Silica in the Workplace
The purpose of this guide is to provide general information about silica to employees, members of joint health and safety committees, supervisors, and managers.
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The purpose of this guide is to provide general information about silica to employees, members of joint health and safety committees, supervisors, and managers.
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Required steps to control exposure of workers to toxic substances, including conducting an assessment.
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Need help addressing occupational hygiene in your workplace?
Get startedIf you have designated substances in your workplace, you need to know that Ontario has made changes to O. Reg. 490/09 - Designated Substances, including a new medical surveillance code.
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Practical guidance for your workplace respiratory protection program.
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WSPS offers technical consulting services in occupational hygiene and four other essential areas: ergonomics, safeguarding, warehouse safety, and preparing health and safety manuals.
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Get startedFirst in a four part series on how to manage chemical hazards in the workplace to control exposure and prevent injuries.
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You’re concerned about air quality in your workplace – but how do you ensure your system is working properly? Watch this video to find out more information.
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Have you considered what filters are used in your workplace ventilation system? Watch this video to find out what types are recommended for better air quality.
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To work effectively, most respirators require an airtight seal between the respirator and the user's face and/or neck. Facial hair could interfere with the seal, drawing contaminated air into lungs...
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Identifies airborne contaminants that can occur in gaseous form or solid particulates and existing controls for these hazards.
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Materials, hazards and risks that expose workers to injuries - poster.
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Cancers, severe allergic reactions, nervous system impairment and noise-induced hearing loss are just some of the diseases that impact the lives of many Ontario workers and their families each year.
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Do you know what chemicals may be in the air around you at work? Or absorbed into your skin? If you don’t, you should find out. And learn how to protect people in your workplace.
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Weather can change at any time when you're on the road. Watch this video to get prepared for inclement weather while driving.
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Does your workplace involve outdoor work in the winter? Watch this video to find out what you can do to keep workers safe.
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The temperature has a big impact on employee comfort on the job. Watch this video to find out what the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) says when it comes to workplace temperature in Ontario.
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Cold stress can lead to frostbite and hypothermia, which can be life-threatening. Watch this video for tips to protect workers from cold stress.
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Cold stress is a hazard for workers exposed to the cold, whether outdoors or in artificially cold indoor environments. Watch this video to learn what happens when someone is experiencing cold stress.
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Heat stress can lead to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, heart attack, and other physical health effects. Watch this video for tips to protect workers from heat stress.
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