to reduce risk and ensure compliance.
For which provinces can you build my COR ISN Avetta Complyworks custom safety manual for?
Our professional OHS consultants can build your COR ISN Avetta or Complyworks Health and Safety Manual for British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Quebec.
Why would I want to purchase the custom manual over the much more affordably priced templates Greystone Safety offers?
The affordable templates we offer for businesses across Canada are for minimum provincial OHS regulation compliance - what the government requires you to have in place as a minumum standard. This means, that all businesses must by law have these elements developed in their safety manual and implemented throughout their business. The best way to describe our affordable safety manual templates is: "It is better to have something in place for your employees; rather than nothing". Not having minimum regulation compliance within your business can result in major fines, penalties, sanctions or stop work orders - especially if their is a death or serious injury within your work environment (which is much more detrimental to your business then receiving expensive fines). Your safety manuals will be your first line of defense (due diligence).
Our custom safety manuals are over 400+ pages in length and are built specific to your business operations including the provincial minimum requirements. Our custom safety manuals are also guaranteed to pass COR/SECOR, Isnetworld, RAVS and Complyworks audits. Here is what you receive with our custom safety manuals:
✅ HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY MANUAL (up to 40 - 50 policies)
✅ NEW & YOUNG EMPLOYEE SAFETY ORIENTATION PACKAGE
✅ SUB-CONTRACTOR SAFETY ORIENTATION PACKAGE
✅ COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PREVENTION PLAN
✅ SAFE WORK PROCEDURES (industry specific and up to 30 procedures)
✅ FORMS PACKAGE
Are Greystone Safety's health and safety programs / manuals recognized in the industry?
Absolutely. Our written occupational health and safety manuals have been developed by certified and professional health and safety consultants with a combined experience in occupational health and safety of over 60 years. Our health and safety programs, manuals, policies and procedures are recognized across Canada by federal, provincial, municipal, and private organizations and individuals.
What forms of payment does Greystone Safety accept?
We accept credit card payment over our secure website or over the phone. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover and JCB. There is also an option to pay using PayPal, however this transaction can only be made through the phone with our customer service representatives.
Can Greystone Safety build custom and site specific health and safety programs for businesses or are their programs just available online?
Yes, for a different price point we can develop and customize your company's personal health and safety program based on your specific business and industry. Our online digital safety programs / manuals are a more quicker and cost effective solution for small businesses where they can purchase the overall foundation of a health and safety program and then build upon it based on their industry. Custom programs are designed based on your industry, number of employees and the type of services you offer.
Once I purchase my custom safety program, do I get my health and safety program in paper or electronic version?
You will receive your safety program in both electronic MS Word and PDF file formats. All documents are created in Microsoft Word so you can edit them to suite your specific requirements. The final program will be delivered to your provided email address after completion. Our custom safety programs can also be sent to you via email or a download link depending on the size of your program.
How long does it take to get my documents after I purchase them?
Custom Program: The customized health and program manuals are delivered usually within 1 to 2 weeks from the time we get the answers to our customization questions/requirements form back from you. This program is delivered to by you email upon purchase of the custom safety program manual in PDF and MS Word files. We will send you an invoice based on our quotation agreement at the end of the project.
Can I edit the online digital safety program manuals I purchased from Greystone Safety?
Absolutely. You will receive an editable MS Word format of your safety program manual upon purchase. You can edit, delete or add on content to your safety program manual template at anytime.
What is COR or SECOR certification?
COR/SECOR is short for Certificate of Recognition from your provincial health and safety regulation provider (i.e. worksafebc, wsib, ohs alberta, safeworkmanitoba etc) and is a process that is part of your safety manual program. COR is for large employers, while SECOR is for small sized businesses. The COR or SECOR process involves your safety manual program, ensuring all documentation is in place including maintenance and inspection records, incident and statistical reporting, training records, and safety meeting records. The ideal outcome ensures that your workers and company are safer via safety awareness and actions. Greystone Safety can assist with the creation of a company specific safety manual and forms, as well as give you guidance through the process to ensure the requirements are understood and followed. We at Greystone Safety can build you a COR compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
What is Avetta certification?
Avetta certification is a third-party pre-qualification process that verifies a contractor's, supplier's, or vendor's safety programs, insurance, and compliance documentation. Used primarily in high-risk industries, this certification proves a company meets specific health, safety, and sustainability standards required by hiring clients to reduce risks and ensure operational compliance. By becoming Avetta-certified, companies demonstrate a high standard of safety, which often unlocks new business opportunities and qualifies them for contracts. We at Greystone Safety can build you a Avetta compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
What is ISN Isnetworld certification?
ISNetworld (ISN) certification is a third-party, web-based contractor management platform where vendors and contractors submit their safety, insurance, quality, and regulatory information for review. It verifies that contractors meet specific hiring client requirements, helping to streamline onboarding, improve safety performance, and reduce risk in industries like oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing. We at Greystone Safety can build you a ISN compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
What is Complyworks certification?
ComplyWorks certification (now part of Veriforce) is a vendor prequalification and risk management platform where contractors submit safety programs, insurance, and compliance documentation to meet hiring client standards. It helps companies in industries like oil & gas, construction, and mining manage compliance, mitigate risk, and verify worker training, with ratings displayed by color (e.g., Green = Compliant). We at Greystone Safety can build you a Complyworks compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
There are many benefits of ensuring a proper health and safety program is implemented within your business, such as:
✅ It is the law across every province in Canada. Every business in Canada is required by legislated LAW, in each province, to have a written occupational health and safety manual in place and implemented on site for their workers. Failure to comply with provincial OHS safety regulations in any province, can result in very expensive and hefty fines, penalties, sanctions and stop work orders by local government safety officers.
✅ A written health and safety program can provide tremendous benefits during your contract bids. Large contractors will require smaller sub-contractors to have a written health and safety program in place. In fact, sub-contractors who have a OHS program in place are usually on top of the selection list with large contractors. Consider your purchase a wise investment!
✅ A written health and safety program will also assist in reducing or eliminating minor to serious workplace injuries, sickness, or even death, in the workplace. This program will also be your protection and due diligence in court, if ever required. Remember, it's better to have something in place, rather than nothing! And most importantly, your employees will feel cared for and protected from risks in the workplace which in return will ensure a more positive work environment along with increased production.
Why should I get my business COR - SECOR, ISN, Avetta or Complyworks certified?
In every province across Canada, workplace safety is a critical priority for businesses in every industry. The COR, SECOR, Avetta, Isnetworld ISN and Complyworks are nationally recognized safety certifications designed to help companies build safer workplaces, meet legislative requirements, and stand out in competitive markets. Achieving SECOR or COR certification demonstrates your company’s commitment to safety excellence. These certifications show that your safety program meets or exceeds the standards set by your provincial Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) or equivalent governing body. The benefits of these certifications include:
✅ Enhanced Safety Practices: Build a safer work environment for your employees.
✅ Access to Contracts: Many clients and industries require SECOR or COR, Avetta, Complyworks or ISN certification to bid on contracts.
✅ Rebates & Financial Incentives: Provincial WCB programs may offer premium rebates to certified companies.
✅ Reduced Liability: Strong safety programs reduce the risk of accidents, penalties, and claims.
Can your consulting service develop us a custom safety manual to pass COR, Avetta, Complyworks or ISN audits?
Yes we can. We can assist your business in developing a proper health and safety program manual; guaranteed to PASS the COR, ISN, Avetta or Complyworks audit for either BC, Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba or Quebec. We have experienced consultants who have been past COR coordinators and auditors who are able to develop you a proper safety manual gauged towards achieving COR certification. Whether you have a small business (less than 20 employees) or a large business (20 more employees), we can build your business a quality safety program, guaranteed to pass COR, CONTRACTORCHECK, AVETTA, COMPLYWORKS or ISNETWORLD auditing requirements. We can have your custom health and safety manual ready within 2 weeks time (or less). We will also make any major edits or changes to your new program up to two times within a 30 day period.
Can your company upgrade our current already developed safety manual?
Yes we can. At least once every year, every employer must audit, evaluate and review their health and safety program and discuss with their joint safety committee, safety representatives and/or workers ways to improve it.We will go through your policies and procedures and edit them to ensure they in current regulation compliance. We can also audit safety programs to ensure they are in current regulation requirements. Please forward us a PDF copy of your OHS progam for a review and we will provide you with pricing and and estimate of completion time.
Will my new custom safety manual be built specific to my industry and business practices?
Yes. Your new custom safety program will be built specific to your industry and type of business. At the time we start building your new program, we will send you a questionnaire which will assist us in building your program tailored to your type of business. However, you have to keep in mind that your safety manual must, by law, also have certain elements included as required by your provincial health and safety regulations - which we will advise you of.
Will my new custom safety manual be customized specifically to my business?
Yes it will be. The custom manual is built specific to your industry and what the regulation requires from your business. It also has fine details put in there such as your company name & logo, supervisor names and contacts, first aid attendant names contacts, JHSC committee names and contacts, emergency response coordinator and contacts, locations of first aid kits, eye wash stations, sds binders, safety bulltein boards, pictures of muster stations, and much more.
How much does a new custom safety manual for COR, ISN or Avetta cost?
Please contact us for complete details and pricing. A 70% deposit will be required at the start of the program development. The remaining 30% will be due within 15 days from the day we send you your first draft. From there you will have 30 days to let us know if you require any edits/changes to your program. We will provide up to 2 major edits within the 30 day period.
Can I speak to someone from your team to get more information on your products?
Yes you can. Please call us: (604) 259-8020 or email us: [email protected] - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm PST.
What is third party contractor prequalification requirements?
Third-party prequalification is a process hiring clients use to verify that contractors meet specific health, safety, and regulatory requirements before being allowed to work on-site. Systems like ISNetworld®, Avetta®, and COR® manage this process to reduce risk and ensure compliance.
For which provinces can you build my COR ISN Avetta Complyworks custom safety manual for?
Our professional OHS consultants can build your COR ISN Avetta or Complyworks Health and Safety Manual for British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Quebec.
Why would I want to purchase the custom manual over the much more affordably priced templates Greystone Safety offers?
The affordable templates we offer for businesses across Canada are for minimum provincial OHS regulation compliance - what the government requires you to have in place as a minumum standard. This means, that all businesses must by law have these elements developed in their safety manual and implemented throughout their business. The best way to describe our affordable safety manual templates is: "It is better to have something in place for your employees; rather than nothing". Not having minimum regulation compliance within your business can result in major fines, penalties, sanctions or stop work orders - especially if their is a death or serious injury within your work environment (which is much more detrimental to your business then receiving expensive fines). Your safety manuals will be your first line of defense (due diligence).
Our custom safety manuals are over 400+ pages in length and are built specific to your business operations including the provincial minimum requirements. Our custom safety manuals are also guaranteed to pass COR/SECOR, Isnetworld, RAVS and Complyworks audits. Here is what you receive with our custom safety manuals:
✅ HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY MANUAL (up to 40 - 50 policies)
✅ NEW & YOUNG EMPLOYEE SAFETY ORIENTATION PACKAGE
✅ SUB-CONTRACTOR SAFETY ORIENTATION PACKAGE
✅ COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PREVENTION PLAN
✅ SAFE WORK PROCEDURES (industry specific and up to 30 procedures)
✅ FORMS PACKAGE
Are Greystone Safety's health and safety programs / manuals recognized in the industry?
Absolutely. Our written occupational health and safety manuals have been developed by certified and professional health and safety consultants with a combined experience in occupational health and safety of over 60 years. Our health and safety programs, manuals, policies and procedures are recognized across Canada by federal, provincial, municipal, and private organizations and individuals.
What forms of payment does Greystone Safety accept?
We accept credit card payment over our secure website or over the phone. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover and JCB. There is also an option to pay using PayPal, however this transaction can only be made through the phone with our customer service representatives.
Can Greystone Safety build custom and site specific health and safety programs for businesses or are their programs just available online?
Yes, for a different price point we can develop and customize your company's personal health and safety program based on your specific business and industry. Our online digital safety programs / manuals are a more quicker and cost effective solution for small businesses where they can purchase the overall foundation of a health and safety program and then build upon it based on their industry. Custom programs are designed based on your industry, number of employees and the type of services you offer.
Once I purchase my custom safety program, do I get my health and safety program in paper or electronic version?
You will receive your safety program in both electronic MS Word and PDF file formats. All documents are created in Microsoft Word so you can edit them to suite your specific requirements. The final program will be delivered to your provided email address after completion. Our custom safety programs can also be sent to you via email or a download link depending on the size of your program.
How long does it take to get my documents after I purchase them?
Custom Program: The customized health and program manuals are delivered usually within 1 to 2 weeks from the time we get the answers to our customization questions/requirements form back from you. This program is delivered to by you email upon purchase of the custom safety program manual in PDF and MS Word files. We will send you an invoice based on our quotation agreement at the end of the project.
Can I edit the online digital safety program manuals I purchased from Greystone Safety?
Absolutely. You will receive an editable MS Word format of your safety program manual upon purchase. You can edit, delete or add on content to your safety program manual template at anytime.
What is COR or SECOR certification?
COR/SECOR is short for Certificate of Recognition from your provincial health and safety regulation provider (i.e. worksafebc, wsib, ohs alberta, safeworkmanitoba etc) and is a process that is part of your safety manual program. COR is for large employers, while SECOR is for small sized businesses. The COR or SECOR process involves your safety manual program, ensuring all documentation is in place including maintenance and inspection records, incident and statistical reporting, training records, and safety meeting records. The ideal outcome ensures that your workers and company are safer via safety awareness and actions. Greystone Safety can assist with the creation of a company specific safety manual and forms, as well as give you guidance through the process to ensure the requirements are understood and followed. We at Greystone Safety can build you a COR compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
What is Avetta certification?
Avetta certification is a third-party pre-qualification process that verifies a contractor's, supplier's, or vendor's safety programs, insurance, and compliance documentation. Used primarily in high-risk industries, this certification proves a company meets specific health, safety, and sustainability standards required by hiring clients to reduce risks and ensure operational compliance. By becoming Avetta-certified, companies demonstrate a high standard of safety, which often unlocks new business opportunities and qualifies them for contracts. We at Greystone Safety can build you a Avetta compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
What is ISN Isnetworld certification?
ISNetworld (ISN) certification is a third-party, web-based contractor management platform where vendors and contractors submit their safety, insurance, quality, and regulatory information for review. It verifies that contractors meet specific hiring client requirements, helping to streamline onboarding, improve safety performance, and reduce risk in industries like oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing. We at Greystone Safety can build you a ISN compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
What is Complyworks certification?
ComplyWorks certification (now part of Veriforce) is a vendor prequalification and risk management platform where contractors submit safety programs, insurance, and compliance documentation to meet hiring client standards. It helps companies in industries like oil & gas, construction, and mining manage compliance, mitigate risk, and verify worker training, with ratings displayed by color (e.g., Green = Compliant). We at Greystone Safety can build you a Complyworks compliant health and safety manual tailored for your business and for any province across Canada. Contact us for details and pricing.
