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Supervisor fined $20,000 in death of worker who was operating EWP alone

Yuqin Liu, of Toronto-based L.Z. Refrigeration, pled guilty in court after worker was crushed by the platform.


Canadians help rescue trapped miners in Dominican Republic

Royal Canadian Air Force transported mining equipment to help save two workers who were trapped underground.


Alberta offers tips for employers, workers to stay cool in extreme heat

Extreme heat is a potential workplace hazard for people working outdoors and in some indoor settings. The advice to employers is universal and worth a refresh.
 
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Gun violence can be reduced with a strategy focused on deterrence

Canada has seen an increase in gun violence in recent years, an issue that can play out in workplaces. But more police officers and crackdowns aren’t the solution. Yanick Charette from Universite Laval takes a look. » Read More
 

Company fined $125,000 for failing to isolate workers during COVID-19 outbreak

Scotlynn Sweetpac Growers in Vittoria, Ont., fine shows that health and safety violations may be met with more serious consequences in light of new legislation. Lawyer John Hyde takes a look. » Read More
 
 
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OSHA investigates death of Amazon workers in New Jersey

Investigations are putting fresh scrutiny on Amazon’s injury rates and workplace-safety procedures, which have faced criticism by labour advocates as inadequate. » Read More

Man charged in death of co-worker at Michigan GM plant

Accused and victim were employed by a cleaning service contracted by General Motors. » Read More
 
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