Canadian Occupational Safety

The OHS Law Masterclass 2024 is set for November 19! Gain insights into enhancing OHS compliance, strengthening Internal Responsibility Systems, and managing rising penalties for directors and officers. Be equipped with the knowledge and strategies needed to foster a proactive safety culture and navigate legal risks effectively. Register now to secure a spot! Speakers: Adrian Miedema Partner Dentons Canada LLP Luiza Vikhnovich Lawyer Sherrard Kuzz LLP Carissa Tanzola Partner Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP Tony Paisana Partner Peck and Company Justine Abtosway Senior Associate Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) Dr. Dr. Georgia Pomaki, CDMP Director, Mental Health Best Practices; Canadian Disability and Group Life Manulife Tala Khoury Partner Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP John Illingworth Partner Mathews Dinsdale & Clark LLP Madeleine Loewenberg Lawyer, Workplace Investigator and Mediator Loewenberg Psarris Workplace Law LLP Cristina Wendel Partner Dentons Canada LLP #OHSLawMasterclass #OHS #SafetyLaw #Compliance #WorkplaceSafety

3M Canada’s Michael Spylo highlights the importance of safety gear in the workplace, focusing on the "three Fs"—Fit, Form, and Function. With a commitment to innovation, 3M develops PPE that keeps workers safe, comfortable, and productive. Recent advancements include the Secure Click Respirator Platform and welding helmets with enhanced usability. Listening to workers' needs drives future solutions, ensuring continuous safety improvements. Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q02TSlzB0 #SafetyInnovation #PPE #WorkplaceSafety #3M

As Canada approaches the 2025 deadline for enhanced accessibility requirements, it’s vital for businesses to prioritize safe entry for all. Nick Bixcul from Kee Safety Canada emphasizes that accessibility shouldn’t be an afterthought—it’s a fundamental right. Kee Safety’s modular RightWay Pro ramps offer a practical solution for businesses needing to meet accessibility standards without extensive construction. Learn how these ramps can be customized to fit your needs, ensuring compliance and enhancing safety for all visitors. Let's work towards creating inclusive spaces for everyone. https://hubs.la/Q02TK6sn0 #Accessibility #RightWayPro #SafetyFirst #KeeSafety

"Our goal is to phase out the dull, dirty, and dangerous jobs, replacing them with automation, remote control operations, and robotics," said CGC Inc. CEO Steve Forcier. https://hubs.la/Q02TS6pT0 #ManufacturingSafety #SafetyTechnology

#ToolsOfTheTrade: E2S Warning Signals has launched the H1 range of heat detectors, certified to global standards including UL, IECEx, and ATEX, for hazardous environments. https://hubs.ly/Q02TJCt60 #FireSafety #SafetyTechnology #HeatDetection

Kee Safety Canada continues to lead in innovation with the new Kee Attach Mobile Rope Access system, a game-changing non-penetrative anchor for rope access work. From fall protection to custom safety solutions, strategic solutions manager Nicholas Bixcul emphasizes the company’s commitment to safer, more efficient practices at height. Learn more about Kee Safety's comprehensive solutions for working at height! https://hubs.la/Q02TyvYZ0 #WorkAtHeight #SafetyFirst #FallProtection #KeeSafety

O’Reilly Oilfield Services Ltd. has been fined $90,000 after a worker suffered severe burns when liquid from a decommissioned pipeline ignited and overflowed from a portable flare stack. https://hubs.ly/Q02TJF7H0 #WorkplaceSafety #OilAndGasSafety

Emergency response at HWN Energy Ltd. has concluded following a "well control incident" at a natural gas site in Alberta, where a gas pocket explosion injured five contractors on September 30. While some of the injured workers are recovering, one remains in ICU with severe burns. https://hubs.la/Q02TJqS70 #WorkplaceSafety #EmergencyResponse

Innovative Metal Works Inc. was fined $68,000 after a worker suffered critical injuries during a hotel construction project. The company pleaded guilty in the Provincial Offences Court and must also pay a 25% victim fine surcharge. https://hubs.la/Q02THdP60

Employers, are you ready for proactive inspections? The Ministry of Labour is launching two crucial campaigns aimed at reducing chemical exposure risks in workplaces. Learn how to prepare using the RACE model—Recognize, Assess, Control, and Evaluate. According to Toni Volpato, MHSc., CRSP, CIH, Specialized Consultant (Occupational Hygiene) at Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS), ensuring compliance with WHMIS training and air exposure assessments is vital for safeguarding your workers' health. https://hubs.la/Q02TydXt0 #OccupationalHealth #MLITSD #WorkplaceSafety #ChemicalSafety