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Jury calls for annual mandatory psychological checks for cops in wake of Vancouver officer's suicide

A coroner’s jury has made a dozen recommendations after probing the suicide of police Const. Nicole Chan, who died during a mental health crisis after having relationships with two senior officers.


Assault on TTC worker latest incident involving attacks on Toronto's transit system

Police say a man forced his way into the station and assaulted a TTC employee after being told buses were no longer running.


WorkSafeBC seeking input on changes to asbestos certification and licensing

WorkSafeBC is proposing amendments to regulations related to asbestos certification and licensing.


Alcohol-related health-care visits spiked during pandemic in Ontario: study

There was a spike in health-care visits related to alcohol during the pandemic, both among people with a history of problems with drinking as well as those confronting issues for the first time.


OHS Canada needs your stories: PPE for Women free virtual event

On March 23, 2023, OHS Canada is hosting a free virtual event looking at the issue of PPE for Women. And we need your help!


 
SPONSORED SPOTLIGHT 
 
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Alone no more: Technology has revolutionized protections for remote, lone workers

Technology has made it impossible to hide — which from a workplace safety standpoint is a great thing. There can be a seamless switch from WiFi to cellular to satellite so workers don't have to do anything and are still monitored and protected. » Read More...
 
 
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GLOBAL OHS NEWS 
 

9 missing after fishing boat capsizes in South Korea

Coast guard vessels and aircraft were searching for nine fishermen who disappeared after their boat capsized off the country’s southwestern coast. » Read More...

Officials urge evacuation near derailment in Ohio, fearing explosion

Federal investigators said a mechanical issue with a rail car axle caused the fiery derailment near the Pennsylvania state line Friday night » Read More...

 
OPINION 
 
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Worst-boss ever: Testicle punch leads to $300,000 judgment in bizarre case

Rarely have I come across a ruling that stopped me in my tracks as much as the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruling in Osmani v. Universal Structural Restorations Ltd. » Read More...

Drinking and suicide: How alcohol use increases risks, and what can be done about it

In Canada, 12 people die by suicide each day — and another 200 attempt suicide. While the prevalence and destructiveness of suicide is clear, much less is known about why people die by suicide. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

WSPS Warehouse Safety Conference

Location: Mississauga, Ontario
Date: February 21, 2023
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ASSP Safety23 Conference + Expo

Location: San Antonio, Texas
Date: June 4, 2023
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