Certificate of Recognition (COR) Services
Peninsula’s expert consultants can help you prepare for and pass COR audits with ease
Start-to-finish
expert support
for all your COR needs
We offer 2 levels of service to help your business achieve and maintain your Certificate of Recognition (COR)
Self Service COR Solution
A full COR compliant manual (with policies, programs, forms & templates)
A COR educational component (outlining COR process, elements & impact)
Phone advice line available during business hours to answer your COR queries
SECOR (Small Employer Certificate of Recognition)
For businesses that have up to 10 employees in Alberta and up to 19 employees in BC
Maintenance of existing COR Certification
Internal audit assistance
Quality assurance review of all documents
Stress-free maintenance of your COR, so you pass all your re-certification audits with ease
COR Premium
A full COR compliant manual (with policies, programs, forms & templates)
A COR educational component (outlining COR process, elements & impact)
Complete gap analysis and detailed reports for areas of non-compliance
Our consultants will accelerate the development of your COR compliant health & safety management system
Assistance with an internal audit
Quality assurance review of all materials
A complete mock audit using the provincial audit instrument
Scheduled quarterly appointments with a dedicated COR specialist to ensure you are on track
24/7 access to a team of COR specialists through our employer advice line
We help you get COR right in the first attempt, saving you money in the long run
Get the
gold-standard
certification
A Certificate of Recognition (COR) can help put your business on the fast-track to success. It places you at an advantage over uncertified businesses when bidding on contracts.
A COR shows your clients that your health & safety management system meets the highest provincial standards. By reducing the risk of worker injuries and worker’s compensation premiums, COR saves costs, improves productivity, and builds a culture of safety.
But getting a COR can be a complex and cumbersome process. Especially for businesses who do not have a proper health & safety management system in place.
At Peninsula, we have a dedicated team of experienced COR consultants who can help your business secure and maintain a Certificate of Recognition. Let our experts guide you and make the process of being COR compliant and audit-ready easier for you.
Whether you are preparing for your first COR audit or are re-applying after a failed attempt, our experts have the resources and know-how to help you succeed.
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What is the Certificate of Recognition (COR) and why is it important for my business?
COR is a nationally recognized accreditation program in occupational health and safety that certifies the implementation of a comprehensive management system. It is a recognition program for employers, auditing their health and safety practices to decrease workplace incidents and associated costs.
The accreditation is endorsed by the Canadian Federation of Construction Safety Associations (CFCSA).
How can my business qualify for the Certificate of Recognition (COR)?
There are training, documentation, and program-specific activities throughout the 12 months before the audits.
To qualify, a company must hold valid coverage from the Worker’s Compensation Board in their province and be in good standing. The employer should have a functioning health and safety program and be able to show records for at least one year.
How long does it take to obtain the Certificate of Recognition (COR) and what is the process involved?
If a company does not have a health and safety program in place, it may take 12 months or more to acquire the required documentation.
After the initial audit to achieve COR, there are maintenance audits that must be completed each of the following two years. In the following year, there will be a re-certification audit that will provide a new COR Certificate.
Certification Audit ==> Maintenance audit ==> Maintenance Audit ==> Recertification Audit
How is the program administered, and who conducts the audits?
The COR program is administered in partnership with the employer. This means that the employer needs to implement and conduct specific activities much like any health and safety program. In addition, they must complete any required training throughout the audit process.
Audits are also conducted by external auditors, approved by the certifying partner, to achieve COR.
What is the difference between COR and SECOR?
A SECOR (Small Employer Certificate of Recognition) is for businesses that have up to 10 employees in Alberta and up to 20 employees in BC. To achieve a SECOR, you are required to conduct a self-assessment of your health and safety management system, and then have the assessment reviewed by your certifying partner.
A COR is for larger businesses. Getting a COR requires an audit of your health and safety management system by an external auditor. The audit is then reviewed by your certifying partner.
Ontario, which only has COR, uses a COR 2020 version. Alberta and BC adhere to a 2015 version.
What are the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining a Certificate of Recognition (COR)?
COR costs can depend on several factors such as your business size and the kind of health & safety program you have. Training fees, audit fees, and any changes or improvements to meet COR standards are some costs to expect. Once you are certified, maintaining COR also involves annual audits and program maintenance expenses.