Category
Occupational Hygiene
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Bill proposes expansion of presumptive coverage
VAUGHAN, Ont. (Canadian OH&S News)
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Paper mill launches investigation into cancer concerns
THUNDER BAY, Ont. (Canadian OH&S News)
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Deadly Mimicry
The women working in the heart of the automotive district in southern Ontario are unlike any other autoworkers in the world.
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Toronto mulls licensing for workplaces with blood-borne disease risks
TORONTO (Canadian OH&S News)
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Air quality issues sicken teachers in Nova Scotia school
YARMOUTH, N.S. (Canadian OH&S News)
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Distracted Alberta railway workers hit by train
EDMONTON (Canadian OH&S News)
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Study finds link between manufacturing sector and breast cancer risk
WINDSOR, Ont. (Canadian OH&S News)
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Federal government drops opposition to crysotile asbestos hazard label
FEDERAL (Canadian OH&S News)
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Making A Comeback
The Quebec government’s recent announcement of a $58-million infusion to breathe life into Canada’s beleaguered asbestos industry has drawn outrage from various quarters.
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Dust to Dust
For a dust explosion to occur, everything has to be lined up just right. Unlike a fire, which can be started by a trio of elements — fuel, an ignition source and oxygen — a dust explosion can occur only if a pentagon comprising two…
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Feds investigating gas leak at customs-related facility
HAMILTON, Ont (Canadian OH&S News)
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Review confirms cancer risk for Nfld shipyard workers
MARYSTOWN, Nfld (Canadian OH&S News)
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Falling Partitions: Plus or Minus
Within a couple months of relocating to an open-concept office space last October, Michael De Monte had noticed significant changes in the social dynamics among employees.
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Poultry plant in Manitoba appeals order to clean up air
WINNIPEG (Canadian OH&S News)
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Mould growth potential in the aftermath of storms
It may have been a flood; perhaps even a hurricane. The potential for harm from temporary fury unleashed is clear: downed communication devices, damaged infrastructure, and losses of productivity and resources.
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Phantom Rising
To some, it is a constant buzzing in their ears; for others, it is a sort of whistling, humming or even the usually calming sounds made by crickets.
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What’s Appening?
The idea came to John Holtan while he was attending a week-long training event in Atlanta about five years ago. A refinery and power plant operations instructor in North Dakota at the time, Holtan made the trip to Georgia Tech hoping to beef up…
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Swine Flu and Pandemic Planning Resources
These online swine flu, pandemic planning and emergency preparedness resources have been compiled by COHSN staff.
