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The agency is urging employers and workers to manage risks around these injuries. In the past six years, almost 41,000 workers in B.C. suffered slip-trip-and-fall injuries, including fractures, sprains, and dislocations.
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Nova Scotia is seeking public feedback on ways to improve its workers' compensation system and preventing workplace harassment. “We know there is work to do to improve workers’ compensation. The system needs to be updated with today’s workplaces in mind to be the best it can be for Nova Scotians,” said Jill Balser, Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration.
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Fall protection is the top safety violation in the United States, according to new data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). That's the 13th year in the row it has taken the top spot.
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Eric Viens-Compagnat of Orford, Que., pleaded guilty to disobeying an order made under the Forest Fires Prevention Act. The Ontario government said it is "safeguarding its fire rangers and the public by ensuring members of the public don’t venture into active forest fires."
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You put safety first, and so do we. That's why we're thrilled to introduce the Dräger X-pect ® series of protective eyewear. These goggles and spectacles go beyond keeping your eyes shielded. They redefine comfort and durability.
The X-pect® series offers two styles:
Spectacles (X-pect® 2000): Lightweight, shatterproof spectacles with all-round protection
Goggles (X-pect® 4000): Robust goggles offering a tight seal for added protection
Key features of the eyewear include:
- Premium anti-scratch and anti-fog coating
- Compatible with most prescription glasses
- Can be combined with Dräger's N95 and half-face mask offerings
- Certified according to ANSI Z87.1, AUS/NZ 1337 and CSA Z94.3
- Goggles: Flexible PVC frame offers added comfort and secure fit
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Lisa Beech-Hawley of OPG (top); Ken Brodie of Modern Niagara (middle); and Sue Praught of Sun Life (bottom) took part in a special panel discussion on musculoskeletal health.
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In an effort to address the burgeoning crises of mental health and substance use disorders in the American workforce, the workplace well-being team at the National Safety Council (NSC) is developing a comprehensive program aimed at fostering "Recovery Ready Workplaces."
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Discover the new benchmark in safety with the revised and expanded version of REThinking Hand Safety! Dive deeper into proven strategies, learn how to reduce injuries, and encourage team and leadership buy-in. Available in audio and ebook version.
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At least three construction workers died when scaffolding fell down an elevator shaft inside a building site in Hamburg on Monday, German authorities said.
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Until early last year, a rusting oil ship named the Trinity Spirit floated off the coast of Nigeria, pulling crude oil from the ocean floor. Then, last February, it exploded, collapsing into the ocean along with 40,000 barrels of oil. Five workers were killed and two others presumed dead, their bodies never found.
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To help quickly spot safety defects on moving trains, Norfolk Southern said Thursday it has installed the first of more than a dozen of a new generation of automated inspection portals on its tracks in Ohio — not far from where one of its trains careened off the tracks in February and spilled hazardous chemicals that caught fire.
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An off-duty airline pilot riding in an extra cockpit seat on a Horizon Air flight said "I'm not OK'' just before trying to cut the engines midflight and later told police he had been struggling with depression, according to charging documents made public last week.
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Roundabouts, while a relatively new traffic control measure, are catching on across the United States. Roundabouts, also known as traffic circles or rotaries, are circular intersections designed to improve traffic flow and safety. They offer several advantages over conventional intersections controlled by traffic signals.
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When BBC journalist Rory Carson sought online consultations for a potential mental health issue, three private clinics diagnosed him with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They charged between £685 and £1,095 for these consultations, which lasted between 45 and 100 minutes, and all prescribed him medication.
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Join us for an informative webinar with employment law expert John Hyde. In today's rapidly changing workplace landscape, having robust harassment and violence policies is essential to protect both your organization and its employees. We invite you to join us for an informative webinar where you'll gain invaluable insights from John Hyde, an experienced employment lawyer at Hyde HR Law.
Who Should Attend: HR Professionals, Legal Counsel, Workplace Policy Developers, Managers and Supervisors or anyone Concerned with Workplace Safety and Compliance
Don't miss this opportunity to gain critical legal insights and practical guidance on workplace harassment and violence policies. Secure your spot now for a session that can help safeguard your organization and its employees. Join us on Nov 15 at 2 p.m. ET for this discussion.
Early bird offer! Register buy Nov. 1 for $99, a savings off the regular price of $149.
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November 16, 2023 | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Virtual Live Webinar
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