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COVID-19 has changed everything. It’s changed the way we educate, the way we work, the way we shop, and even the way we interact. With so many drastic changes resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak, it’s clear that safety leadership must change as well to ensure that your organization continues to meet objectives. What is Safety […]

A month ago, physical distancing probably wasn’t part of your vernacular. Now it’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue. Why? Because physical distancing is the key to fighting the spread of COVID-19. All citizens, not just employers must maintain a physical distance from all others. Learn more about the government’s recommendations for physical distancing. What […]

Close your eyes. Imagine an employer’s worst nightmare: there’s been a workplace accident. A long-time worker, one who’s like family, has been seriously injured. Are you prepared to deal with the aftermath? It can be easy to let emotions take over and guide the actions one may take in the immediate aftermath of a tragedy. […]

Is your workplace doing enough to control the biological hazards associated with COVID-19 and influenza in order to mitigate the risks to your customers, workers, and bottom line? Conducting a job hazard analysis (JHA) is the most effective way to assess the severity of the risk posed by a potential virus outbreak in order to […]

Monthly workplace inspections are required under Section 8(6) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (the Act) and completing workplace inspections is one of the primary functions of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC). Workplace Inspection Best Practices Workplace inspections must be completed monthly (unless an entire inspection is impractical, according to Section 8(7) of the Act. Inspections must also be […]