New Audit of Alberta’s OHS System Finds Some Improvements But Also Flaws
A new audit of Alberta's OHS system has found some improvements since a 2010 report but also some continuing flaws. Here's an overview of the audit report.
Pipeline Project’s Approval Killed for Failing to Adequately Consult First Nations
A federal court quashed the federal approval of the proposed
July 7: Explosion and Fire at Recycling Plant Injures Worker
An explosion and fire at a recycling plant in Burnaby
Workers? Comp Must Cover Worker’s Medical Marijuana for Chronic Pain
A worker hurt his back at work. He tried to
Slip-and-Fall on Ice Results in $60,000 Fine for Steel Company
A steel mill worker was walking along a designated walkway
Company Fined $100,000 for the Death of a Temporary Worker
A company had a temporary worker helping unload a truck
June 20: IRSST Releases Report on Job Rotation and MSDs
A large aerospace company that wanted to develop versatility among
Roofing Contractor Fined $3,500 for PPE Violations
The government conducted a complaint-based inspection in which workers were
Canada Finalizes Mandatory National Air Pollutant Emissions Regulations
Here's a look at the new Multi-Sector Air Pollutants Regulations, which establish mandatory national emissions standards for major industrial facilities.
Nail Salons Are Full of Health and Safety Hazards
Nail salons may not seem dangerous, but their workers may be at risk for occupational diseases such as skin disease, MSIs and cancer.
Student’s Workers? Comp Claim for Heat Stroke Upheld
A 16-year-old student filed a workers' comp claim for heat
June 28: Site Promotes Awareness of Young Worker Safety
Workplace Safety and Prevention Services launched a new awareness campaign'Bring
Late Change in OHS Prosecution Strategy Results in Exclusion of Evidence
The Crown charged a company with three OHS violations related
June 30: Abandoned Cargo Ship May Pose Spill Risk
An abandoned cargo ship on Lac Saint Louis could cause