OHS Insider Newsletter – October 2022
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Arbitrator Finds Three-Dose Mandatory Vaccination Requirement Reasonable In Long-Term Care Homes
In Regional Municipality of York v Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 905 (Long Term Care Unit), Arbitrator Stephen Raymond found that a mandatory vaccination policy (Policy) which required long-term care […]
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Federal Government Launches New Greenhouse Gas Offset Credits System
Companies can earn credits toward compliance with GHG emissions reduction targets. After years of preparation, the federal government finally launched the Canadian Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System Regulations on June 8, […]
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AEDs In The Workplace Special Report
An AED is an electronic device that can monitor whether a person’s heart has stopped beating and deliver an electric shock to get it restarted. The beauty of the AED […]
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When Is a Worker Guilty of an OHS Violation?
Workers have not only OHS rights but also OHS duties. Under the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) theory on which Canadian OHS laws are based, all persons that have a stake in […]
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4 Critical Questions to Ask When Transporting Dangerous Goods
Various regulatory bodies and different jurisdictions makes it challenging to remain in compliance while transporting dangerous goods. It's been said that no matter what you do for work, the most dangerous […]
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5 Myths About What Defines a Confined Space
Identifying a confined space sounds simple, but there is no single, simple definition of what constitutes a confined space. Confined space safety can be complicated. There are a lot of variables and […]
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7 Supply Chain Risks You Need to Anticipate and Manage
Thoroughly vetting vendors isn't just a necessary precaution - it's a way to minimize your chances of being affected by supply chain disruptions. Your vendors and suppliers aren't simply companies you […]
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How Truck Drivers Can Stay Safe on the Long Haul
Driving a truck can be a long haul - both literally and figuratively. The demands of the industry mean that American truckers work an average of 60 hours per week […]
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A Primer on Engineering Controls
As a concept, engineering controls are relatively simple. They are the preferred methods of hazard control that function by separating worker from hazard. Seems simple enough, right? Just the same, it creates some confusion […]
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New OHS Work Refusal Reassignment Laws Take Effect in BC
Responding to work refusals in BC just got trickier. While the right to refuse dangerous work is an essential safety protection, it can also be highly disruptive. Responding to a work […]
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Reassigning Work Subject to an OHS Work Refusal – Know The Laws of Your Province
Most jurisdictions require a written response within 30 days of receiving a JHSC recommendation. Workers’ rights to refuse dangerous work would be meaningless if employers could just simply reassign refused work […]
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Work Refusal Notification Form
You’re not allowed to assign somebody to perform work that’s currently subject to another worker’s work refusal unless and until you notify the worker to whom you propose to assign […]
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Preventing Back Injuries with Ergonomics – At Home & At Work
Date: Oct 5, 2022 Time: 9:00AM-10:30AM (PST) Speaker: Rachel Mitchell, R.Kin., CCPE, Manager Ergonomics Services ERGO Inc. Low back pain is a common issue that most people experience at some point in their lives, with an increased […]
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Workplace Electronic Monitoring Policy
Electronic monitoring includes all forms of employee monitoring that is done electronically during working hours. Examples include tracking employee movements through access cards and GPS devices on delivery vehicles, and […]
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OHS Insider Newsletter – September 2022
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Rigging for Turn Arounds & Shut Downs
Date: September 28, 2022 Time: 9:00AM-10:30AM (PT) Speaker: Tony Ragusa, Cranemasters On plant shutdowns, it is common for riggers to move loads in areas where there is restrictive movement and space. It is in situations like these […]
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Keeping Virtual Workers Safe & Healthy with Ergonomics
Many organizations have welcomed employees back to the office while incorporating a hybrid working model so that employees can work virtually from home a couple of days per week. Employers […]
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ISO 9001 – Lessons from the Trenches
Date: September 7, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM-10:30 AM PDT Speaker: Daniel Clark, Clark Health and Safety Ltd. Webinar Details Themes – ISO 9001 is so widely implemented that, by design, it applies to any kind of organization. This […]
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AEDs in the Workplace – Compliance Game Plan
Workplace AED programs are highly recommended everywhere and will soon be mandatory in Ontario. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the second leading cause of death in Canada, taking more lives than […]
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Avoiding Liability for “Greenwashing” in Product Advertising
Simply slapping a “green” label on your product can lead to massive fines and prison sentences. As consumers become more environmentally aware and inclined to buy “green,” companies have stepped up […]
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Ergonomics Risk Reduction Strategies In Healthcare
Working in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare environments can place high physical demands on workers. This work often requires manual handling, forceful exertions, and awkward postures, typically over […]
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AEDs Re-Stocking Form
It’s important to replace AED equipment immediately after each use so that the device is ready for effective use without delay. Here’s a form you can adapt to ensure effective […]
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AEDs Post-Incident Cleaning Protocol
It’s important to clean the AED and replace the pads and other equipment immediately after each use so that the device is ready for effective use without delay. Here’s a […]
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AEDs Incident Report Form
Record of AED Use & First Aid Rendered Here’s a form, which comes from the Canadian Red Cross, that you should complete any time you use your AED in a first […]
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AEDs in the Workplace – Know the Laws of Your Province
Ontario has passed mandatory workplace AEDs legislation but it hasn’t yet taken effect. In addition to their life savings potential, Automated External Defribrillators (AEDs) are fairly inexpensive, easy to use and […]
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AEDs in Workplace Policy
Sudden cardiac arrest is the second leading cause of death in Canada. While not required by laws (although that could change soon in Ontario), implementing a workplace automated external defibrillator […]
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Enforcement Trends – Special Report
Educate your supervisors on how being too lenient hurts the company. Workers who disobey safety rules are a danger to others and to themselves and must be disciplined. But disciplining […]
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Climate Change And Working Conditions: Could Your Employer Be Responsible For Providing You An Air Conditioner?
980CKNW The Jas Johal Show Geoff Mason is a guest on 980CKNW's The Jas Johal Show discussing how climate change is impacting the workplace and whether employers are legally contracted to provide their employees […]
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