- Nova Scotians Honour Workers and Families on Day of Mourning April 29, 2021
Each year on April 28, Nova Scotians honour lives lost and those who were injured or suffered illness due to their work, as part of the National Day of Mourning.
Continue reading → - WCB PEI: Commemorating workers injured or killed on the job April 29, 2021
Wednesday, April 28th is the National Day of Mourning, a day set aside to honour the memory of workers who have been injured or killed on the job. On this day, and throughout the year, Islanders are encouraged to remember those we have lost and those affected by workplace tragedy, by raising awareness of workplace safety.
Continue reading →- WorkplaceNL remembers workers who lost their lives or were injured during National Day of Mourning April 29, 2021
Every year, on the National Day of Mourning, WorkplaceNL joins all Canadians in remembering those who lost their lives or were injured due to their work.
Continue reading →- WCB Distributes $71 Million in Surplus Funds to Manitoba Employers April 22, 2021
For the third year in a row, the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) is distributing surplus funds to employers, whose premiums fund the workers compensation system. By continuing to invest in injury prevention and return to work programs, the WCB is pleased to once again provide financial relief to employers after a challenging year for all Manitobans.
Continue reading →- Saskatchewan’s workplace Total injury rate decreases in 2020 April 21, 2021
Total injury rate decreases by 10 per cent and Time Loss injury rate decreases by four per cent
- 2020 Total injury rate was 4.46 per 100 workers
- 2020 Time Loss (Time Loss + Fatality) injury rate was 1.78 per 100 workers
- 41 rate codes (84 per cent of rate codes with an injury rate) had a lower Total injury rate in 2020 than in 2019
- 90 per cent of Saskatchewan employers achieved zero injuries
- WorkSafeBC: New videos focus on propane safety for food trucks and other mobile kitchens April 20, 2021
Three new videos provide tips on identifying and controlling hazards that lead to potentially catastrophic incidents and injuries.
When propane leaks from fuel tanks or kitchen equipment, it can build up and ignite, resulting in fire and explosion. These videos offer owner-operators and workers hands-on tips for mitigating these risks.
Food Trucks and Propane Safety video series
Hazards on the Move shows the steps you can take to make sure your propane tanks are safe before and after travelling to a new location.
Warning Signs outlines the warning signs that a propane system may be leaking, and what to do if you suspect you have a leak.
Soap Test demonstrates how to perform a soap test to make sure your propane system isn’t leaking.
Find more information and resources at worksafebc.com/propanesafety.
Source: WorkSafeBC
Continue reading →- WCB PEI: Amendments to PEI’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and Fall Protection Regulations April 20, 2021
The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) has introduced changes to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act General Regulations and Fall Protection Regulations.
Continue reading →- Safety is a Language We Can All Speak – SAFE Work Manitoba campaign April 15, 2021
Not all Manitobans speak the same language. That’s why SAFE Work Manitoba’s current social marketing campaign, Safety is a language we can ALL speak, underlines the need for all workers –
Continue reading →- WorkSafe Saskatchewan launches online psychological resource centre for Saskatchewan employers and workers April 14, 2021
Centre provides employers and workers with resources to help develop psychologically healthy and safe workplaces.
Continue reading →- WorkSafeNB: News Release – Notice to employers April 14, 2021
As a result of recent increases in COVID-19 cases in the province and growing concern over variant strains, WorkSafeNB is reminding employers of their obligations to follow Public Health measures to minimize exposure to COVID-19.
Continue reading → - WorkplaceNL remembers workers who lost their lives or were injured during National Day of Mourning April 29, 2021