Work Habits and the Ontario Skills Passport www.ontario.ca/skillspassport

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Work Habits and the Ontario Skills
Passport www.ontario.ca/skillspassport

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Ontario Skills Passport (OSP)
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Work Habits in the OSP
Working Safely Initiative Teamwork Self-advocacy Reliability Customer Service Organization Entrepreneurship Working Independently
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OSP Work Habits

• Each work habit has performance indicators
• There are no skill levels associated with work
  habits.

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Working Safely

• Working in a manner that prevents injury to self
  and others
• Reporting unsafe conditions
• Participating in health and safety training, as
  required
• Using and wearing all required protective
  equipment and devices

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Working Safely
Work I report unsafe working conditions to my supervisor.
Learning I know the WHMIS symbols and what they stand for.
Life I regularly replace the batteries in my smoke detectors at home.
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Teamwork

• Working willingly with others
• Showing respect for the ideas and opinions of
  others
• Taking responsibility for his or her share of the
  work
• Contributing to the team effort by sharing
  information, resources, and expertise

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Teamwork
Work I always help co-workers but especially when they are overloaded with work.
Learning In a group assignment, I do my fair share of the work.
Life I listen attentively to the ideas of others.
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Reliability

• Being punctual
• Following directions
• Giving attention to detail
• Using time effectively and producing work on time
  
• Acting in accordance with health and safety
  practices

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Reliability
Work I meet my deadlines.
Learning I regularly attend classes and am on time.
Life I am on time for appointments.
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Organization

• Organizing work priorities when faced with a
  number of tasks
• Devising and following a coherent plan to
  complete a task
• Revising the plan when necessary to complete a
  task or to make improvements

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Organization
Work I plan my day so I know which task I need to complete first.
Learning I use a planner to record all due dates for assignments and projects.
Life I plan my weekly menu so that I make fewer trips to the grocery store.
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Working Independently

• Accomplishing tasks independently
• Independently selecting, evaluating, and using
  appropriate materials, tools, resources, and
  activities
• Using prior knowledge and experience to solve
  problems and make decisions

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Working Independently
Work I complete my job tasks with little or no direction.
Learning I am self-motivated to complete tasks.
Life I complete daily chores around the house without being reminded.
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Initiative

• Beginning and completing tasks with little
  prompting
• Approaching new tasks with confidence and a
  positive attitude
• Seeking assistance when necessary

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Initiative
Work If I finish a task, I look for other work to do.
Learning I help a classmate who needs assistance.
Life I look for ways to help my family, friends and community.
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Self-advocacy

• Asking questions and seeking clarification, where
  appropriate
• Identifying and making use of appropriate
  resources and support when needed
• Being proactive regarding individual rights and
  responsibilities, where appropriate

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Self-advocacy
Work I know my legal rights as an employee or employer.
Learning I research a variety of educational opportunities before I make a decision about which one will suit me best.
Life I know my consumer rights and know whom to contact if I need help.
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Customer Service

• Listening effectively to determine and meet
  clients needs
• Interacting positively with both co-workers and
  clients/customers
• Endeavouring to meet and exceed expectations
• Creating a positive impression of the company or
  organization

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Customer Service
Work I reply to a customers e-mail in a timely manner.
Learning I am respectful to my instructors and classmates.
Life I try to be friendly with people, even if Im having a bad day.
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Entrepreneurship

• Recognizing and acting on opportunities
• Showing perseverance
• Being innovative and creative
• Being versatile and resourceful

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Entrepreneurship
Work I research new product ideas for my employer.
Learning I make suggestions for new extra-curricular activities in my school and offer to lead these activities.
Life I create and run a fundraising event in the community.
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Choose That Work Habit

• Decide which Work Habit is being demonstrated

Description Work Habit
I like to brainstorm ideas for new projects and make them happen... Teamwork
I use To Do Lists... Reliability
I keep my promises... Initiative
I am self-motivated to complete tasks... Organization
I always help my co-workers, especially when they are overloaded with work... Customer Service
I read the label on cleaning products before using them... Self-advocacy
If I finish a task, I look for other work to do... Entrepreneurship
I reply to a customers e-mail in a timely manner... Working Independently
I know my consumer rights and know whom to contact if I need help. Working Safely
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Choose That Work Habit

• Decide which Work Habit is being demonstrated

Description Work Habit
I like to brainstorm ideas for new projects and make them happen... Entrepreneurship
I use To Do Lists... Organization
I keep my promises... Reliability
I am self-motivated to complete tasks... Working Independently
I always help my co-workers, especially when they are overloaded with work... Teamwork
I read the label on cleaning products before using them... Working Safely
If I finish a task, I look for other work to do... Initiative
I reply to a customers e-mail in a timely manner... Customer Service
I know my consumer rights and know whom to contact if I need help. Self-advocacy
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SKILLS ZONE
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Review

1. Work habits have performance indicators
2. Work habits do not have skill levels