Why safety programs must shift from TRIF to SIF
Author: UNB Centre for Learning Futures
Posted on Feb 3, 2026
Category: News and Events , Professional Development , Online Learning , Occupational Health and Safety

For decades, organizations have focused on reducing Total Recordable Injury Frequency (TRIF). Yet, workplace fatalities remain stubbornly high, averaging nearly five deaths per working day in Canada.
Safety expert Glyn Jones explains.
“For 50 years, we’ve focused on investigating every type of incident to drive corrective action. The reality is that only a small percentage of incidents truly require specific attention—those with the potential for very serious outcomes. The future of safety is about identifying these high-energy incidents and refocusing efforts to prevent fatalities.”
Tune in to learn more in the upcoming free webinar Glyn is hosting:
Best Practices in Safety Management – Separating efforts to reduce TRIF and prevent fatalities
Feb. 25, 2026 at 2 p.m. AST
Free online event: Register now
This webinar will explore:
- Why TRIF-focused strategies aren’t enough
- How to identify and prioritize high-risk incidents
- Ways to improve efficiency and ROI in your safety program
Who should attend?
This webinar is for safety practitioners, operations managers, and anyone committed to reducing workplace risk.
Enjoy a limited time offer!
All webinar participants will receive $200 off one UNB Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) or Certificate in Management Essentials (CME) course. It’s the perfect chance to continue your professional development while saving on program fees. This offer ends on April 30, 2026.
About the presenter

Glyn Jones is a Principal Engineer at the EHS Division of Bravo Target Safety in Calgary, Alberta. He is a consulting Occupational Health and Safety specialist and leadership coach with almost 40 years of experience.
Glyn is a chemical engineer by training, a Professional Engineer, and holds a master’s degree specializing in occupational health and safety. He holds numerous professional certifications and is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)®.
Glyn has been providing curriculum support and teaching at the University of New Brunswick occupational health and safety program since 2008.
This event is part of UNB’s Let’s Talk Safety webinar series, designed to support ongoing learning and professional development in the safety community. All registrants will receive a recording of the session to watch at their convenience.
Spots are limited! Don’t miss your chance to learn from one of Canada’s leading safety experts and take advantage of this exclusive offer.
Register now to secure your spot!
Learn more about UNB's Online Occupational Health and Safety programs or reach out to us at customerservice@unb.ca.