Accommodating Mental Illness at Work
Those suffering from mental illness deserve the right to be productive, income-earning employees.
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ONLY TO SAVE A DIME
Linking health and safety to an economic perspective is essential to an employer’s decision-making process.
7 WORKPLACE SAFETY TIPS FOR EMPLOYEES
... employees should do their best to understand and implement workplace safety best practices
PREPARING FOR A MINISTRY OF LABOUR, TRAINING & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT INSPECTION
The good news - there are a few easy things you can do to better prepare your entire company for a surprise visit from an inspector.
CHANGING EVIDENCE FOR USE OF MASKS DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
Can Employers Mandate Masks?
MANY WORKERS FEEL UNSAFE ABOUT GOING BACK TO WORK
Some employees may still be anxious. How should you respond?
Guide to Safety When Working at Height
Falling from heights is one of the biggest causes of workplace injuries and deaths. According to Canadian Civil Engineering Magazine, in 2018 33.5% of all deaths in construction were due to falls. Due to the severity of accidents involving heights, it is important to work safely when working at heights.
The Right to Refuse Unsafe Work During the COVID - 19 Pandemic
While the right to refuse unsafe work is always a possibility, that is all the more reason for employers to keep their workplaces safe to ensure such refusals are ultimately short-lived.
Beware of Frigid Temperatures!
Finding the right Work Wear for cold temperatures can be challenging. International Sew Right custom designs safety clothing to meet your specific needs
Are Accidents Here To Stay?
Do we really want to get rid of the word “accident?” While there is a definition of accident on its website, the National Safety Council is trying to get rid of the word from its materials “because workplace incidents are preventable,” according to Kathy Lane of the National Safety Council.