United Steelworkers Union Calls for Answers on Deadly Kelowna Crane Collapse
The United Steelworkers union (USW) is adding its support to calls for answers into the tragic crane collapse that killed five people in Kelowna, B.C., in July 2021. Kelowna RCMP and […]
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New OHS Regulations Require Free Menstruation Products at Federally Regulated Workplaces
OHS laws require employers to provide workers clean, sanitary and suitably supplied toilets and washing facilities. Nobody needs to explain why these rules exist. However, what may need explaining is […]
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Effective Actions to Prevent Mental Health Risks at Work – Special Report
Past studies have documented that employees who suffer from mental health problems are more apt to be absent and less productive even when they do show up (this phenomenon is […]
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Creating a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Building a Safety-First Workplace Part 1
DATE: May 31, 2023 TIME: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT SPEAKER: Shiron Vick, Evolution Safety In the two-part webinar titled "Creating a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Building a Safety-First Workplace," several […]
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Standard PPE May Leave Women Workers at Risk of Injury
As an OHS coordinator, you no doubt feel a responsibility to look after each and every one of your workers. Unfortunately, the safety equipment and PPE that you select may […]
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Blasting Incident Report Form
Most jurisdictions require employers to report blasting incidents to OHS authorities within a specific deadline after the incident occurs. The first thing you need to do is investigate the incident […]
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Blasting Safety Log
Most jurisdictions require blasters to create and sign and employers to retain a log recording key information about each blast performed. Nova Scotia has the most extensive blasting log requirements. […]
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Maintaining Blasting Logs – Know the Laws of Your Province
British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Nova Scotia have the strictest blasting log rules. Blasting operations involving the use of explosives are among the most hazardous activities undertaken at worksites. Not […]
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Animals in the Workplace Health & Safety Policy
While generally not advisable as a matter of health, safety and sanitation, companies may choose to allow workers to keep pets in the workplace to improve recruitment, retention, morale and […]
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Jun 7 – Top 3 Mistakes When Selecting an Ergonomic Sit-Stand Desk
Date: June 7, 2023 Time: 9:00-10:30AM Pacific Speaker: Farzana Ismail Register Here. OHS Insider member code: OHSIVIP23 Do you have a sit stand desk that is collecting dust? Do your employees only “sit” at […]
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Jun 14 – Creating a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Building a Safety-First Workplace Part 2
DATE: June 14, 2023 TIME: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT SPEAKER: Shiron Vick, Evolution Safety Register Here. Members code OHSIVIP23 to sign up for free. In the two-part webinar titled "Creating a Culture […]
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What’s Your Company Doing for the International Day of Mourning?
On April 28, Canada and many countries around the world will celebrate an official Day of Mourning to commemorate those workers who suffered work-related injuries, illnesses and fatalities. It’s also a […]
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Worker Use of Company Vehicle Policy
If you rely on or allow your workers to drive company vehicles, you should implement a policy setting out the ground rules to ensure safe and proper use and manage […]
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Must Federally Regulated Companies Obtain Provincially Required Permits?
Provincial environmental law covers federal operations unless it would impair an essential part of those operations. In Canada, the federal government and provinces share legal authority to regulate the environment. As […]
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Ontario, Canada Publishes Regulations Aimed at Increasing Participation of Women in Construction Workforce
On March 29, 2023, the province published Regulation 61/23 amending Regulation 213/91: Construction Projects under the Occupational Health & Safety Act (Regulation). The amendments will come into force on July 1, 2023. On March 15, 2023, Ontario […]
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Energized Electrical Work Permit
Before allowing workers to work on or near energized electrical equipment, steps should be taken to verify that all of the required safety measures are in place. One way to […]
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Electrical Work Safety Policy
Work performed on energized electrical equipment is extremely hazardous and subject to strict regulations under not just OHS regulations but also other laws and standards, including the Canadian Electrical Code […]
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