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February 27, 2019 |
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A majority of the world’s 3.4 billion smartphone users are putting their necks at risk every time they send a text, according to new research involving the University of South Australia, released on January 15.
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Women have a higher risk of some musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) than men, even when both genders engage in the same tasks.
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The health risks arising from sedentary lifestyles have reached an epidemic level.
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There is no turning back — digital technology and the prolific use of tablets and cellphones are here to stay. But that massive adoption of digital technology has also heralded a host of ergonomic ills stemming from bad posture, strained necks and fatigued muscles.
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High-profile allegations of occupational harassment continue to disrupt organizations in which allegations of misconduct, sexual or otherwise, have surfaced.
They have also raised concerns about compliance and prevention among employers.
OHS Canada symposium series continues with Harassment at Work: Creating a Culture of Respect & Professionalism
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
- Senior Safety-management executives
- Professionals in managerial/safety supervisory roles
- Human-resource planners
- Joint health and safety committee leaders
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
- What constitutes workplace harassment
- Develop an effective work place harassment policy
- Demonstrate due diligence and compliance
- Best practices on investigating complaints
- Balance investigation with confidentiality obligations and other legal considerations
- Create a respectful work culture
REGISTER NOW! |
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You can wear an exoskeleton, but it won’t turn you into a superhero. That’s the finding of a study in which researchers tested a commercially available exoskeleton—a mechanical arm attached to a harness—that’s typically worn by workers to help them carry heavy objects hands-free.
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