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April 8: Solar eclipseOn, April 8, 2024, a solar eclipse will be visible throughout Eastern Canada, including parts of Southern Ontario. While the eclipse will be temporary and short, it is important that anyone working outdoors during this time be aware of the risks and take precautions to minimize the risk of injury. Working outdoors during a solar eclipse | Protect yourself and your workers during a solar eclipse |
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Ontario passes fourth Working for Workers ActChanges will improve cancer coverage for firefighters and strengthen wage protection for restaurant, hospitality and service workers. Learn more |
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OEA: Upcoming webinars for employersThe Office of the Employer Advisor (OEA) is hosting a series of free webinars on various WSIB topics:
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WSIAT: Access to Justice symposium presentations now availableThe Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT) held its second Access to Justice symposium on October 23, 2023. Speakers from across Canada presented on topics related to access to justice issues. Presentations from the symposium are now online in both English and French. Watch the presentations |
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IHSA: Training data, the Fleet Safety Council, and new podcastsNew at the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA):
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IWH: Call for new board members, registration for ECHO tele-mentoring program, past webinar recordingsNew at the Institute for Work & Health (IWH):
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Minerva: Nominations are open for the Canada’s Safest Employers AwardsThe Canada’s Safest Employers Awards will be held this year on October 19, 2024. This annual awards program recognizes outstanding health and safety professionals and companies for their achievements, leadership and innovation over the past 12 months. Within this program, the Minerva Award for Rising Star of the Year recognizes leaders of the future with a demonstrated commitment to the integration of health and safety. You can nominate someone for this award until April 19, 2024. Learn more |
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OCRC: Radon in the WorkplaceA recent study by the Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) tested radon levels in workplaces across 10 Ontario cities. The majority of participating workplaces had low radon levels but almost all cities had at least one workplace that tested above guidelines. All buildings can be susceptible to radon buildup, and the only way to know if radon is a problem is to test. Learn about the study and radon testing |
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OHCOW: Dangers of silica and Spring into ACTion
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WSN: Mining conference speakers, silviculture risk management, Battery Electric Vehicle Safety in Mines Symposium, new mining hazard alertsNew at Workplace Safety North (WSN):
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WSPS: Blog for parents, videos for small businesses, designated substance assessments, mental health in agriculture, contractor managementNew at Workplace Safety & Prevention Service (WSPS):
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Court bulletinsView bulletins on recent court decisions that resulted in fines and other penalties under Ontario’s workplace laws. Read more |
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