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Trendwood fined $150K after worker fatally struck by rail car in Edmonton

Worker was moving car when he was run over by it, according to the province.


Capsized boat that led to Montreal firefighter’s death not suited for rapids: Report

Quebec workplace health and safety board identified three principal factors that led to death of Pierre Lacroix in 2021.


Technology, changing customer habits evolving way PPE is sold

We caught up with the Red Wing Shoe Company at the National Safety Council expo. Here’s a look at how technology and customer demands are changing their business.
 
 
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Free Webinar – How to Select Detection Tubes and Analyzers

Join our webinar on Wednesday, November 2nd from 11 am to 12 pm, and learn more about Dräger Tubes, a laboratory behind glass.
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NASCAR teams fight for better safety, more money

NASCAR is facing “unprecedented” dissent from drivers who are speaking freely about safety concerns. Jenna Fryer from the Associated Press offers her take. » Read More
 

A fresh outlook on DEI: Workplace inequities in 2022

There is a “black-white health paradox” – the black community is less likely to report depression compared to their white counterparts. Mark Lovewell, Veronica Seeto and Hitu Sood from WINS take a look. » Read More
 
 
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NFL’s concussion protocol modified after review of Miami QB

“Ataxia” has been added to the protocol, which is a “abnormality of balance/stability, motor coordination or dysfunctional speech caused by a neurological issue.” » Read More

Airbus, Air France face criminal trial over Rio Paris crash

All 228 people on board were killed in 2009 accident that saw jet plunge into the ocean amid thunderstorms. » Read More
 
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MSA

Keeping workers safe during storm clean up: Advice from P.E.I.’s WCB

Agency has released some practical advice for employers on a range of hazards, including ladders, chainsaws and working with gas/propane powered equipment. » Read more

Workplace mental health programs often fail to meet potential: Here’s why

Despite good intentions, organizations often don’t knock it out of the park when it comes to psychological safety. Dr. Bill Howatt digs into why this is in his latest column. » Read more

Ontario safety inspectors ratify agreement with TSSA, ending 11-week strike

Union president says “resilience” among workers in strike spoke volumes about the need for meaningful change. » Read more

It’s Fire Safety Week: Here are some tips to fireproof your workplace

The NFPA reported nearly 115,000 fires in non-residential buildings between 2015 and 2019. » Read more
 
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Partners in Prevention 2022: Forum North

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Date: Nov. 1-2
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