Features
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Saskatchewan safety video goes viral for all the wrong reasons
And other OHS headlines you didn’t expect
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Coronavirus in Canada: ‘We’re not out of the woods yet’
Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal remain on high alert, says provincial health officer
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Transparency, trust help CAMH curb violence
Case study: 2014 incident sparked changes for Toronto hospital
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Looking back at the major cases of 2019
Exploring the potential workplace ramifications of three recent decisions
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The evolution of training
A new decade will usher in major changes to workplace safety education
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Robotic simulator unveiled at CROSH
Made-in-Canada machine combines robotics and virtual reality
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Climate change brings the heat
Rising temperature puts safety of outdoor workers in spotlight
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Edibles add new wrinkle to safety landscape
Vast differences between smoked cannabis and newly legal products
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Winter-proofing your work zone
Seasonal work poses unique challenges that can put employees at risk
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Quebec CEO first Canadian named to National Safety Council
Former teacher Chantal Trépanier aims to bring unique perspective to U.S. board
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In defence of whistleblowers
Most Canadian whistleblowing legislation is ineffective, requiring users to clear a number of hurdles, says an expert.
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Protecting minds a priority in changing times
In a world where the only constant is change, mental health has simultaneously become the fastest-growing category of disability in the workplace.
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Tips for implementing mental-health policy
‘Invisible’ disabilities have equal human rights protections in the workplace.
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5 ways to be ready for a safety blitz
The current round of Ontario workplace inspections is expected to conclude on Dec. 27.
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One part gear, one part mindset
Cavalier attitudes and too-specific training continue to complicate fall protection.
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Edible cannabis is now legal. Should employers be concerned?
There is a greater risk of employees reporting to work impaired as they may consume cannabis orally, but misjudge the extent or duration of the resulting impairment.
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Aging a forgotten factor in road safety
Employers have a responsibility to ensure the safety of senior employees behind the wheel.
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A Second Skin
Fire-resistant apparel acts as a layer of clothing that can literally save your skin — and is a must for many workers.
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Farm Feud
Nearly four years ago, Alberta finally caught up to the rest of the country when it came to safety coverage for farm workers. But a new provincial government wants to scrap controversial legislation and replace it with what it deems as more flexible options.
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Beyond Zero
Employers need to measure and manage what they do to create safe behaviours that will produce safe work environments.
