WSPS Ergonomics Month

October 4, 2016

October is Global Ergonomics Month. Our ergonomist Sandra Patterson explains what are musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), how they occur, the difference good ergonomics makes. She also presents tips to reduce MSD hazards

WSPS Ergonomics Month

Quick Safety Tips: Who should be responsible for training new and young workers?

Quick Safety Tips: What is the best way to effectively train new and young workers?

Quick Safety Tips: When should new and young workers receive training

Quick Safety Tips: What health and safety training should be provided to new and young workers?

Quick Safety Tips: New and young workers need to know about their H&S rights and responsibilities?

Quick Safety Tips: Why is it important to focus on new and young worker health and safety?

Quick Safety Tips: Who are new and young workers?

Quick Safety Tips - Can supervisors be charged under the Occupational Health and Safety Act?

Quick Safety Tips - What training should workplace supervisors have?

Quick Safety Tips - What makes a supervisor effective?

Quick Safety Tips - What does it mean to have a "competent" workplace supervisor?

Quick Safety Tips - Which employees are considered workplace supervisors?

Quick Safety Tips: How can businesses prepare for a weather emergency?

Quick Safety Tips: How can employers prepare for an emergency while waiting for external response?

Quick Safety Tips: What elements go into an emergency preparedness plan?

Quick Safety Tips: What First Aid Training is required for businesses in Ontario?

When employing new Canadians, what elements should employers include in orientation/training?

What resources should employers prepare before bringing temporary workers in the workplace?

If a temporary worker sees a hazard, who do they report it to?

If a temporary worker is injured or falls ill, who should the worker report this to?