To lead the Newfoundland and Labrador forestry sector in the promotion and development of a positive, industry-wide safety culture; to create added value for the forest industry through the identification and co-ordination of timely, cost-effective, globally recognized Occupational Health and Safety training and through the provision of Return-to-Work program advice; to assist in the reduction of human, social, economic and environmental loss as a result of work related injuries, illnesses and disease.