WorkSafeNB: Change to Head Protection Standards Coming

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Recent legislative amendments have led to the adoption of nationally harmonized safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at WorkSafeNB. Notably, this includes an update to head protection requirements.
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WorkSafeNB: Focus on Safety – Student video competition returns

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WorkSafeNB is pleased to announce its annual Focus on Safety video competition for youth is bacDid you know that young people are three to four times more likely to face job-related injuries in their first six months of employment compared to the average Canadian worker? Inexperience,
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WorkSafeNB: It’s time to report your annual payroll (Form 100)

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It’s time to report your annual payroll (Form 100). The filing deadline is Feb. 29, 2024. Quickly and easily Fast File your Form 100 using your Employer Code and the unique Access Pin on the Form 100 – Employer Payroll Report (2023-2024) you recently received from WorkSafeNB in the ma
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Amendments to the First Aid Regulation under the OHS Act

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New Brunswick’s First Aid Regulation was recently amended to help harmonize with national standards for workplace first aid training.
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Holiday payment schedule 2023-24

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Benefit Payment (BenPay) Services is committed to ensuring workers receive payments quickly and efficiently. During the holiday season, WorkSafeNB will process loss of earning payments in advance. If you are a worker who receives loss of earning benefits, please see the holiday paymen
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WorkSafeNB launches new hub for Joint Health and Safety Committees

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WorkSafeNB is pleased to share a new online resource for joint health safety committees (JHSCs). JHSCs are a vital tool in creating and maintaining positive, injury-free workplaces in our province. Whether a new committee member, an employer starting a committee, or an experienced mem
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WorkSafeNB announces sale of Workers’ Rehabilitation Centre

WorkSafeNB has sold the Workers’ Rehabilitation Centre (WRC) on Westfield Road, in Saint John to the Government of New Brunswick. A portion of the savings from operational costs will be allocated towards enhancing efforts to prevent workplace accidents in New Brunswick.
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Build safety into your home renovations

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Are you planning to have your roof redone? Noticing your driveway could use a resealing? Or are you building or renovating your dream home? No matter which exciting home improvement project you are embarking on, your responsibilities as the property owner extend beyond choosing paint
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Have your say! Engage with WorkSafeNB’s policy development process

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WorkSafeNB continuously reviews and updates our policies to ensure they are relevant.
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New supervisor assessment tool for employers

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WorkSafeNB is pleased to announce the launch of a practical tool designed to assist employers throughout our province in ensuring the knowledge and competency of their supervisors.
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