Work Habits and Definitions

Work Habit Definition
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

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

Reliability

Being punctual

Following directions

Paying attention to detail

Using time effectively and producing work on time

Acting in accordance with health and safety practices

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

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

Initiative

Beginning and completing tasks with little prompting

Approaching new tasks with confidence and a positive attitude

Seeking assistance when necessary

Self-advocacy

Asking questions and seeking clarification, where appropriate

Identifying and making use of appropriate resources and support when needed

Being proactive with regard to individual rights and responsibilities, where appropriate

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

Entrepreneurship

Recognizing and acting on opportunities

Showing perseverance

Being innovative and creative

Being versatile and resourceful

Work Habits

Which of the following work habits do you have?

Work Habits

Working Safely

Reporting unsafe conditions

Teamwork

Reliability

Organization

Working Independently

Initiative

Self-advocacy

Customer Service

Entrepreneurship

Source: Ontario Ministry of Education