WSIB
Health & Safety Excellence Program
(HSEp)
Approved Provider • Making Ontario Safer
$ Earn Rebates 💸 $1,000 Kickstart Bonus
WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEp) – STS Group Ontario
At STS Group, we believe protecting your employees is the first step to protecting your business. Every workplace deserves a safe and healthy environment — and we’re here to help make that possible. Whether you’re a small business or a large organization in Ontario, we’re committed to empowering you through the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEp).
We guide you every step of the way — from selecting the right topics to preparing and submitting your complete evidence package to WSIB. With a flexible and fully customizable approach, we make it simple for your business to meet its safety goals and achieve lasting improvements.
What is the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEp)?
The WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEp) is designed to help Ontario businesses build safer, healthier workplaces—while also earning valuable rebates on WSIB premiums.
By joining HSEp, you’ll not only strengthen your safety practices but also enjoy tangible benefits like:
- Lower risk of workplace injuries and illnesses, reducing disruptions and costs to your operations
- Improved employee confidence, morale, and productivity, contributing to a stronger safety culture
- Step-by-step support and resources that simplify compliance with health and safety legislation
- Exclusive recognition badges to showcase your health and safety commitment across your website, email signature, and business materials
Get a $1,000 incentive just for getting started! This bonus is an extra reward to kickstart your safety journey, subject to eligibility requirements.
Whether you’re laying the foundation or leveling up your current practices, the HSEp provides a structured path with 41 safety topics across foundation, intermediate, and advanced levels—tailored to your organization’s goals.
The program also aligns with leading health and safety standards such as:
Making it easier to integrate into your broader safety management system.
Need to know more about HSEP, explore our detailed guides:
HSEp Benefits
Earn Rebates
Reduced Premiums
Earn Recognition
Networking Opportunities
Professional Advice
Healthier Workplace
How It Works?
Join
Register with WSIB and
get a $1000 rebate,
subject to eligibility requirements.
Plan your Action
Select health and safety topics
and create a
custom action plan.
Put it into Practice
Implement the topics
into your day-to-day operations.
Show your Progress
Document your efforts and
submit the evidence package.
Achieve and Celebrate
Earn WSIB premium rebates, achievement badges, and
official recognition.
What We Offer?
✓ Professional coaching
✓ Assistance navigating the WSIB platform
✓ One-on-One guidance (on-site/virtual)
✓ Updates on MOL and WSIB issues
✓ Orientation sessions
✓ Review topics for alignment with program guidelines
✓ Site visits to prepare for desk and onsite validation
✓ Assistance with writing policies & procedures
Why Choose STS?
🔸STS Group is a full-service Workplace Health and Safety Training & Consulting Company.
🔸Intelligent, creative, and passionate people are the heart of our company.
🔸Discover our custom-tailored solutions that empower you to achieve your goals.
🔸We synergize with your vision to realize your business potential.
🔸Experience a truly unique support system that helps you every step of the way.
🔸We align COR™ and HSEP to streamline your health and safety goals.
Pricing
Most Popular
Small Business
(1-49 employees)
$895 + HST
What’s Included:
- A two-hour consultation with an STS consultant to assist with topic selection, development, or submission.
- Exclusive access to STS experts, resources, and networking opportunities.
- Invitations to webinars and meetings related to health and safety systems.
- Complimentary access to the "Intro to Hazard & Risk Management" e-learning course.
- A pre-submission desk review and feedback provided by WSIB.
Most Popular
Medium Business
(50-99 employees)
$1495 + HST
What’s Included:
- A four-hour consultation with an STS consultant to assist with topic selection, development, or submission(held over more than one session).
- Exclusive access to STS experts, resources, and networking opportunities.
- Invitations to webinars and meetings related to health and safety systems.
- Complimentary access to the "Intro to Hazard & Risk Management" e-learning course.
- A pre-submission desk review and feedback provided by WSIB.
Most Popular
Large Business
(100 and More employees)
$2500 + HST
What’s Included:
- A four-hour consultation with an STS consultant to assist with topic selection, development, or submission(held over more than one session).
- Exclusive access to STS experts, resources, and networking opportunities.
- Invitations to webinars and meetings related to health and safety systems.
- Complimentary access to the "Intro to Hazard & Risk Management" e-learning course.
- A pre-submission desk review and feedback provided by WSIB.
Rebate Structure
How the Rebate Structure Works
The WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program rewards your safety efforts through a structured rebate system. Here’s how it works:
1. $1,000 Incentive to Start
Once your action plan is approved, you receive a $1,000 one-time incentive just for joining the program, subject to eligibility requirements.
2. Rebates Based on WSIB Premiums
Your rebate is calculated based on the previous year’s WSIB premiums and the number of topics you complete.
The more topics you complete, the higher the rebate.
Rebates are awarded annually, after successful validation of your completed topics.
3. Maximum Rebate Cap
There is a cap on how much you can earn per action plan:
- You can earn up to 2 times your previous year’s reported WSIB premiums regardless of the number of topics completed.
4. Provider Fees vs. Rebates
The amount you pay to your program provider is often less than the rebate you may receive making the program a cost-effective investment in your business’s safety.
Minimum Rebate
The minimum a business can earn is $1,000 per topic or $5,000 if five topics are completed.
Maximum Rebate
The maximum a business can earn is $50,000 per topic or $250,000 if five topics are completed.
Estimate Your Rebate
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program (HSEP)?
The HSEP is a performance-based workplace safety initiative introduced by Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). It helps businesses develop, implement, and strengthen health and safety practices, while fostering a proactive safety culture.
2. Who can join the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program?
Employers in Ontario with an active WSIB account are eligible. The program suits all sizes of businesses and industries, from small startups to large corporations.
3. How much rebate can I earn through the WSIB HSEP?
Rebate amounts depend on your WSIB premiums and the number of completed topics. Completing more topics increases your potential financial incentives, including a $1,000 kickstart bonus for eligible new participants.
4. What topics are covered in the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program?
The program includes over 60 topics organized into three levels:
- Foundational: Health and safety policies, emergency preparedness, basic hazard awareness
- Intermediate: Hazard identification, employee training programs, workplace inspections
- Advanced: Incident investigations, continuous improvement strategies, performance metrics tracking
5. How long does the WSIB HSEP program run?
The standard program cycle is one year, allowing businesses to implement initiatives, submit evidence, and earn rebates. However, organizations can progress at a pace that suits their needs.
6. Is the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program performance-based?
Yes. HSEP rewards organizations based on their performance in completing topics and demonstrating effective safety practices.
7. What are the three levels of topics used by the WSIB HSEP?
The program uses three progressive levels: Foundational, Intermediate, and Advanced, allowing businesses to customize their journey according to current safety maturity.
8. What are the 3 C’s of health and safety?
The 3 C’s represent key principles in workplace safety: Compliance, Culture, and Continuous Improvement, which help organizations build effective safety programs.
9. What are the 5 pillars of safety?
The 5 pillars of safety generally include: Leadership, Risk Assessment, Training, Communication, and Continuous Improvement, forming the foundation of a proactive safety culture.
10. What are the 7 core elements of a safety program?
A robust safety program typically includes:
- Policies and Procedures
- Employee Training
- Hazard Identification
- Incident Reporting
- Emergency Preparedness
- Performance Monitoring
- Continuous Improvement
11. What is safety excellence?
Safety excellence refers to an organization’s commitment to superior health and safety standards, integrating proactive measures, continuous improvement, and a culture that prioritizes employee well-being.
12. How are rebates calculated in the HSEP?
Rebates are based on your WSIB premiums and the number of completed HSEP topics. Each completed topic contributes a portion of the rebate, and businesses may also be eligible for additional incentives like the $1,000 kickstart bonus.
13. Can small businesses participate in the HSEP?
Yes. Small businesses can follow special pathways with pre-selected topic sets, allowing them to build a strong safety foundation gradually, even w