Amin Yazdani

Director, Canadian Institute of Safety, Wellness, and Performance (CISWP)
Amin Yazdani

Dr. Amin Yazdani is the founder and executive director of the Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness & Performance at Conestoga College. He is an adjunct associate professor at the University of Waterloo, chair of the Research Ethics Committee, and adjunct faculty at Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences, and an Associate Faculty Member at Toronto Metropolitan University. Dr. Yazdani holds a PhD in Kinesiology (Work and Health) from the University of Waterloo and is a Certified Safety Professional. He is also a member of the Executive Scientific Committee on Work Disability Prevention and Integration for the International Congress on Occupational Health.

Dr. Yazdani’s research focuses on developing innovative solutions to prevent workplace injuries and improve job accessibility for a diverse workforce. He employs a field-to-lab-to-field research methodology, integrating anthropometry, exposure assessment, and field data collection to advance work and health research. This integrative approach not only enhances the scientific understanding of injury risks but also generates practical, evidence-based solutions to improve workplace safety, performance, and productivity. Dr. Yazdani has spearheaded the development of several Canadian standards and guidelines aimed at making workplaces safer and more inclusive. He chairs multiple Canadian Standard Technical Development committees. His significant contributions have earned him numerous awards and recognitions, including the prestigious Young Leader Award from the Standards Council of Canada.