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| February 23, 2010: Ontario community events for RSI Awareness Day 2010. Specially priced WHSC ergonomics training still available too! |
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Eleven years ago a small yet determined group of injured workers, suffering the debilitating effects of RSI or musculoskeletal disorders (MSD), began a movement to raise awareness of these injuries, their causes and the need for both solutions and fair compensation. Since then many others have joined their cause as workers around the world will attend events to mark the day. MORE  |
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| February 10, 2010: WHSC 2010 Post Secondary Scholarship Opportunities |
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Applicants for the 10th annual WHSC post secondary scholarship initiative are being asked “What are the most effective ways to prevent work-related injuries, illness and death among new workers?” Their response, in words or vision, may secure them one of eight $1,000 scholarships. MORE  |
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| February 9, 2010: Still time to participate in RSI Day 2010. Register today for scheduled WHSC ergonomics training. |
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It's not too late to register for specially priced WHSC ergonomics training programs. These training programs are one of the many events scheduled to mark the 11th annual International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day on February 28. MORE  |
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| January 29, 2010: WSIB injury, illness and fatality statistics - year to date November 30, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The information provided in the table below is the most current available from the WSIB. MORE  |
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| January 29, 2010: Lack of policy and procedures and worker death leads to $350,000 fine |
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Lafarge Canada Inc. has been fined $350,000 for a violation of the Occupational Health & Safety Act (the Act). The incident took place on August 27, 2008 and resulted in a worker being killed. MORE  |
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| January 29, 2010: WHSC's revised winter/spring schedule now online Register today for training |
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Do you think your workplace is safe? Many do. But is that because of proactive efforts to meet or exceed government regulations or is it simply the fortunate absence of tragedy? MORE  |
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| January 29, 2010: Deadline for public input on Certification training standards fast approaching |
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Your input is being sought to help strengthen Ontario’s health and safety Certification training standards. But don’t delay. Written submissions responding to the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board’s (WSIB) consultation paper will be accepted until Friday, February 5, 2010. MORE  |
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| January 28, 2010: Eastern Ontario labour councils announce dates for spring 2010 health/safety/workers comp educational |
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The labour councils of Eastern Ontario invite workers and their representatives to attend their annual spring health & safety/workers compensation educational. MORE  |
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| January 28, 2010: Mohawk College offers range of health, safety and compensation programs |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) Level 2 Committees training is one of many labour studies courses offered at Hamilton’s Mohawk College over the winter and spring 2010 sessions. MORE  |
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| January 13, 2010: February 28 is International RSI Awareness Day - WHSC offers specially priced ergonomics training across Ontario |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) encourages you to join thousands of health and safety advocates around the world this February 28 to mark the 11th anniversary of International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day. MORE  |
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| January 7, 2010: MOL announces OEL updates and consolidation of designated substance regs |
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Ontario recently introduced new occupational exposure limits (OELs) for polyvinyl chloride and butenes along with 34 updates to existing OELs. MORE  |
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| January 6, 2010: Durham College announces 2010 health & safety training schedule |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) Level 1 Occupational Health & Safety training is one of many courses being offered at Durham College over the winter and spring 2010 sessions. Each of these WHSC courses is part of Durham College's health & safety labour studies certificate program. MORE  |
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| December 18, 2009: Ontario toxics reduction regulation finalized |
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As of January 1, 2010, many Ontario workplaces will be required to track, report and develop plans to reduce the toxic substances they use, create and release. MORE  |
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| December 17, 2009: WSIB injury, illness and fatality statistics - year to date October 31, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| December 16, 2009: Unguarded machinery leads to injury and MOL fine |
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A Rockland, Ontario-based manufacture of polystyrene
foam products has been fined $55,000 for a violation of the Occupational
Health & Safety Act (the Act). Two company directors were also fined
$5,000 each. The incident took place on July 21, 2007 and resulted in severe
injuries to a worker's fingers. MORE  |
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| December 15, 2009: Certification training under review. WSIB invites input on standards. |
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The Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) has
recently released their much-anticipated public consultation paper on
Certification training standards and guidelines. All interested parties are
invited to comment. Written submissions will be accepted until Friday,
February 5, 2010. MORE  |
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| December 11, 2009: Violence Bill receives Royal Assent after labour secures amendments |
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Ontario's labour movement won late stage
amendments to a bill that if properly enforced will begin to protect workers
against workplace violence and harassment. MORE  |
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| November 25, 2009: Register now for 2010 WHSC training - winter/spring schedule available online |
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Thirty years after Ontario's Occupational Health
& Safety Act became law many workplaces are still not safe, much less
healthy. Workers and their representatives are demanding
better. MORE  |
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| November 24, 2009: Six received Black Eagle Awards at this year's Chavez Dinner |
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More than 300 activists turned out to celebrate the
10th Annual Cesar Chavez Black Eagle Awards Dinner held in
Toronto earlier this month. MORE  |
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| November 23, 2009: WHSC awards 2009 post secondary student scholarships |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) is
pleased to announce the successful candidates for the 2009 WHSC Post Secondary
Student Scholarships. MORE  |
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| November 12, 2009: First Human Health Study Raises Doubts on Safety of Nanoparticles |
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A new study published recently in the European
Respiratory Journal claims to be the first to link exposure to nanoparticles
with ill health in humans. MORE  |
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| November 3, 2009: Register Now for Upcoming WHSC Certification Renewal 2009 Training |
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Certified members of joint health and safety
committees have significant rights and responsibilities under Ontario's
Occupational Health & Safety Act. By law they must complete
Certification training to help them fulfill these many legal duties. To maintain
this knowledge and skill level certified members are encouraged to attend a
Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) 2009 Certification Renewal
session. MORE  |
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| October 28, 2009: Fall from Height Leads to MOL Fine |
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A Goderich-based window and door manufacturer has
been fined $65,000 for a violation of the Occupational Health & Safety
Act (the Act). The incident took place in September, 2008 and resulted in a
worker falling and suffering wrist and head injuries. MORE  |
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| October 28, 2009: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics - Year to Date August 31, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| October 28, 2009: MOL Inspection Blitz Targets Slips, Trips and Falls |
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Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) inspectors will
blitz workplaces this November to identify hazards responsible for slips, trips
and falls. MORE  |
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| October 23, 2009: Toronto and York Region Labour Community to Host Weekend Educational |
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The labour community in Toronto and York Region
invites workers, worker representatives and others to register for their
upcoming fall weekend educational. MORE  |
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| October 20, 2009: Workplace Violence Bill Passes Second Reading at Queen's Park: Supporters Seek Improvements at Committee Stage |
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Government Bill 168 which recognizes workplace
violence and harassment as hazards in need of a legally enforceable prevention
standard passed second reading in Ontario's Legislature. The bill which amends
Ontario's Occupational Health & Safety Act has been referred to the
Legislature's Standing Committee on Social Policy for further
debate. MORE  |
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| October 2, 2009: Toronto Green Jobs Conference Hosted by Community-Labour Coalition |
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An upcoming fall conference challenges organizations,
workplace and community leaders to develop strategies and campaigns to create
healthy, sustainable jobs and communities. MORE  |
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| September 29, 2009: MOE Holding Consultations on Draft Toxics Reduction Regulation |
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Calling all activists! It's not too late to have your
voices heard. MORE  |
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| September 29, 2009: WHSC's At the Source Fall 2009 - Now Available online |
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There ought to be a law... The newest edition of the
Workers Health and Safety Centre's publication, At the Source, explores
this adage,at least when it comes to addressing two important groups of
workplace hazards. MORE  |
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| September 25, 2009: Time to Register for Eastern Ontario Fall Health, Safety and Workers Comp School |
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Workers and others are invited to participate in an
upcoming health, safety and workers compensation educational sponsored by the
labour councils of Eastern Ontario. MORE  |
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| September 25, 2009: Lack of Training Leads to Worker Injury and MOL Fine |
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A Brampton-based company operating a warehousing and
distribution facility has been fined $75,000 for violating the Occupational
Health & Safety Act (the Act). The March 2008 incident resulted
in a young worker suffering foot and ankle injuries. MORE  |
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| September 25, 2009: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics - Year to Date July 31, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| September 24, 2009: Register Now For Fall WHSC Training -- Current Schedule Available online |
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Does your workplace have an effective health and
safety program? MORE  |
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| September 8, 2009: Region of Peel Labour Community Offers WHSC Training |
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The labour community in the Region of Peel invites
workers, worker representatives and others to register for occupational health
and safety training opportunities this October. MORE  |
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| September 1, 2009: MOL Inspection Blitz to Target Chemical Hazards and Related Training |
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Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) inspectors will
blitz workplaces this September focusing on chemical hazards and whether or not
workers have received adequate training. MORE  |
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| September 1, 2009: Input Sought on Proposed OEL Updates |
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Ontario's Ministry of Labour (MOL) is seeking
stakeholder input on their proposal to adopt new or revised occupational
exposure limits (OELs) or listings for 17 hazardous
substances. MORE  |
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| September 1, 2009: Occupational Asthma-Targeting the Chemical Culprits |
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More than 330 substances are known or suspected to
cause or exacerbate asthma, according to a recent report from the Massachusetts
Toxic Use Reduction Institute (TURI). The report highlighted the fact "Much
of the evidence (for identifying these substances) comes from workers exposed in
the workplace." MORE  |
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| July 30, 2009: Lack of Precautions and Inadequate Supervision Leads to Worker Death and MOL Fines |
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Brampton-based kitchen manufacturer has been fined
$75,000 for a violation of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
(the Act) that resulted in a worker death. Two supervisors from a
temporary help agency were also fined $10,000 for their involvement in the same
incident in August, 2006. MORE  |
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| July 24, 2009: WHSC Training Supports Windsor Summer Jobs for Youth Program |
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Two hundred and sixty Windsor teenagers recently
participated in a full day of health and safety training prior to starting their
summer jobs - more than most Canadian workers receive over the course of their
first year on the job. MORE  |
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| July 19, 2009: Summer workforce includes vulnerable new workers WHSC has resources to help |
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Every summer employers hire thousands of new workers,
particularly in seasonal industries. This influx of new staff, many of them
young, can be challenging. Studies tell us new workers are much more likely to
suffer a work-related injury during their first month on the job. This, combined
with a lack of training and work experience, can dramatically increase the risk
of injury. MORE  |
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| July 10, 2009: OHCOW Windsor to Host Annual Golf Fundraiser |
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The Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario
Workers - Windsor Clinic invites you and your organization to participate
in the 3rd Annual OHCOW and Friends Golf Tournament scheduled for
Friday, September 18. MORE  |
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| July 8, 2009: MOE Launches Development of New Toxics Reduction Regulations |
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The Ministry of Environment (MOE) is another step
closer to creating a greener, healthier Ontario. In a special stakeholders
information session held in Toronto on July 2, 2009 Ministry representatives
revealed a timetable for the consultation and development of the new Toxics
Reduction Regulations. Slated for completion in the fall of 2009, these
regulations could have a positive impact on the lives of workers across the
province. MORE  |
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| June 30, 2009: 2008 WHSC Annual Report now available online |
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Amid economic and social upheaval last year, the
WHSC's investment in worker health and safety reaped tremendous rewards with
overall training numbers holding steady and participants in Basic Certification and Certification Part II training
increasing significantly. To learn more about these and other achievements read
the 2008 WHSC Annual Report which is now available
online. MORE  |
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| June 23, 2009: CCOHS improves access to online health & safety resources |
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The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health &
Safety (CCOHS) has updated their CanOSH website helping to provide
convenient access to health and safety legislation and other
resources. MORE  |
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| June 23, 2009: Is your workplace ready for the heat? WHSC has heat stress prevention resources |
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After the long, cold winter we all welcome the warm,
sunny weather. For certain workers however hot, humid temperatures can increase
the risk of heat-related health problems. MORE  |
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| June 18, 2009: Update - Swine flu pandemic declared, pandemic plans essential |
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has now declared
the H1N1 virus (Swine flu) a global influenza pandemic. But are workplaces
ready, in other words, do they have a proper pandemic plan in place? Many
workers and their representatives are still asking this
question. MORE  |
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| June 6, 2009: New WHMIS Program Helps Workplaces Toward Safety and Compliance |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre has unveiled a
new training program to help workers and other workplace parties translate WHMIS
theory into workplace practice. MORE  |
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| June 6, 2009: WHSC Training Offered Through Durham College - Fall 2009 Training Schedule |
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Durham College is offering a range of Workers Health
& Safety Centre (WHSC) training courses this fall as part of its health and
safety labour studies certificate program. MORE  |
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| June 5, 2009: New Survey Further Confirms Workplace Stress Epidemic |
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Three in 10 Canadian workers are employed in
psychologically unhealthy and unsafe workplaces, according to a recently
published Ipsos Reid survey. MORE  |
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| June 5, 2009: Lack of Worker Training Factor in Worker Death |
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A Mississauga-based company has been fined $90,000 in
a case where a worker was killed after being exposed to a previously identified
hazard. MORE  |
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| June 3, 2009: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics - Year to Date April 30, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| April 30, 2009: WHSC creates new resources for student awareness |
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Educating and engaging students was once again a
focus for the Workers Health & Safety Centre and members of their
constituency throughout the month of April. MORE  |
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| April 24, 2009: Worker Crushed, Employer Pleads Guilty |
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A Toronto, Ontario-based garbage hauling company was
fined $85,000 by the Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) for violating the
Occupational Health and Safety Act (the Act) that resulted in the death
of a worker. MORE  |
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| April 23, 2009: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics - Year to Date February 28, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| April 23, 2009: WHSC Updates Patient Lifting Hazard Bulletin |
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A recently updated Workers Health & Safety Centre
(WHSC) hazard bulletin introduces workplace parties to ideas and resources they
can use to develop ergonomic changes necessary for safer patient
lifting. MORE  |
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| April 22, 2009: New Ontario Violence Legislation Passes First Reading |
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A persistent lobbying campaign by labour and other
occupational health and safety advocates has finally convinced the Ontario
government to table legislation to protect most workers from violence and
harassment. MORE  |
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| April 9, 2009: Proposed Law Seeks to Reduce Harmful Chemicals in Ontario Workplaces |
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Ontario is set to become the first jurisdiction in
Canada to require certain employers to develop a plan to reduce the use and
production of hazardous chemicals in the workplace. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2009: New Research Centre Focuses on Occupational Cancer in Ontario |
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Canada's first research centre dedicated solely to
the identification and ultimately elimination of worker exposure to
cancer-causing substances has opened in Toronto. MORE  |
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| April 7, 2009: More Workplaces Now Covered By Needle Safety Regulation |
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On April 1, 2009 the mandatory use of
safety-engineered needles was extended to long-term home care facilities,
designated psychiatric facilities, laboratories and specimen collection centres.
MORE  |
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| April 3, 2009: Compensation for Night Work/Breast Cancer Link |
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Thirty-seven Danish women will be compensated for
breast cancer linked to their night shift work, according to the Danish National
Board of Industrial Injuries. MORE  |
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| March 31, 2009: Failing to Establish Joint Health & Safety Committee Proves Costly |
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The operators of the Tim Horton's chain -The TDL
Group Corporation were fined $70,000 by the Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) for
violating the Occupational Health and Safety
Act. MORE  |
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| March 30, 2009: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics - Year to Date January 31, 2009 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided is the most current available from the WSIB.
MORE  |
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| March 27, 2009: Canadian Cancer Prevention Organization Launches New Web Site |
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Prevent Cancer Now (PCN) has unveiled a new web site
with extensive resources aimed at achieving their original, but vital goal -the
elimination of preventable causes of cancer. MORE  |
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| March 24, 2009: MOL Blitz Targets Musculoskeletal Disorders and Related Training |
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Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) health and safety
inspectors will blitz workplaces during the month of April to identify hazards
which can contribute to musculoskeletal disorders
(MSD). MORE  |
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| March 11, 2009: WHSC Spring Schedule Includes Certification Renewal 2009 Training |
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Spring is always a great time to re-evaluate goals.
If you're a certified health and safety representative your ultimate goal is the
prevention of work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths. This spring the
Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) is offering the ideal one-day program
to help you review and take stock of your current workplace health and safety
program. MORE  |
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| March 10, 2009: Ontario Pesticide Ban Takes Effect on Earth Day 2009 |
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The Cosmetic Pesticides Ban Act, passed on
June 18, 2008, will come into force on April 22, 2009 - Earth Day. This law
amends the Pesticides Act allowing a ban on the sale and use of
pesticides to maintain the appearance of lawns and gardens in
Ontario. MORE  |
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| March 6, 2009: Canada First to Require Nanomaterials Reporting |
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Canada is set to publish a notice making us the first
country in the world to require companies to report their use of nanomaterials.
The requirement will include information on the quantity, usage and toxicity of
nanomaterials as well as any procedures, policies and technological solutions
currently in place to protect environmental and human
health. MORE  |
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| March 2, 2009: WHSC Set to Launch Updated Basic Certification Training Program |
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Building upon success, the Workers Health &
Safety Centre is set to release its revised Basic Certification training
program this March. MORE  |
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| February 26, 2009: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics - Year to Date December 31, 2008 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| February 26, 2009: Company Fined for Lack of Guardrails and Failure to Train |
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A Brantford, Ontario company has been fined $60,000
for violating the Occupational Health & Safety Act (the Act)
and the Regulations for Industrial Establishments. The violations
resulted in a worker suffering serious leg injuries. Two supervisors were also
fined $5000 each in this case. MORE  |
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| February 20, 2009: Hormone Disruptors- Playing Havoc with Women's Reproductive Health |
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A recently published report on women's reproductive
health states we cannot assume there are "safe" levels of exposure to hormone
disruptors. MORE  |
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| February 11, 2009: UFCW Launches Campaign to Legislate Alberta Farm Workers Health and Safety |
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"End the Harvest of Death" says the United
Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) and Lorna Chandler. Both are calling on the
government of Alberta to implement recommendations handed down at the inquiry
into the death of farm worker Kevan Chandler. MORE  |
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| January 30, 2009: Worker falls to death from scissor lift, MOL fines employer $250,000 |
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Multinational automotive and industrial parts
manufacturer, Martinrea International Inc., was fined $250,000 by the Ontario
Ministry of Labour (MOL) for failing to inform and train one of its workers in
the safe operation of a scissor lift. MORE  |
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| January 29, 2009: Voluntary Reporting on Nanotechnology Falls Short, U.S. EPA Finds |
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In an interim report, the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) has found its voluntary reporting program on
nanomaterials has failed to gather key environmental and health and safety data
they need to properly assess the safety of
nanotechnology. MORE  |
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| January 27, 2009: Public Wants Harmful Chemicals Eliminated |
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Nine in 10 Ontarians feel it's "very important" to
substitute toxic chemicals with less harmful chemicals whenever possible. So
found a poll sponsored by the Canadian Cancer Society published in December,
2008. MORE  |
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| January 26, 2009: Durham College Releases 2009 Health & Safety Training Schedule |
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Durham College is offering a range of Workers Health
& Safety Centre (WHSC) programs this winter and spring as part of its health
& safety labour studies certificate program. MORE  |
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| January 20, 2009: Precaution Needed for Compact Fluorescent Lights |
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Some compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) can emit
ultraviolet radiation (UVR) above current recognized guideline levels, according
to research carried out by Britain s Health Protection Agency
(HPA). MORE  |
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| January 7, 2009: Canadian Researchers Call for Nano Prevention Efforts |
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Quebec researchers, like others here in Canada and
abroad, are calling for strict prevention procedures as the only way to ensure
the safe use of nanoparticles. MORE  |
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| December 22, 2008: Worker Killed--Employer(s) Plead Guilty to Charges Related to Lack of Training |
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A tool and die company operating an automotive
stamping plant was recently fined $120,000 after pleading guilty to violating
the Occupational Health & Safety Act (the Act). This violation
resulted in the death of a worker. A temporary employment agency that supplied
the worker also pleaded guilty and was fined $40,000. MORE  |
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| December 19, 2008: WHSC 2008 Student Scholarships Awarded |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) is
pleased to announce the successful candidates for the 2008 WHSC Student
Scholarships. Scholarship candidates were asked to write an essay or design a
poster explaining how employers can better ensure the safety of their young or
new workforce. MORE  |
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| December 18, 2008: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| December 9, 2008: New WHSC Resource Helps Inform Those Working To Address Poor Indoor Air |
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A new hazard bulletin published by the Workers Health
& Safety Centre discusses why indoor air can damage the health of workers
and what can be done to improve indoor air quality
(IAQ). MORE  |
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| December 5, 2008: Great Lakes Region NGO Seeking to Promote Green Chemistry |
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The Great Lakes Green Chemistry Network (GLGCN) is
seeking to expand awareness and build a network 'to promote the adoption of
green chemistry principles across the region.' MORE  |
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| December 5, 2008: Ministry of the Environment Pursues Producer Take-Back Law |
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Ontario's Ministry of the Environment (MOE) is
considering extended producer responsibility (EPR) as the framework on which to
broaden its existing waste diversion program. If it's successful it could not
only reduce the burden on municipal landfills but could result in the safer
manufacture of products, good news for both workers and consumers
alike. MORE  |
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| December 5, 2008: OFL Campaign Focuses on Women in the Fight for Violence-Free Workplaces |
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"Ontario's working women should not have to choose
between their safety and their job." MORE  |
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| July 4, 2008: Retail Supermarket Fined for Lack of Machine Guarding |
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A grocery retailer operating a store in Chatham-Kent
has been fined $75,000 for a violation of the Regulations for Industrial
Establishments resulting in a worker suffering a hand
injury. MORE  |
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| July 4, 2008: Ontario Announces Ban on Sale and Use of Pesticides |
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Ontario has become only the second province to ban
the sale and cosmetic use of pesticides, joining
Quebec. MORE  |
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| July 4, 2008: Ontario Government Announces New Enforcement Strategy |
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Leading indicators of occupational injuries, and not
just injuries themselves, will play a role in Ontario's new health and safety
enforcement strategy. MORE  |
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| July 4, 2008: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-lost-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| July 4, 2008: Study Shows Postal Workers Get No Respect - IWH Hosts Plenary on McMaster University Workplace Incivility Study |
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Postal workers in Canada feel they get little or no
respect in the workplace. In a recent study by researchers at McMaster
University, postal workers reported increased rates of burnout, anxiety,
depression and hostility which they attributed to "rudeness" and "incivility" by
supervisors, co-workers and members of the public. MORE  |
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| June 17, 2008: New Violence Regulations for Federal Workplaces |
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Federally-regulated employers are now legally
obligated to take steps to prevent and protect against violence in the
workplace. MORE  |
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| June 6, 2008: New Book Helps Refocus the "War on Cancer" |
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Dr. Devra Davis knows a secret, or at least,
unfortunately, a secret to many. MORE  |
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| June 6, 2008: New from the WHSC - Ergonomic Toolbox Training |
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Want to know more about the Musculoskeletal Disorders
(MSD) Prevention Toolbox recently published by the Occupational Health and
Safety Council of Ontario (OHSCO)? MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: Unique Fundraising for Cancer Prevention |
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Are you interested in raising money for the sole
purpose of cancer prevention? If so, you need to visit The 2008 Cancer
Prevention Challenge web site. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: First Westray Bill Conviction Lacks Punch |
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A Canadian company has, for the first time, been
fined for criminal negligence in a worker death pursuant to Bill C-45 amendments
to the Criminal Code. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: New from the WHSC - Ontario's First Re-Certification Training |
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The Workers Health & Safety Centre has developed
Ontario's first re-certification training program for certified representatives
on workplace joint health and safety committees. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: Ontario Nurses Negotiate Precautionary Principle Protection |
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The Ontario Nurses Association (ONA) has negotiated
contract language relating to the adoption of the precautionary principle to
improve workplace safety as recommended by the late Justice Archie Campbell in
the final report of the SARS Commission. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: Online Resource Links Diseases and Toxic Chemicals |
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A new online resource developed by the European-based
Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL) shares information about the links
between diseases and exposure to specific chemicals. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: School Board Fined for Failure to Comply with Minister Order |
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The Greater Essex District School Board has been
fined $40,000 for failing to comply with a Ontario Minister of Labour (MOL)
order to provide adequate time for joint health and safety committee members to
inspect schools. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-lost-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| April 8, 2008: Violence Common in Canadian Long Term Care Facilities |
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Violence against workers in Canadian long term care
facilities is a common occurrence, according to a recently released
study. MORE  |
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| March 6, 2008: Stressed Out Workers |
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More than 20 per cent of European workers believe
their health is at risk because of work-related stress, according to a recent
report from the European Union's Agency for Safety and Health at Work (the
Agency). MORE  |
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| March 6, 2008: Worker Suffers Paralysis - Employer Pleads Guilty |
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An Alberta-based company that specializes in cooling
tower construction and repair was recently fined $150,000 for a series of
violations of Ontario health and safety law. These violations resulted in
paralysis to a young worker. MORE  |
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| March 6, 2008: Investing in Prevention Pays Financial Dividends |
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When a worker is injured, develops a disease or is
killed as a result of work, they along with their families pay the dearest price
in human terms. But beyond this burden of pain and suffering are considerable
financial implications for workers, their families and
employers. MORE  |
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| March 6, 2008: US Newspaper Exposes Epidemic of Pain in the Poultry Sector |
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United States government statistics show injury rates
for poultry workers have declined over the past ten years. Workers from this
sector tell a different story. MORE  |
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| March 6, 2008: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| March 6, 2008: WHSC Updates Workplace Violence Training Program and Hazard Bulletin |
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More than 2,100 lost time claims for assault,
harassment and violent acts were allowed by Ontario's Workplace Safety and
Insurance Board (WSIB) in 2005. This represents an increase of 40 per cent over
the previous 10 years. Even this growth is likely just the tip of the iceberg as
many incidents are never reported to compensation
boards. MORE  |
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| February 4, 2008: WSIB Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics -- Year to Date November 30, 2007 |
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Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
provides monthly statistical updates for lost-time, no-loss-time and fatality
compensation claims through its Monthly Monitor publication. The
information provided in the table below is the most current available from the
WSIB. MORE  |
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| January 31, 2008: Confined Space Death Leads to MOL Charges |
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A commercial chicken processing company based in
Bradford, Ontario was recently fined $150,000 for failing to provide instruction
on confined space entry protocols and procedures. This violation of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act (the Act) resulted in the death
of a worker in a confined space. MORE  |
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| January 31, 2008: Private Members Bill Calls for Violence Regulation |
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Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Hamilton
Centre, Andrea Horwath, recently introduced a private member's bill that would
legally require employers to take proactive steps to protect workers from
harassment and violence. MORE  |
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| January 29, 2008: OHSCO Releases MSD Prevention Toolboxes |
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The Occupational Health and Safety Council of Ontario
(OHSCO) has approved a new series of tools aimed at reducing the single largest
source of worker compensation claims in Ontario. MORE  |
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