Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
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New health and safety portal supports businesses
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has launched a new online portal to help small businesses across Canada meet their health and
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International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day set for February 29
As International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day approaches, CCOHS is asking workplaces to be mindful of one of the leading causes of workplace injuries.
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Guide advises on climate change impacts in the workplace
New guidance is available to help workplaces prepare for the potential challenges and impacts climate change can have on employees.
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Falls remain the most serious construction injury
Along with slips and trips, falls are some of the most common causes of workplace injuries and fatalities in the construction industry.
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Preventing occupational disease when working with chemicals
When chemicals are used, stored, or generated in the workplace, there are unique hazards.
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How to ensure safe work in a confined space
Knowing how to mitigate the risks involved in working in a confined space is vital.
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New CCOHS app offers COVID-19 resources for workers
The Safe Work app hosts over 120 COVID-19 resources, including tip sheets, infographics, videos, and other guidance.
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New CCOHS tool kit helps workplaces customize COVID-19 health and safety
The CCOHS tool kit helps workplaces operate safely and prevent the spread of infection.
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Occupational health and safety advocates invited to apply for scholarship
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is now accepting applications for the 2020 Dick Martin Scholarship Award. The CCOHS Council of Governors established
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CCOHS’ Anne Tennier receives Francophone medal
Health and safety leader receives Francophone honour – Ordre de la Pléiade.
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Online tool helps workplaces address stress and mental injury
A new online survey tool assists workplaces in identifying and addressing psychosocial hazards.
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New e-course targets musculoskeletal disorders
Musculoskeletal disorders often result from common physical and psychosocial demands in the workplace.
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New tools to handle infectious disease outbreaks
The Flu and Infectious Disease Outbreaks site provides information, tips and resources to help keep workplaces operational and people healthy.
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Precarious work takes toll on hotel housekeepers
A hotel housekeeper in Canada is estimated to assume 8,000 different body postures every shift. Repetitive motion injuries are common.
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E-course helps manage asbestos in the workplace
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety launched an e-course to help recognize, assess and manage asbestos-related risks in the workplace.
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Case clears air for more worker safety training
A recent court decision to fine a property maintenance company for not protecting employees reveals health and worker safety training is still lacking.
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How to protect workers from heat-related illness
With summer in full swing, employers must be wary of protecting workers from heat-related illnesses.
