Wildfire Smoke Safety Policy
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Federal Plastics Registry Reporting Rules to Take Effect in 2025
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Workplace Violence – 2023 Year in Review
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Workplace Harassment – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Work Injuries – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WHMIS – 2023 Year in Review
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Transportation Safety – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Training – 2023 Year in Review
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Return to Work – 2023 Year in Review
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Privacy – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
PPE – 2023 Year in Review
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OHS Enforcement – 2023 Year in Review
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Noise Hazards – 2023 Year in Review
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Mental Health – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Material Handling – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lockout – 2023 Year in Review
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JHSCs – 2023 Year in Review
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Infectious Illnesses – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Industry Challenges – 2023 Year in Review
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Incident Reporting – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Wildfire Smoke Safe Work Procedures
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Housekeeping – 2023 Year in Review
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Heat Stress – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hazard Assessment – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
First Aid – 2023 Year in Review
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Fire Safety – 2023 Year in Review
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Fall Protection – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Environmental – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Emergency Response – 2023 Year in Review
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Electrical Safety – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Drugs & Alcohol – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Cranes – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Confined Spaces – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Combustible Dusts – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Asbestos – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Airborne Contaminants – 2023 Year in Review
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
June 17 – Lockout Tagout (LOTO)
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June 3 – Heat Stress and How to Protect Yourself
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May 31 – Ladder Safety
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Corporate Wellness Programs and Challenges
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OHS Insider Newsletter – May 2024
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Monthly & Regular Workplace Inspections Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Monthly Workplace Inspection Report Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Federal Court Invalidates Government Policy for Failing to Protect Migratory Birds
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National Day of Mourning
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Coping With Personality Disorders at Work
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Powered Mobile Equipment Rollover Prevention & Compliance Game Plan
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Rollover Protection for Powered Mobile Equipment – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What are the ABC’s of Confined Spaces and How Does it Apply to My Job?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Tools & Tips for Dealing With Workplace Stress
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OHS Insider Newsletter – April 2024
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Checklist Of ‘Competent Person’ Functions, Jobs & Tasks (Alberta Employers)
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OHS Fines Scorecard for 2024 (Feb. 14 to March 15)
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Checklist Of ‘Qualified Person’ Functions, Jobs & Tasks (BC Version)
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OHS Work Refusals – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
British Columbia Launches New Output Based Pricing System
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OHS Competent Person Requirements
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Checklist Of ‘Qualified Person’ Functions, Jobs & Tasks (Federally Regulated Employers)
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Who’s a ‘Competent’ Person Under OHS Law – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Work Refusals Response & Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
June 19 – Recognition & Engagement – Road to Success
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Goal-Setting Strategies for HR & OHS Professionals that Get Results!
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From Connection to Isolation: Social Media’s Paradox for Mental Wellbeing
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Province Not Effectively Managing Hazardous Spills, says B.C.’s Auditor General
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Court Upholds Employer’s Dismissal Of Health And Safety Manager For Cause
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ergonomics & Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSI) Prevention Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Fines Scorecard for 2024 (Jan. 1 thru Feb. 13)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
You Can’t Contract Your Way Out of Environmental Liability
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – March 2024
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Health And Safety Manager Dismissed For Cause For Improper Reporting And Handling Of Her Own WSIB Claim
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Investigations: 5 Basic But Important Tips
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Fall Protection Policy (Alberta Version)
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Wildfire Safety Tips and Techniques
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CyberSecurity: Email Threat Awareness
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Identifying, Addressing and Preventing Heat Related Illnesses
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Prime Contractors: Four Steps to Avoid Liability for OHS Violations Committed by Prime Contractors and Constructors – Special Report
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
March 21 – Navigating Seasonal Hazards: Spring Safety Tips
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Fall Protection Training Requirements – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
When Fall Protection Plans Are Mandatory – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fall Protection Systems & Equipment Requirements – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Who’s an ‘Employer’ Under OHS Law – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Bloodborne Pathogens and How to Protect Yourself
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Fines Scorecard for December 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
New Duty To Cooperate And Maintain Employment Following Workplace Injury Labour, Employment & Human Rights Bulletin
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Creating A Safe Space In Training Sessions For Both Trainers And Trainees
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Prime Contractor – Greater Sudbury Case
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Cold-Related Hazards
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Coping With Personality Disorders at Work
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Federal Government Publishes New Cap-and-Trade Framework for Oil and Gas Sector GHG Emissions
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Unmasking the Illusion of Management Safety Tours
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OHS Insider Newsletter – December 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Sexual Harassment at Your Holiday Party: What’s Your Liability?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Culture of Care
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Safety in the Digital Revolution
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Supreme Court Finds Bill C-69 Environmental Assessment Law Partly Unconstitutional
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Extension Ladder Safety – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – November 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Why a Good Contract Isn’t Enough to Avoid Liability for Environmental Contamination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Body & Limb Protection PPE Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – October 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Which “Workers” OHS Laws Protect – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Toilet Facilities Requirements – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – September 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Protection Against Drowning – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – August 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What is Competency and Why Does Industry Still Have Line of Fire Incidents
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Hand Protection PPE Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS PPE Payment Requirements 2 – Infographic
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OHS PPE Payment Requirements – Infographic
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – July 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Physical Demand Analysis Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Understanding How the Air Quality Index Works
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Brief Your JHSC on What Safety Culture Is & Why You Need It
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WHMIS & Workplace Availability of Safety Data Sheets – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – June 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Federal Government Unveils Sweeping New Plastics Packaging Regulations
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OHS Insider Newsletter – May 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What’s Your Company Doing for the International Day of Mourning?
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Electrical Work PPE Policy
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State of Safety Survey 2023
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Canadian Women’s Experiences with Personal Protective Equipment in the Workplace
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Electrical Safety – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – April 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Innovations in First Aid Kits and Training for Modern Occupational Health and Safety
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OHS Legal Issues With Due Diligence Defenses – Special Report
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Don’t Assume that Following an Industry Standard Is Enough to Comply with OHS Requirements
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Stacking Safety Do’s & Don’ts
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Common Ergonomics Misconceptions Debunked
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – March 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Avoiding Costly Mistakes for Hybrid Work
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Is a Contractor Liable for a Subcontractor’s Environmental Violation?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Foot Protection PPE Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – February 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
How Helping Employees Cope with Mental Illness Can Improve Your Company’s Bottom Line
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workers’ Mental Health & Why You Need an Accommodations Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Mental Health Accommodations Policy & Procedure
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Eye and Face Protection Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What’s the Difference between a Safe Work Practice and Safe Job Procedure? – Ask The Expert
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
BC Employers’ OHS Obligations to Address Workplace Bullying and Harassment
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – January 2023
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – December 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Contractor Management: How to Secure Safety Buy-in
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – November 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fire Prevention Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fire Emergency Response Plans – Know The Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – October 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Arbitrator Shouldn’t Have Upheld Random Drug Testing Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Worker Accused of Sexual Assault Can’t Sue Accuser for Defamation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Auto Technician Wasn’t Fired for Complaining about Indoor Smoking
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Minor Chemical Spill Isn’t Serious Enough to Justify Post-Incident Drug Testing
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
5 Myths About What Defines a Confined Space
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Work Refusal Notification Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Preventing Back Injuries with Ergonomics – At Home & At Work
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – September 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
ISO 9001 – Lessons from the Trenches
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AEDs in the Workplace – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Avoiding Liability for “Greenwashing” in Product Advertising
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Ergonomics Risk Reduction Strategies In Healthcare
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
AEDs Re-Stocking Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
AEDs Incident Report Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Rejection of JHSC Recommendation Notice
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Minimizing Liability Risks When Rejecting Unrealistic JHSC Recommendations – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Duty to Accommodate Special Report
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Responding to JHSC Recommendations – Know The Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – August 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The Conflicts Don’t Stop: The Latest on Workplace Investigations
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Working Alone Special Report
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Nationwide Ban on Single-Use Plastics Takes Effect on Dec. 20, 2022
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Occupiers’ Liability – Know The Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Is Employer Liable for Ladder Fall Caused by Worker’s Carelessness? – Ask The Expert
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ladder Pre-Use Inspection Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fixed Ladder Safety – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – July 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Due Diligence 2022 Semi-Annual Scorecard
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Workplace Opioid Overdose & Naloxone Response Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Naloxone Incident Debriefing Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Naloxone Hazard Incident Report
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Naloxone Hazard Workplace Assessment Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Naloxone Hazard Training Checklist (Nasal Spray)
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Naloxone Hazard Training Checklist (Injection)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Naloxone Distribution & Use Log
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Distribution of Naloxone – Know The Laws Of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Minimum Age Requirements – Know The Laws Of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
New & Young Worker Safety – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
New & Young Worker Safety Orientation & Training – Know The Laws Of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Fatigue & How Overworking Workers Costs More than It Saves
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – June 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The Top 5 Workplace Summer Safety Hazards (and What You Can Do About Them)
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Workplace Fatigue Risk Management System – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fatigue Management Policy
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Whom To Call To Report a Spill or Discharge
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Occupational Diseases Covered by Workers Comp – Know The Laws Of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Which Illnesses Are Considered “Occupational Diseases” for Workers Comp?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
How to Create a Hazardous Spills Response Plan
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Hazardous Spills Reporting – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – May 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Joint Health & Safety Committee Participation in Hazard Assessment?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Hazard Identification & Assessment – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hazard Identification & Assessment Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WorkSafeBC’s High-Risk Strategy for Construction Taking a Risk-Based Approach to Reduce Injuries
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – April 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Don’t Teach my Mother WHMIS
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Avoid Privacy Violations When Using GPS and Other Monitoring Technologies to Ensure Workers’ Safety
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Excavation & Trench Safety Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Trench/Excavation Inspection Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Safety of Excavations Work – Know The Laws Of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Excavations Safety Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – March 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Material Handling: Employer Didn’t Use Due Diligence to Prevent Overhead Crane Operator Injury
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Excavations: CNESST Inspector’s Estimate Not Enough to Prove Trench Violation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ergonomics: No Proof that Repetitive Work Tasks Caused Housekeeper’s Shoulder Injury
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Privacy: Employer Doesn’t Have to Stop Using Allegedly Privacy-Invasive GPS App
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Shipping Terminal Fined $250,000 for Worker’s Fatal Fall
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What Constitutes a “Disability” – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Is a Worker’s Failure to Disclose Medical Marijuana Use Grounds for Termination?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Drugs, Alcohol & Substance Abuse – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Alberta Version)
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OHS Policy Statement (Federal Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (British Columbia Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Manitoba Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (New Brunswick Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Newfoundland Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Quebec Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Prince Edwards Island Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Ontario Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Nova Scotia Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Yukon Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Saskatchewan Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Nunavut Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Policy Statement (Northwest Territories Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – February 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Does Workers Compensation Cover a Telecommuter’s Home Injury? – Quiz
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Revised Pre-Start Review Rules Take Effect in Ontario
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
It’s Time To Re-Activate Your Covid-19 Exposure Prevention Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What’s the Difference between Liquefied Petroleum Gases and Flammable Liquids? – Ask The Expert
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Compressed Gases Safety – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Woman Who Falls Down Stairs While Working From Home Eligible for Worker’s Compensation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Newsletter – January 2022
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Grinding Wheel Safety – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Due Diligence 2021, The 16th Annual Scorecard
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Contractor Fined $16,500 for Construction Worker’s Fall
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WorkSafeBC Lowers the Boom on Prime Contractor after Gas Worker’s Death
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Union Employee Fired for Distracted Driving Can’t Sue for Money Damages
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Federal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Alberta
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – British Columbia
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month in Review – Manitoba
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – New Brunswick
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Newfoundland & Labrador
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Northwest Territories
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Nova Scotia
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Nunavut
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Ontario
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month in Review – Prince Edward Island
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Quebec
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Saskatchewan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Month In Review – Yukon
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OK to Require Medical Exam of Marijuana User’s Fitness for Safety-Sensitive Job
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Nurses’ Union Lose Bid to Widen COVID-19 N95 Respirator Directive
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fired Québecer Can Sue for National Origin Discrimination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Court Upholds OHS Officer’s Rejection of Worker’s Confined Space Work Refusal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Court Refuses to Pull Plug on RCMP Employees’ $1.1 Billion Harassment Lawsuit
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WHMIS Training – Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Cyberbullying Prevention Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Bar Owner Fined $50,000 for Customer’s Drunk Driving
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Forklift Operator Gets His Suspended Driver’s Licence Back
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Prime Contractor Fined $100,000 for Forestry Worker’s Death
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Restaurant Ordered to Close for Not Verifying Customers’ Vaccination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workers Comp Doesn’t Bar Harassment-Based Constructive Dismissal Claim
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
COVID-19 Infection Risks Don’t Justify Unilateral Staffing Cuts
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Information You Must List in Accident Reports – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Accident Investigation & Reporting Policy Language
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Drugs/Alcohol Testing Policy Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ionizing & Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Ionizing Radiation Safety Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ionizing Radiation Inspection Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ionizing Radiation Safety Compliance Game Plan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Scorecard of the Key Workplace Drugs & Alcohol Cases Decided Since Marijuana Legalization
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Prevention – The New Frontier of Workforce Mental Health
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What “Due Diligence” Is All About
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
It’s 3 Strikes and Y’er Out for Fired Diamond Miner
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Worker Claims Co-Workers’ NFL Fantasy Draft Snub Is Bullying
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Are Employers Liable for Injuries Caused by Victims’ Own Safety Violations?
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Mandatory Use of Time Tracking App Violates Employees’ Privacy
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Hamlet Gets 18 Months’ Corporate Probation for Defying Stop Work Order
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How to Avoid OHS Liability When Contracting with “Prime Contractors”/”Constructors”
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OK to Charge Constructor as “Employer” for OHS Violation, Says Top Court
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Staying Safe at Work
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STAYING IMMUNE to Slips Trips and Falls
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Slips, Trips and Falls – Infographic
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Respiratory Protection Equipment – Know the Laws of Your Province
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Lockout and Energy Control – Compliance Game Plan
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Lockout – Know the Laws of Your Province
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Supervisor Guidelines for Enforcement of OHS Rules
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Work From Home Policy
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Office Workstation Ergonomics – Compliance Game Plan
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Task Design Ergonomic Assessment Checklist
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Heat Stress – Compliance Game Plan
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Heat Stress Requirements – Know The Laws of Your Province
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Ergonomics of Working from Home – 1 Year Later – Lessons Learned
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First Aid – Compliance Game Plan
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Work Refusals & Work Stoppages Policy
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Machine Guarding Quiz
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Lockout/Tagout Quiz
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Leadership Quiz
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Indoor Air Quality Quiz
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Hot Work / Welding Quiz
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Hand and Power Tools Quiz
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Forklifts Quiz
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Fatigue Quiz
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Equipment / Machinery Quiz
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Mine Safety Infographic
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Workplace Harassment Prevention – Compliance Game Plan
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Workplace Harassment Investigation Checklist
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Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Policy
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Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace Infographic
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OHS Workplace Posting Requirements Across Canada: Know The Laws Of Your Province
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Hearing Conservation – Compliance Game Plan
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Hearing Conservation – Know The Laws Around the Provinces
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Can You Discipline Employees for Not Following COVID Rules When They’re Off-Duty?
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COVID-19 UPDATE – Businesses Permitted To Stay Open And Sector Specific Restrictions
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Fall Protection – Compliance Game Plan
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Cold Stress – Compliance Game Plan
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Cold Stress Requirements – Know The Laws of Your Province
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Employee Called “Honey” By Her Co-Worker Has a Case for Sex Harassment
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A 4-Phase Strategy to Prevent Same Level Falls and Ensure OHS Compliance
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How to Create a Workplace Cleaning and Disinfection Policy
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When Are Required OHS Controls “Practicable” to Implement?
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How to Comply with OHS Indoor Air Quality Requirements
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Definitions of “Practicable” and “Reasonably Practicable” Across Canada
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Workplace Harassment Laws Around The Provinces
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9 Things to do to Prevent Confined Space Fatalities and Costly OHS Violations
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Key Workplace Drugs & Alcohol Testing & Discipline Cases Decided Since Cannabis Legalization
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What’s the Difference between a CSA Voluntary Standard & an OHS Law
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Implementing a Mandatory Workplace Face Mask Policy
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Inspection Checklist
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Employer Incident Investigation Report (EIIR)
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Sample Training Record for Working Alone
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Sample Check-in Frequency Worksheet
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Sample Procedure for Regular Person Checks
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Suspect and Vehicle Identification Sheet
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Violent Incident Report
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What are the Steps to Eliminate the Negative Effects of Hearing Loss in the Workplace?
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Workplace Violence Requirements Across Canada
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Airborne Hazard Control Plan Policy
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Biohazard Control Policy
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Test Your OHS IQ: Does Workers’ Comp Cover an Injury Suffered by a Telecommuter at Home?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Test Your OHS IQ: Does Collecting GPS Data from Vehicles Violate Workers? Privacy Rights?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Test Your Environmental Law I.Q.: Can Relying on Government Advice Excuse an Environmental Violation?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Quiz: Name That Machine Guard
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Flu & Infectious Illness Preparedness Checklist
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Cold Stress Hazard Assessment Checklist
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Yukon
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Saskatchewan
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Qubec
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Prince Edward Island
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Ontario
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Nunavut
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Northwest Territories
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Nova Scotia
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Newfoundland and Labrador
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? New Brunswick
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Manitoba
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist – Federal
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? British Columbia
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OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist – Alberta
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Yukon
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Saskatchewan
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Québec
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Prince Edward Island
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Ontario
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Nunavut
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Northwest Territories
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Nova Scotia
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Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Newfoundland and Labrador
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – New Brunswick
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Safety Checklist for Lone Workers Working Alone
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First Aid Kit Inspection Checklist: Basic First Aid Kits
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Cold Stress Exposure Control Policy
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Returning to Work after Covid-19 – Ergonomics Considerations
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Why Is Worker’s Injury Suffered During ‘Normal Body Movement’ Compensable?
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Vehicle Safety Checklist
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Hand Tool Selection Checklist
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Are Injuries from Assault at Work Camp Covered by Workers’ Comp?
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Must Suppliers Disclose ‘Confidential Business Information’ on SDSs?
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Does Worker’s Violation of Safety Rule Bar Workers’ Comp Claim?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Should Workers’ Win Lawsuit Based on Injures Suffered While Being Driven by Co-Worker?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Traffic Control Planning & Preparation Checklist
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PPE Hazard Assessment Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Can Trucker Injured at Home Before Trip Get Workers’ Comp?
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Stress Prevention at Work Checkpoints
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Working Alone Hazards Checklist
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Home Workspace Safety Checklist
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Well-Being Checklist
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How the Coronavirus Can Effect Your Business – Special Report
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Confined Spaces Entry Policy
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Contractor Safety Policy
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Case Studies to Get Management’s Support
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Office Ergonomics Checklist
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Fall Protection Equipment Inspection Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS & Wellness Participatory Program Checklist
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Welding Safety Checklist
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Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist
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Due Diligence Checklist
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Contractor Document Checklist
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Confined Space Attendant Training Checklist
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Machinery & Equipment Safety Checklist
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Accidental Exposure First Aid Procedure
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Stress Prevention Checklist
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Housekeeping Checklist
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Spot The Safety Violation: Power Tool Common Sense
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Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Procedure
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Notice of Discipline for Worker Safety Violation
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Environmental Management Procedure for a Commercial Lease
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Working Alone/Isolation Contact Form
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Return to Work Plan Monitoring Form
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Contractor Incident Reporting Form
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Hazard: How Would You Treat Worker with Frostbit Hands?
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Spot The Safety Hazard: Contact Stress Is Nothing to Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk About
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Spot the Safety Violations: Is This What You’d Call a Proper Step Ladder?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Violation: Is This What You’d Call a Proper Lockout?
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Spot The Safety Violations: Powered Mobile Equipment Is for Moving Materials, Not Men
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Hazard: Safe Lifting Techniques Prevent MSIs
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Spot the OSHA Violation: Is This the Right Way to Beat Heat Stress?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Violations: Is This a Safe Way to Operate a Circular Saw?
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Spot the Safety Violations: Ensuring Use of Proper PPE for Welding & Hot Work
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Violations: Unsafe Operation of Forklifts & Powered Mobile Equipment
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Just One Slip…
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Spot The Safety Violation: 10 Forklift Safety Tips
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SPOT THE SAFETY VIOLATION: Watch Where You Point that Thing!
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Spot The Safety Violation: You Should Judge a Container by Its Label
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Spot The Safety Violation: A Lot of Good This Sign Is Doing
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Spot The Safety Violation: Protect Workers from Insects & the Diseases They May Spread
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Spot The Safety Violation: Makeshift Scaffolds Won’t Do
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Spot The Safety Violation: How to Prevent Tractor Rollovers
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Spot The Safety Violation: Riding High – and Unsafely
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Spot The Safety Violation: Take 5 Steps to Protect Workers’ Heads
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Spot The Safety Violation: Improv Isn’t Always Funny
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Spot The Safety Violation: Avoid These 3 Safety Mistakes
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Spot The Safety Violation: Stormy Weather Strikes Again
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Spot The Safety Violation: Storage Rack Collapse Buries Worker
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Spot The Safety Violation: Protect Workers’ Heads & Brains
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Spot The Safety Violation: Creative But Dangerous
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Spot The Safety Violation: Take 6 Steps to Protect Workers? Eyes
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Spot The Safety Violation: Take 7 Steps to Protect Workers In/Near Trenches
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Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Lock Fire Exits
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Spot The Safety Violation: Lifting Dos & Don’ts
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Spot The Safety Violation: 10 Rack Safety Tips
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Spot The Safety Violation: 6 Wind Safety Tips
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Spot The Safety Violation: The Dos & Don’ts of Safe Grinder Use
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Spot The Safety Violation: Cell Phones Aren’t the Only Distractions for Drivers
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Spot The Safety Violation: Beware of Exploding Tires
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Confined Spaces in Plain Sight
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Get Bent out of Shape
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Daisy Chain Extension Cords
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Spot The Safety Violation: Get Me a Pry Bar!
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Spot The Safety Violation: Watch out for Thin Ice
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Winter + Dust = Explosive Combo
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Decorating Shouldn’t Be Dangerous
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Play Hide-and-Seek with Eyewash Stations
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: I’ve Almost Got It?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: What’s Wrong with this Buffer Zone?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Take on More than You Can Handle
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: How Many Trip Hazards Can You See?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Skylights Aren’t OHS Compliant Covers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Entanglement Injuries Can Change Lives
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Get out of the Gutter
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Drinking Water Isn’t the Best Eyewash Solution
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Wake up, Goldilocks
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Spot The Safety Violation: This Isn’t the Circus
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Spot The Safety Violation: Blow, Blow Thou Winter Wind
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Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Stand Too Close
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Chainsaw Safety Tips
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Ergonomics & Pregnant Workers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Is That Load Secure?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Fall for This!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: More than Just a Broken Bulb
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Party Decorations Make Bad Safety Measures
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
SPOT THE SAFETY VIOLATION: Bare-Chested = Unprotected
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Emergencies Are No Laughing Matter
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: What You Wear Does Matter
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Being on Top Isn’t Always Best
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: What’s Stopping These Workers from Falling?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Two Ladders Aren’t Better than One
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: The Leaning Tower of Pallets
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Try to Escape Through Here
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Long Hair Can Be Beautiful But Hazardous
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Can You Find the Fire Extinguisher?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Sometimes a Ladder Isn’t Right for the Job
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Overload Your Scaffold
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Need a Lift?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Owners Should Lead by Example
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Slip Sliding Away
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Working by Roads Is Dangerous Business
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: 12 Tips for Safe Use of Elevated Platforms
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Keep Away from the Edge of Trenches
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Powered Equipment + Enclosed Area = CO Hazard
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Watch Where You Stand
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Would You Want to Use this Restroom?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Guard Your Equipment
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Proper Lockout Requires More than Locks
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Drive a Snow-Covered Vehicle
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Be Shocked!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lockout Tagout: Are Lockout Procedures Always Followed At Your Workplace?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Why Rollover Protection Is Important
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Good Thing More Went Right than Wrong
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Snowy Roofs Are Slippery
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Even Seemingly Benign Items Can Kill
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: 10 Tips for Safe Use of Laptops
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Supervisors Should Know Better
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Why You Should Follow Instructions
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Some Items Just Aren’t Multipurpose
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Sit up Straight!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Let Safety Hazards Get En-Trenched
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Avoid 4 Confined Space Mistakes
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Take 4 Steps to Protect Workers from Asbestos
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: The Safety Impacts of Worker Fatigue
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Take Steps to Protect Workers from Dust
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Caution Tape ≠ Proper Guardrail
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Only Use Safety Equipment for Safety Purposes
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Wait for Lightning to Strike Twice
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Shine a Light on Safety
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Which Lockout Is Correct?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Would You Drink This Water?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Make Sure Proper PPE Is Available
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Should Toddlers Weld?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Stay Covered in the Sun
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Fright of Stairs
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Watch Your Step(s)!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Distracted Driving Is Unsafe & Illegal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Improper Hazardous Substance Storage Can Be Deadly
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Prevent Drownings with PFDs
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Wearing Fall Protection Isn’t Enough
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Worksite No Place for Balance Beam
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Use Hands to Clear Clogged Snow Blowers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Wind + Scaffolding = Safety Hazard
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Get the Lead Out
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Look Out Below!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Know Your Load Limits
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Heavy Snow Can Collapse Roofs
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Watch Where You Stick Your Hands
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Protect Your Feet with Appropriate Footwear
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Keep Outside Areas Clear of Snow & Ice
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Trade Warmth for Toxic Gases
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Make Sure Machine Guards Are Effective
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Stay Safe Hanging Holiday Decorations
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Clear Snow from Vehicle Before Driving
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Stacked Crates Aren’t a Safe Substitute for Ladders
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Don’t Use Food Containers to Store Hazardous Substances
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Dress Properly to Avoid Cold Stress
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Water + Electricity = Bad Combination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Proper Equipment Prevents Injuries
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: It’s All Fun & Games Until Someone Gets Hurt
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Workplace Safety Goes Beyond Workers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Stay Safe on Aerial Work Platforms
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Dig These Trench Hazards
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Respiratory Protection Shouldn’t Suffocate You
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Landscaping Hazards
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Watch Where You Stick Your Head & Hands
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Put a Lid on It!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: A Fire Extinguisher Only for Tall People
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Proper Posture Prevents Pain
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Ladders on Roofs?a Risky Combination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Nail Guns Are as Dangerous as Handguns
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Protect the Windows to Your Soul
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Would You Wash out Your Eyes Here?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Staying Alert Is Key to Safety
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Protecting Workers from One Hazard Shouldn’t Expose Them to Another
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: What Happened to This Truck Is Shocking
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: 5 Scissor Lift Safety Tips
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Sometimes Three Ladders Aren’t Better than One
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Step Ladders & Extension Ladders Aren’t Interchangeable
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Is This a Safe Lifting Technique?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Snow + Ramp = Slipping Hazard
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Santa’s Not the Only One on Snowy Rooftops
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Violation: Proper Coughing Etiquette
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Protection from Invisible Safety Hazards
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot the Safety Violation: Hot Work & Housekeeping
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Ventilation Issues
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Working at Heights
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Infographic: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress Across Canada
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Worker Fatigue Infographic
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape: OHS Laws Banning Workers from Work Sites While Impaired
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Working from Home in the Face of a Pandemic ? Applying Ergonomics Principles
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ergonomics Requirements – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Fall Protection Requirements – Know the Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Housekeeping Requirements under the OHS Laws
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Source of First Aid Requirements By Jurisdiction
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WHMIS Training Program & Review Requirements
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Rules for Reporting Occupational Illnesses to Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Employers’ Duty to Re-Employ Injured Workers – Know The Laws of Your Province
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Welding PPE Requirements
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape – AMPs: The Costs of Noncompliance: Administrative Monetary Penalties for OHS Offences
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape: OHS Workers Comp Mental Stress Coverage – Acute v. Chronic
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape: Workers? Comp Mental Stress Coverage – Triggers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ergonomics Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fall Protection Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
First Aid Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hand & Power Tool Safety Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
4 Steps to Implementing a Safe Culture for Remote Work
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hazard Identification Assessment & Control Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hearing Conservation & Noise Protection Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Heat Stress Exposure Control Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hot Work Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Housekeeping & Sanitary Workplace Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
JHSC Rules of Procedure
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lockout & De-Energization Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
An Updated Look at Provincial Reopening Plans
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Machine Guarding Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Portable Fire Extinguisher Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Return To Work Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spill Response and Reporting Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workforce in Transition: Managing Mental Wellness of Your Remote Teams
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Compliance Briefing: How to Comply with Workers’ Comp Occupational Illness Requirements
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Traffic Hazards Management & Control Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Compliance Briefing: The 5 Things OHS Managers Needs to Know about Coronavirus & Workers’ Compensation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WHMIS Policy (Federal Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
COVID-19: Pandemic Preparedness for Business
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Work Refusal Policy & Procedure
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Case Alert: Smell of Pot in Car ≠ Proof Worker Is High At Work
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Violence and Harassment Enforcement – An Update
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Saskatchewan: Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Yukon Territory: Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Northwst Territories: Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Nova Scotia: Workers’ Comp Rates
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
British Columbia: Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Failure of Return to Work Process ≠ Failure to Accommodate
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ask The Expert: Can You Make Workers Wear “Uncomfortable” PPE?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Firing Bookkeeper for Confidentiality Breach ≠ OHS Reprisal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Risk of Inmate Attack ≠ Valid Grounds for Corrections Manager to Refuse Work
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Compliance Cheat Sheet: OHS Records Retention Requirements Across Canada
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
How to Create ‘Active Shooter’ Response Guidelines for Your Workers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Top Court Gives Lead-Poison Victim One More Shot at Workers’ Comp Benefits
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Hearing Protection: 10 FAQs About Noise Monitoring
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Trap to Avoid: Blaming OHS Violations on Workers’ Failure to Follow Safety Rules
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Posting Requirements OHS and Workers Comp Checklist – Alberta
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Word Search – Health & Safety
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Workers’ Comp Doesn’t Have to Cover Injured Worker’s Moving Expenses
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workplace Smoking & Vaping: The 5 Things You Must Do to Comply with New Smoke-Free Laws
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Firing Worker with the Sniffles? Disability Discrimination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Month in Review ? March 2019 Nunavut
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Having Lawyer Write Company a Letter ≠ Grounds for OHS Reprisal Claim
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Direct Indemnity Clauses – Supreme Court Of Canada Grants Leave In Resolute FP Canada Inc. v. Her Majesty The Queen
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The OHS Insider 14th Annual Due Diligence Scorecard: Using Recent Cases to Assess Your OHS Program
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The Other Due Diligence: When Is ‘Mistake of Fact’ a Defence to an OHS Violation?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workers’ Comp Covers Salesman’s Brain Hemorrhage While Driving
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Being Sent Home with Pay ≠ Discipline for Work Refusal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Repetitive Computer Work ≠ Proof Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Is Work-Related
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
No ?Cognitive Testing’ for Safety-Sensitive Transit Operators
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape: Workers’ Comp Mental Stress Coverage Presumptions By Jurisdiction – Disorders Covered
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape: OHS Workers Comp Mental Stress Coverage – Acute v. Chronic
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lawscape: Workers’ Comp Mental Stress Coverage – Triggers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
No Workers’ Comp Replacement Benefits for Retired Workers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Officer’s “Upholding” of Work Refusal Is OK Even If Misstated
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workers’ Comp Doesn’t Cover Police Officer’s PTSD
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Québec
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Alberta
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in BC
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Manitoba
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in New Brunswick
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Newfoundland
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Northwest Territories & Nunavut
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Nova Scotia
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Ontario
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Director’s Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD and Mental Stress in Prince Edward Island
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Whistleblower’s Stress ≠ Kind of Danger Justifying a Work Refusal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Legal Briefing: Workers’ Comp Coverage of PTSD & Mental Stress
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Is This a Proper WHMIS Label?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
No Workers’ Comp for Stressed Out Medical Assistant
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Legalized Marijuana and the Workplace
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Court Slams Door on Fired OHS Officer’s ‘Vexatious Litigation’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Company Loses Bid to Appeal Denial of Workers’ Comp for Contract Worker
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Two OHS Appeal Decisions To Be Aware Of
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The 6 Things OHS Directors Need to Know About Cannabis Legalization
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Spot The Safety Violation: Does the Worker Have the Right PPE for This Job?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Compliance Trends: The Top 3 New OHS/Workers’ Comp Laws in Each Jurisdiction
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Discussing Worker’s Job Status ≠ Bullying & Harassment
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What’s the Right Fine for OHS Violation Causing Rollover Death?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workers’ Comp Nixes Medical Cannabis for Worker on Prescription Opioids
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Railway Fined $1.25 Million for Fatal Lac-Mégantic Train Explosion
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Refusal to Pay Injured Worker’s Travel Costs ≠ Disability Discrimination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Insider Month in Review – March 2018 Newfoundland & Labrador
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Random Testing Policy Violates Coal Miners’ Privacy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Mere Occurrence of Accident ≠ Proof of an OHS Violation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Risk of Missing Tool Being in Inmates? Possession Justifies Guards’ Work Refusal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Failure to Get Audiogram ≠ Grounds to Deny Workers? Comp for Hearing Loss
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Electrician Uses up ‘Last Chance’ by Committing Lockout Violation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Due Diligence Scorecard: Using a Decade of Due Diligence Litigation to Evaluate Your OHS Program
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Tire Shop Owner Used Due Diligence to Prevent ‘Bizarre’ Injury
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Powered Mobile Equipment Policy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Injured Flight Attendant Wins Her Workers’ Comp Appeal
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Business Case for Safety: Use Victim Accounts to Humanize Need for MSD Prevention
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
High Court: No Negligence Suits against WorkSafeBC for Workers’ Comp Denials
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (Qubec Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (Ontario Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (Nova Scotia Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (Federal Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (BC Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (Alberta Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supervisors’ Safety Roles and Responsibilities Language for OHS Policy Statement (General Version)
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ontario Alert: The Working At Heights Training Deadline Is Coming-Are You Ready?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Learn the Keys to the Success of ‘Zero Accident Vision’ Programs
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
IRSST Study Identifies Hazards for Workers in ‘Green’ Jobs
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: How Do You Prove a Location Is a ‘Contaminated Site’ under Environmental Law?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
New Study Says Managers May Compromise Safety Due to Earnings Expectations
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
May 3: Study Assesses Health Risks of ‘Green Jobs’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Direction Regarding Armoured Car ‘All Off’ Procedure Suspended
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
April 28, 2017 Is International Workers’ Memorial Day
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
How to Make Online Training Stick
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
DOS & DON’TS: Don’t Ignore Workers’ Health Complaints
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Increasing Participation and Completion Rates of Online Training
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Firefighter’s Lawsuit over Eye Injury Barred by Workers’ Comp Law
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Using Technology to Train Millennials
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Musicians Who Play Wind Instruments Warned of ‘Bagpipe Lung’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS Duties as to Temporary Workers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Integrating Online Tools and Training into Your Safety Program
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Due Diligence and Worker Training
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lions and Wolves and Bears-Oh My!
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Defendants May Challenge Environmental Order They’re Accused of Violating
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Mechanic Could Sue Employer for Injuries Under Workers’ Comp Exception
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Italian Court Sentences CEOs to Jail for Workers’ Deaths from Asbestos
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Cracked Wooden Ladder Should’ve Been Replaced, Not Repaired
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
June 29: Workers’ Comp Surplus to Be Distributed to Employers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Supreme Court Upholds Lab Workers’ Breast Cancer Claims
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Landowners’ Due Diligence Defence Rejected as to Environmental Violations
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Study Finds that Standing Desks May Improve Workers’ Productivity
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
June 7: System Developed to Measure Vibration Forces in Workers’ Hands
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Protecting Muslim Workers’ Safety During Ramadan
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: When Does Workers’ Comp Cover Skin Cancer?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Lack of Safety Incidents ≠ Due Diligence
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
April 28, 2016: International Workers’ Memorial Day
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Why You Should Encourage Workers to Disclose ‘Invisible Disabilities’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Project Manager Gets 3 ½ Years’ Jail for Ontario Scaffold Collapse Tragedy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The Metron Construction Tragedy: Lessons Learned
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
BC Appeals Court Upholds ‘Polluter Pays’ Principle & $4 Million Award
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
49% Say They’re Haven’t Gotten a Flu Shot & Don’t Plan to Get One
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Company Liable Because Comfort Letter ≠ Certificate of Compliance
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Heavy Equipment Operator Sentenced for Workers’ Comp Fraud
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The Insider’s 11th Annual Due Diligence Scorecard, Part 2: 12 Lessons from Recent Due Diligence Cases
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Employers Must Effectively Communicate to Workers about Wellness Programs
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What’s ‘Reasonable Doubt’ in an Environmental Prosecution?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
BRIEF SENIOR MANAGEMENT: What the ‘Precautionary Principle’ Is and How It Affects You
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Italian Criminal Court Convicts Managers for Workers’ Deaths from Asbestos
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Do You Know What to Do—and Not Do—When Dealing with Return-to-Work Issues?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Workers’ Exposure to Formaldehyde Gas Results in $50,000 Fine
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
New Charges in Lac-Mégantic Derailment Against Companies & Individuals
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Study Finds Walking over Lunch Can Improve Workers’ Overall Health
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Injuries Suffered in Assault at Work Camp Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What’s the Cost of Injury in Canada?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: When Does an Environmental Regulator Owe a Duty to a Private Citizen?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Big Worker’s Threatening Statement to Smaller Worker Was ‘Classic Bullying’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
CLIMATE CHANGE: How Climate Change Can Increase OHS Risks to Workers
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Injured Firefighter Entitled to Workers’ Comp Coverage of Medical Marijuana
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
BC Case Illustrates Difficulty in Proving ‘Innocent Acquisition’ Defence
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: Workers’ Comp & Employer Safety Records
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
10 Tips for Protecting Workers When They’re Alone
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
BRIEF SENIOR MANAGEMENT: Financial Incapacity ≠ Due Diligence
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
MAKING THE BUSINESS CASE FOR EHS: New Report Shows Value in Actively Managing Chemicals
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Mine’s Random Use of Drug Sniffing Dogs Violated Workers’ Privacy
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Oil Company Bound by Arbitrator’s Decision on Workers’ Termination
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Inquests and Fatality Inquiries: Managing the Process, Minimizing the Risk
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Management of Hazardous Materials in Construction & Demolition
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Tragic Example of Possible Consequences of ‘Presenteeism’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Employer 75% Liable for Workers’ Comp Costs of Injury Its Worker Caused
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Firefighter’s Heart Attack after False Alarm Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
LIABILITY: Are You at Increased Risk of Liability for ‘Climate Damages’?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
OHS VIOLATIONS: A Look at Sentencing Factors Applied in an Actual Case
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
CLIMATE CHANGE: New Report Criticizes Federal Environmental Efforts
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: Can Paramedics Base Work Refusal on Fear of Ebola?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
The Insider’s 10th Annual Due Diligence Scorecard, Part 2: 20 Lessons from Recent Due Diligence Cases
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE: How to Establish an Effective Threat Assessment Team
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
No Cause to Fire Worker for ‘Cardinal Violation’ in These Circumstances
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Oct. 16 Is Shake Out BC Day-Time to Think about Earthquake Preparedness
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
THE INSIDER’S 10th ANNUAL DUE DILIGENCE SCORECARD: A Look at the Due Diligence Defence in Recent Cases
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Axle Box Wasn’t a ‘Confined Space’ under Collective Agreement
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Why Management Shouldn’t Ignore Their Safety Professionals
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Learn How to Properly Assess and Analyze Workers’ Posture
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
What Do You Think the Odds Are that You’ll Become Disabled?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: Is Compliance with Environmental Law a Defence to Civil Liability?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
MANAGING YOUR OHS PROGRAM: Use Matrix of Key Leading Indicators to Improve Safety Performance
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Employer Fined $20,050 for Worker’s 27′ Fall
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Insufficient Rest Between Shifts Can Impact Workers’ Health, Says Study
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
ERGONOMICS: Take 4 Steps to Prevent MSIs in Office Spaces
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Final Report on Lac-Mégantic Train Derailment Blames Rail Company Safety Culture
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
TSB’s Final Report on Lac-Mégantic Derailment
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
DOS & DON’TS: [û] Do Follow Manufacturers’ Instructions for Equipment
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: Can You Videotape Workers to Prove Lies about Injury?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Fisheries Officer’s Burnout Not Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: Is Dust from a Parking Lot a Nuisance’?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
WINNERS & LOSERS: Is Dust from a Parking Lot a ‘Nuisance’?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Liability of Homeowners as ‘Employers’ under OHS & Workers’ Comp Laws
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Worker’s Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
HAZARDOUS WASTE: Answers to 7 Frequently Asked Questions
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Injury Caused by Violation of Safety Rule Still Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
High Winds Can Put Workers-and Others—at Risk
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Players’ Union Raises Heat Stress Concerns about World Cup Soccer Matches
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT: Answers to 12 Frequently Asked Questions about LOTO
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
LIABILITY: 5 Things to Know about Environmental Class Action Lawsuits
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
MANAGING YOUR OHS PROGRAM: IWH Study Shows Importance of an ‘OHS Champion’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY: Factors that Impact Workers’ Mental Health
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Safety Pros Agree that Suppression of Workers’ Comp Claims Is Very Common
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
BRIEF SENIOR MANAGEMENT: Failing to Pay Fines for Environmental Offences Can Come Back to Haunt You
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WELLNESS: Use a Food & Beverage Policy to Improve Workers’ Health
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Manitoba Study Confirms Suppression of Workers’ Comp Claims
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TRAPS TO AVOID: Providing False Information to Environmental Officials
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DOS & DON’TS: [û] Discipline Workers Who Violate Safety Rules
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Ontario’s Working at Heights Training Standard-The New Expectations for Workers Who Work at Heights
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SUSTAINABILITY: CEOs Identify 7 Keys to Sustainability & Success
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Safety Issues at Temporary Labour Camps
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DOS & DON’TS: Make Sure Workers Are ‘Competent’ to Do Designated Jobs
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Supervisor Sentenced to 45 Days’ Jail for Worker’s Fall from Roof
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April 9: Discipline for Safety Violations: Lessons for Employers from the Cases
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NEW LAWS: The 3 Steps to Get an Authorization under the New Fisheries Regulations
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TRAPS TO AVOID: Failing to Properly Supervise Contractors
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Are Ontario Workers Required to Follow CSA Standards of Fit Tests?
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Violent Worker Conduct Can Lead to Criminal Charges
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Employer Fined $75,000 for Failing to Notify MOL of Workers’ Illnesses
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WINNERS & LOSERS: The Importance of Who Actually Does the Remediation When Bankrupt Companies Face Environmental Orders
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Sexual Harassment Complaint Dismissed Because ‘Victim’ Participated in Conduct
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Stay Home from Work (If You’re Sick, that Is)
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DOS & DON’TS: Keep Workers’ Medical Information Privat
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Domestic Violence: Rights, Responsibilities & Response
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Workers’ Comp Law Bars Lawsuit for Damages Related to Workplace Abuse
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ECI’S 8TH ANNUAL DUE DILIGENCE SCORECARD: Recent Cases Involving the Due Diligence Defence
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SPILLS: Take 6 Steps to Create a Spill Prevention Plan
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The Insider’s 9th Annual Due Diligence Scorecard, Part 2: 16 Lessons from Recent Due Diligence Cases
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Take 10 Steps to Conduct an Energy Audit
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Does Train the Trainer Seminar Meet Compliance Requirements?
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Ontario Safety Awareness Training Requirements
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DOS & DON’TS: Don’t Rely on COR for Due Diligence Defence
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WINNERS & LOSERS: When Is Relying on an Official’s Advice a Defence to an Environmental Violation?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
THE INSIDER’S 9th ANNUAL DUE DILIGENCE SCORECARD: Recent Cases Involving the Due Diligence Defence
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
SPOT THE SAFETY VIOLATION: Jack up Vehicles Safely
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
MANAGING YOUR OHS PROGRAM: Answer 8 Questions to Measure Your Safety Culture
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Who Let the (Seeing Eye) Dogs out-or Rather in?
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Discipline for Safety Infractions & ‘Zero Tolerance’
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Leading Cause of Work-Related Deaths? Occupational Cancer
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SPOT THE SAFETY VIOLATION: Don’t Light up Here!
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OHS PROGRAM: 9 Elements of a Robust Safety Culture
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Oct 23 – Irving Pulp: What This Supreme Court Decision Means for Your Alcohol & Drug Testing Program
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TRAPS TO AVOID: Ignoring Advice of Environmental Consultants
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Workers’ Comp Law Bars Negligence Lawsuit in Death of Fishermen
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Injuries Caused by Seizure in the Workplace Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Derailment in Québec Illustrates Dangers of Transporting Hazardous Substances
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
TRAPS TO AVOID: Not Taking Harassment Complaints Seriously
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Ferry Captain Sentenced to Four Years’ Jail for Criminal Negligence
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
ALERT: Canada and US Agree to Cooperate on GHS Implementation
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS: Understanding the New ERAP Assessment Framework
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Worker’s Depression after Workplace Assault Covered by Workers’ Comp
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Under Bill 160 is Special Supervisor/Manager Training Required?
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DOS & DON’TS: Don’t Lock Workers Inside the Workplace
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ON Court: Even ‘Innocent’ Landowners Can Be Forced to Pay for Remediation
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Results of Survey on Canadians and Energy Efficiency
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Study Estimates Annual Cost of Injuries in Québec Mines to Be about $130 Million
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Don’t Let Your Outside Workers Get ‘Tick’-ed off this Summer
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EMERGENCY PLANNING: 8 Emergency Preparedness & Response Tips
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SPOT THE SAFETY VIOLATION: Improper Use of PPE Renders It Ineffective
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
SUSTAINABILITY: Include Environmental Management Plan in Commercial Leases
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OHS PROGRAM: Answers to 7 FAQs about Heat Stress
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BRIEF SENIOR MANAGEMENT: Yes, You Can Fire Long-Time Employees for Safety Infractions
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
US Safety Manager Gets 78 Months’ Jail for Fraudulent Injury Records
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
CLIMATE CHANGE: Ontario to Implement a GHG Reduction Program
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Clothing Companies Efforts after Factory Collapse-Too Little Too Late?
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY: Take 4 Steps to Protect Workers Around Overhead Power Lines
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WINNERS & LOSERS: Can You Collect GPS Information on Workers in Employer-Owned Vehicles?
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS: 5 Violations to Avoid
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Caffeine & Fatigue Management-A Good Combination?
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HAZARD PROFILE: Excavation and Trenching
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WHMIS Requirements
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Rejecting Unreasonable JHSC Recommendations
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CLIMATE CHANGE: Report Gives Canada a ‘C’ for Environmental Efforts
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WHMIS: 5 Key Facts about Requirements for Suppliers
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ALERT: Ontario Begins Consultations on Provincial OHS Strategy
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TRAPS TO AVOID: Automatic Termination for Workers Who Violate ‘Cardinal Rules’
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DOS & DON’TS [X]: Don’t Ignore Safety Alerts & Bulletins
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WINNERS & LOSERS: Does Workers’ Comp Cover Medical Marijuana?
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Workers Who Do Heavy Lifting Need a Break-Literally
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Failing to Address Safety Issue ID’d in Inspection Leads to Safety Charges
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Worker Injured Violating Safety Rule Still Covered by Workers’ Comp
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BRIEF SENIOR MANAGEMENT: Bullying & Harassment Cost Company $1.21 Million
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DOS & DON’TS: [û] Notify Workers of Changes to Enforcement of Safety Rules
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Workers’ Comp Covers Injury Suffered During Sex?
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Workers’ Comp Claim for Stress Due to Workplace Fatality Rejected
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ECI’s 7th Annual Due Diligence Scorecard, Part 2: What You Can Learn from Recent Due Diligence Cases
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Five Cases You Need To Be Aware Of
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THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE INSIDER’S 7th ANNUAL DUE DILIGENCE SCORECARD: Recent Cases on the Due Diligence Defence
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WINNERS & LOSERS: Can You Fire Worker for Driving a Company Vehicle Drunk?
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WORKER PROFILE: Immigrant Workers
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How to Successfully Integrate Sustainability into Your Operations
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The Insider’s 8th Annual Due Diligence Scorecard, Part 2: What You Can Learn
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New Management System to Improve Air Quality Across Canada
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Postal Worker’s Rejection of RTW Plan Costs Him Workers’ Comp Benefits
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Brief Senior Management: A Company’s “Safety Culture” Comes from the Top Down
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Safety Talk on Emergency Preparedness & Response
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What Safety Coordinators Make in Canada
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CLIMATE CHANGE: International Report Shows Increase in CO2 Emissions
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OIL & GAS: 12 Ways to Protect Workers from Silica at ‘Fracking’ Sites
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HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES: How to Comply with the Federal PCB Regulations
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WINNERS & LOSERS: Can Environmental Inspectors Use Search Warrants to Seize Evidence Relating to Due Diligence?
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‘Evolve To Succeed’ Part 3: Communicating the Safety and Health Message in the Due Diligence Phase
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Ontario Court Dismisses Remaining OHS Charges Against Fire Department
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Charter Rights: Do They Apply to OHS Inspections?
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Dos & Don’ts: Don’t Try to Hide Contamination
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Dos & Don’ts: Don’t Start Work Before Environmental Assessment Is Complete
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TRAPS TO AVOID: Not Putting Safety Procedures Learned on the Job in Writing
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‘Evolve To Succeed’: Communicating the Safety and Health Message in a Changing Work Environment, Part 2
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SUSTAINABILITY: How Sustainable Are Your Company’s Products?
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Protect Outdoor Workers from Insects
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6 Strategies for Improving Management of Compliance with EHS Regulations
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MOL Posters Required?
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Refillable Eye Wash Stations
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UPDATE: Changes to the Environmental Emergency (E2) Regulations
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PPE: How to Choose Appropriate Respiratory Protection for Workers
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Study: Air Emissions Near ‘Fracking’ Sites May Be Hazardous
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Organizational Excellence Framework and Health & Safety
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TRAPS TO AVOID: Workers Not Following Environmental Procedures
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Safe Work Practices for Commercial Fishing in BC
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Hazard Alert: Crane Controls on Crane Truck
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Debunking the Myth that Recessions Reduce Workplace Incidents
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HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES: How to Identify ‘Green’ Alternatives to Hazardous Chemicals
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Alert: BC to Cover Mental Stress Claims, Including Stress from Bullying & Harassment
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TRAINING: How Effective Is Your Young Worker Training Program?
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Update on Workers’ Comp Reform in Ontario
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As Westray 20th Anniversary Approaches, Where Are We with C-45?
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Looking for Mr. Magic Bullet: Safety Culture or Behaviour-Based Safety?
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Brief Your CEO: Why Formal EHS Programs Are Necessary for Due Diligence
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Must You Report a Workplace Death from Natural Causes?
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4 Tips for Making Safety Training More Engaging
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Ergonomics Compliance Centre
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Workplace Harrassment
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Safety Talk: Winter Hazards
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When Is a CEO Liable for a Company’s Environmental Offence?
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Two Companies Fined for Machine Guarding Violations
Two companies were fined for unrelated machine guarding violations: One [...]
Piercing Corporate Veil Wasn’t Necessary to Name Directors in Environmental Order
The more directly involved in company operations officers and directors are, the more likely they could face personal liability for environmental violations.
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New Study Examines Ties Between Acute Sleep Deprivation and Risk of Crashes GalleryNew Study Examines Ties Between Acute Sleep Deprivation and Risk of Crashes
Buildings, Equipment And Vehicles, Drugs & Alcohol, Due Diligence, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental, Fatigue, Hazard Assessment, Health & Safety, Health & Wellness, Inspection & Incident Reporting, OHS Leadership, OHS Program, Safety Management, TOPIC, Transportation/ Traffic/ Driving
New Study Examines Ties Between Acute Sleep Deprivation and Risk of Crashes
There's a significantly elevated crash risk for drivers who usually sleep for less than 5 hours, who slept for less than 7 hours in the past 24 hours and who slept for 1 or more hours less than usual.
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Protect Your Pets from These 10 Holiday Hazards GalleryProtect Your Pets from These 10 Holiday Hazards
Buildings, Equipment And Vehicles, Drugs & Alcohol, Electrical, Emergency Preparedness, Fire & Explosives Safety, Hazard Assessment, Health & Wellness, Hearing Conservation, OHS Program, PPE, TOPIC
Protect Your Pets from These 10 Holiday Hazards
Assuming safety professionals are concerned about safety in general, here's a look at safety hazards that can endanger pets this time of year.
Continual Failure to Improve Performance Justified Worker’s Firing
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Administrative Penalties for OHS Violations Can Be Imposed on Worksite Owners
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Another Study Finds Links Between Fracking and Earthquakes in Canada
Another study has confirmed links between activities related to fracking and earthquakes in part of Alberta. Here's what the researchers found.