IRSST Study Links Obesity to Increased Risk of Suffering MSIs
A new study from the IRSST shows that obese workers who handle materials are at greater risk of suffering back injuries than those of a healthy weight.
Lawsuit Filed Against Employer in Armoured Car Shootings GalleryLawsuit Filed Against Employer in Armoured Car Shootings
Alberta, Back Safety, Buildings, Equipment And Vehicles, Ergonomics, Health & Wellness, Hot Work / Welding, Inspection & Incident Reporting, JURISDICTION, Machine Safety, OHS Leadership, OHS Program, TOPIC, Training, Workplace Violence
Lawsuit Filed Against Employer in Armoured Car Shootings
An armed guard killed 3 co-workers and seriously injured a third. The families of two victims just sued the employer for failing to prevent the tragedy.
Worker’s Death Results in $119,000 Fine
A worker died after being pinned between drill collars situated
$60,000 Fine Imposed after Worker Suffers Burns
A worker cleaning an extruder machine disconnected the delivery and
Metal Company Convicted in Fatality and Fined $160,000
A metal company worker was cutting bands that held a
Trenching Violation Results in $4,000 Fine
During an inspection at a worksite, an Occupational Health Officer
HAZARDOUS WASTE: Answers to 7 Frequently Asked Questions GalleryHAZARDOUS WASTE: Answers to 7 Frequently Asked Questions
Alberta, Buildings, Equipment And Vehicles, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental, Federal, Fire & Explosives Safety, First Aid, Health & Safety, Health & Wellness, Inspection & Incident Reporting, JURISDICTION, OHS Leadership, OHS Program, PPE, Safety Management, TOPIC, Training, Transportation/ Traffic/ Driving, WHMIS
HAZARDOUS WASTE: Answers to 7 Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to seven frequently asked questions (FAQs) about compliance with hazardous waste requirements.
Survey Shows Importance of Supervisors in Worker Engagement
Worker engagement is crucial to a strong safety culture and effective OHS program. A key factor in their engagement is their relationships with supervisors.
Ladder Safety Is an Issue in Many Workplaces GalleryLadder Safety Is an Issue in Many Workplaces
Back Safety, Buildings, Equipment And Vehicles, Electrical, Emergency Preparedness, Ergonomics, Fall Protection, Health & Wellness, Inspection & Incident Reporting, JURISDICTION, OHS Program, Ontario, PPE, TOPIC
Ladder Safety Is an Issue in Many Workplaces
Ladders are common workplace equipment and, if used improperly, can cause serious injuries and even deaths. So take steps to ensure ladder safety in your workplace.
New Online Hazard Identification Training Tool from OSHA GalleryNew Online Hazard Identification Training Tool from OSHA
Buildings, Equipment And Vehicles, Emergency Preparedness, Fall Protection, Inspection & Incident Reporting, Joint Health & Safety Committee, OHS Leadership, OHS Program, PPE, TOPIC, Training
New Online Hazard Identification Training Tool from OSHA
OSHA just released a useful interactive training tool on how to identify and assess hazards in the workplace. Canadian safety pros should check it out.
Two Companies Penalized $150,000 for Release of Drilling Material into River
Environment Canada enforcement officers inspected a drill rig located near
Manufacturer Fined $50,000 after Crane Knocks Worker off Ladder
A worker was cleaning and painting support beams at a
Dust Explosion at Refinery Costs Mining Company $150,000
A sulphur dust explosion and fire at a refinery injured
Worker Fatality Results in $20,000 Fine
A worker sustained fatal injuries as a result of a