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Our blog discussing workplace safety opportunities in Nova Scotia and around the world.

Cindy Porter

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Set the tone for safety

On May 3, 2021 in General by Cindy Porter

Leaders set the tone in any organization, especially when it comes to workplace safety.

Tagged With: safety and health week, workplace safety

Trucking safety during COVID-19

On April 2, 2020 in General by Cindy Porter

The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on the important role trucking and transportation play in our daily lives. What truckers and employers need to know.

Tagged With: coronavirus, covid-19, workplace safety, pandemic, trucking safety

Working safely during the Coronavirus pandemic

On March 31, 2020 in General by Cindy Porter

Adjusting to the new realities brought on by the coronavirus pandemic has meant big changes for just about every workplace in Nova Scotia. We can help.

Tagged With: coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic, workplace safety

Dumping Day 2019 starts with a focus on safety

On November 26, 2019 in General by Cindy Porter

Dumping Day in southwestern Nova Scotia, got underway today. It was delayed by a day for safety reasons due to poor weather conditions.

Tagged With: dumping day, fishing safety, lobster season, workplace safety

Five tips to prevent injuries when moving materials at work

On November 7, 2019 in General by Cindy Porter

Here are five tips to help keep you and your colleagues safe when performing manual tasks at work.

Tagged With: MSIs, musculoskeletal injuries, slips; trips and falls, sprains and strains

Psychologically Healthy Workplaces - Lyne Brun, Emera

On September 20, 2018 in General by Cindy Porter

Workplaces that strive to be healthy are being challenged to look beyond traditional wellness programs that focus solely on physical wellness.

Tagged With: mental health, psycholoically healthy workplaces, workplace safety

Using candy to reduce slips, trips and falls?

On March 6, 2018 in General by Cindy Porter

Check out this fun way to reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls.

Tagged With: injury prevention, slips trips falls, workplace safety

OH&S Twitter Chat

On May 27, 2015 in General by Cindy Porter

Workplace Safety Twitter chat with OHS Director Scott Nauss #talksafety

Tagged With: live chat, occupational health and safety, talksafety, workplace safety

WCB’s Paula Arab receives Q.C. distinction

On December 12, 2014 in General by Cindy Porter

Great news about one of the WCB's esteemed Legal Counsel

Tagged With: legal profession, Queen's Counsel, WCB

Op-Ed: Signs of Sea Change in Fisheries Safety

On August 18, 2014 in General by Cindy Porter

This op-ed by Stuart MacLean appeared on page E2 of the Aug. 16, 2014 edition of The Chronicle Herald.

Tagged With: culture change, fishing safety, Safe at Sea Alliance, safety culture, workplace safety