OUR MISSION
Shield exists to prevent the kind of harm that can’t be undone. Built from real workplace experience — and the lessons that come with it — our mission is to make safety clearer, simpler, and genuinely achievable for every worker and every business. We turn complex regulations into practical steps, help teams spot hazards before they become incidents, and support workplaces in building a culture where people go home safe, every single day.
At SHIELD, prevention isn’t a slogan. It’s the reason we show up.
OUR EXPERTISE
OUR EXPERTISE
OUR EXPERTISE
Shield is built on my lived experience — from working on the floor to leading teams, serving on safety committees, and seeing firsthand how injuries change lives. That real‑world perspective is backed by formal occupational health and safety education and professional training, giving me the technical depth and practical insight to turn complex requirements into clear, effective prevention.
OUR SERVICES
OUR EXPERTISE
OUR EXPERTISE
We provide engaging virtual and on-site safety training, including WSIB-approved First Aid, Forklift, WHMIS, and more, all designed with health and safety in mind. If you need risk assessments or safety advice, we're here to help—think of us as your personal occupational health and safety department at your fingertips, ensuring that safety first is always a priority.
OUR WHY
OUR EXPERTISE
OUR WHY
We understand how deeply a workplace injury can affect a person’s life — physically, mentally, and emotionally. That experience drives our commitment to creating safer workplaces across Ontario. At SHIELD, we believe safety is more than compliance; it’s about genuinely caring for the people who keep your business moving.
Ryan Hillier - Founder & Lead Trainer/Consultant
Occupational Health & Safety Specialist
OHS Certificate - Honors (Fanshawe, Mohawk, Conestoga)
Ryan brings a blend of lived experience, frontline work, leadership roles, and formal occupational health and safety education. His background gives him a practical, prevention‑focused perspective that turns complex safety requirements into clear, usable guidance for real workplaces.
Olly "The Safety Pup" - Operations & Support
Olly is Shield’s loyal safety pup — a friendly mascot who brings warmth, encouragement, and a bit of personality to the serious work of prevention. He’s a behind‑the‑scenes sidekick who helps keep spirits high, and while he doesn’t visit customer facilities by default, he’s always happy to make an appearance if your team wants to meet him.