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Spring ahead, with caution
On March 10, 2023 in
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Cindy Porter
Tips on how to work safely following Daylight Saving Time.
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February 28 is Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day
On February 27, 2023 in
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Nicole Halloran
Learn about the risk factors, signs and symptoms and how to prevent Nova Scotia’s most common type of workplace injury.
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Crew of the 'Miss Ally' remembered on 10-year anniversary
On February 17, 2023 in
General
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Nicole Halloran
On February 17, 2013, five fishermen from Shelburne County were lost to the sea when the ‘Miss Ally’ capsized. The loss of Captain Katlin Nickerson, Joel Hopkins, Cole Nickerson, Tyson Townsend and Billy Jack Hatfield continues to be felt to this day.
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Working safely in retail during the holidays
On December 21, 2022 in
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Jolene Titus
While many workplaces slow down around the December holidays, things for workers in the retail sector are as busy as they’ll get all year.
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Supporting young worker injury prevention
On August 26, 2022 in
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Cindy Porter
When it comes to workplace injury, young workers are not immune to the potential dangers of their workplace. Last year alone, 3,131 young workers were injured on the job and 599 of them lost time from work because of their injuries - compared to 519 in 2020 and 592 in 2019. Early education surrounding safety and injury prevention can help keep young workers safe now and for many more years to come.
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Sun Safety – Keeping workers safe this summer - June 2022
On June 21, 2022 in
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Cindy Porter
Summer is too short to miss due to a heat-related illness that could have been easily avoided. Let’s all do our part to celebrate the summer heat, safely.
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Psychologically healthy and safe workplaces –webinar with Marc DesRoches - May 2022
On May 18, 2022 in
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Cindy Porter
WCB was proud to present a free webinar on May 5, 2022, on psychologically healthy and safe workplaces hosted by WCB Workplace Consultant Marc DesRoches.
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Making and keeping safety a priority for Nova Scotia’s young workers - May 2022
On May 16, 2022 in
General
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Cindy Porter
As university and high school comes to an end, the summer job season for young workers begins.
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Use the Risk Mapping Tool to help prevent injuries in your workplace - May 2022
On May 16, 2022 in
General
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Cindy Porter
The benefits of a healthy workplace are felt by all. Productivity increases when employees feel supported and safe. Healthy workplaces are welcoming. Heath workplaces are safe. Healthy workplaces are supportive. Healthy workplaces are good for everyone.
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Top 5 Best Practice Tips for Successful Return to Work - May 2022
On May 16, 2022 in
General
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Cindy Porter
As claims become more complex, with more factors impacting time off due to injury and return to work than ever before, the importance of creating healthy workplaces, both physically and psychologically safe places to work, is increasing.
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