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Increasing access to naloxone trainingThe Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development is increasing access to naloxone training through an open call for applications from potential training providers. Starting January 31, 2023, organizations can apply for funding to deliver naloxone training as part of Ontario’s Workplace Naloxone Program. Learn more |
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Melanoma risks among Ontario workersThe Occupational Disease Surveillance System (ODSS) monitors trends in work-related disease among Ontario workers. New findings from the ODSS show that certain groups of Ontario workers, including those in construction trades, agriculture and protective services, may have an increased risk of melanoma. Learn more about the occupational risk factors |
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New posters: Prevent spreading respiratory viruses at workOntario’s health and safety associations have created a new series of posters that encourage workers to properly wear a mask to protect themselves, their coworkers and their clients from COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses. They are free to download and post in any workplace. Get your copy of the poster, and other safety resources, from the association that services your sector: |
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Get connected to health care 24/7At work or at home, Health811 is a free, secure and confidential service Ontarians can access 24 hours a day, seven days a week to receive health advice from a registered nurse by calling 811 (TTY: 1-866-797-0007), chatting online or navigating to Ontario.ca/Health811. Learn more |
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Virtual appointments for health card renewalsServiceOntario has expanded its online renewal services with a new virtual appointment service to renew photo (green) health cards without needing to visit a ServiceOntario centre. Virtual appointments are available if you already have a permanent photograph and signature exemption or are 80 years of age and over when your health card expires. Learn more |
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CRE-MSD: MSD prevention and ultrawide computer displays for office workComputer displays purchased for office workers continue to increase in size, with ultrawide displays becoming increasingly common. Despite this, research on appropriate setup and use of these displays in the office has not kept pace with purchasing trends. This webinar from the Centre of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders (CRE-MSD) will present the results of studies related to the benefits and challenges of using these displays and the impact on MSD prevention. Information will be provided from both the user perspective and from the perspective of the ergonomist who is setting up a workstation with MSD prevention in mind. Register now |
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CROSH: New webinars from CROSHConThank you to everyone who attended CROSHCon 2023: Resetting the Dial on Workplace Climate. Webinars from this year’s online conference are available now. Highlights include talks on air quality, work-life balance, food and stress, healthcare sector shortages, mining safety, police officer mental health, heat illness in firefighters and more. Watch a webinar |
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IHSA: Avoid electrical contacts on demolition sitesIn the demolition industry, electrical hazards are especially common when workers think that an electrical service has been disconnected, but it in fact remains energized or “live.” Due to the nature of the work, there is potential for this type of hazard to exist on most demolition projects. Learn more |
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OHCOW: RSI Days webinarsJoin Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) on February 21 and 28 for discussions with experts on identifying and preventing repetitive strain injuries. Topics include indoor environment quality, ergonomics and sleep, women's experience with personal protective equipment and OHCOW's Physical Demand Description (PDD) Handbook. Register now |
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WSN: Most popular health and safety information, mental health resources update, Excellence program registration deadlineNew at Workplace Safety North (WSN):
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WSPS: Naloxone requirements, winter hazards, occupational cancer, working from homeNew 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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