Poll Results: Unionized Workplaces Aren’t Any Safer
If unions are so focused on protecting workers and vocal about workplace safety, why aren?t unionized workplaces models of safety?
Serious Safety Infractions Justified Firing of Dying Worker
An aircraft fueler was fired and filed an unjust dismissal
Employer Fined $275,000 for Calgary Stampede Party Fatality
A worker was fatally injured when he was struck on
Sand & Gravel Company Fined $110,000 for Worker’s Fatal Crushing Injuries
A crew of workers was preparing to dismantle a stacker
Employer Can Unilaterally Impose Terms of Reference on JHSC
A college imposed terms of reference on its JHSC. The
Company & Company Owner Fined for Fall Protection & Others Violations
As a result of observations by OHS officers at separate
Supervisor and Worker Each Fined $980 for Safety Violations
An OHS Officer saw workers at a worksite operating a
Does Train the Trainer Seminar Meet Compliance Requirements?
In Alberta is a company in compliance under AB OH&S in regards to Fall Arrest training if they have a designated person take a Train the Trainer seminar for the training purposes of the workers in the field?
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Take 10 Steps to Conduct an Energy Audit
To improve the energy efficiency of your company?s operations, you first need to know how much energy it uses and where. So you should conduct an energy audit.
Worker Who Tries to Keep Co-Worker Safe Gets Assaulted Instead GalleryWorker Who Tries to Keep Co-Worker Safe Gets Assaulted Instead
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Worker Who Tries to Keep Co-Worker Safe Gets Assaulted Instead
A worker who warned a co-worker about safety got beaten up for his trouble--and the co-worker got sent to jail. As they say, no good deed goes unpunished.
WINNERS & LOSERS: What’s Appropriate Discipline for a Worker Caught Drunk Driving While off Duty? GalleryWINNERS & LOSERS: What’s Appropriate Discipline for a Worker Caught Drunk Driving While off Duty?
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WINNERS & LOSERS: What’s Appropriate Discipline for a Worker Caught Drunk Driving While off Duty?
Here are two cases that illustrate how arbitrators balance various factors in determining appropriate discipline for a worker?s impaired driving while off duty.
Guarding Violation Results in Broken Arm & $115,000 Fine
At a plant that manufactures and processes edible oil products,
Momentary Lapse in Judgment as to Lockout Procedure Didn’t Warrant Firing
At a nylon manufacturing facility, when a bobbin is full,
PPE Violations Cost Company $1,040
As a result of an inspection by an Occupational Health