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Editor's Note 
 
Did you miss ProtectHer, our annual women’s safety leadership and personal protective equipment (PPE) symposium? Check out this week's featured story to catch the highlights. You'll also find a link to view the event recordings on-demand.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
NEWS 
 
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Saskatchewan court upholds decision to fire employees who did not comply with COVID-19 vaccine mandate

A King’s Bench judge in Saskatchewan has upheld a decision by the Co-op Refinery Complex in Regina to fire two employees who did not comply with the company’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.


Quebec coroner calls out 'hero firefighter' culture in 2023 flooding deaths

Quebec's firefighting academy should warn students that "hero" culture can sometimes lead firefighters to overlook their own safety in their attempts to save others, a coroner said last week.


Traffic control worker killed by heavy-duty truck near Drummonville, Que.

A traffic control worker was killed on the job Friday after he was hit by a heavy-duty truck in Drummondville, Que., about 100 kilometres northeast of Montreal.


 
 
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Closing the PPE equity gap

There have never been more options for personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to fit women’s bodies; however, a significant gap remains between what’s available and what women need to keep them safe in the workplace. This gap was a major discussion point during OHS Canada’s ProtectHer Women’s Safety Leadership and PPE Symposium, convened virtually on March 19. » Read More...
 
 
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GLOBAL OHS NEWS 
 

U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration targeted by DOGE

The U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is among the federal agencies selected for spending cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency. Nearly three dozen MSHA offices would have their leases terminated if the plans come to fruition. » Read More...

Tennessee safety agency says workers killed in flooding were given time to evacuate

Workers at an East Tennessee plastics company who died in flooding from last year's Hurricane Helene had time to evacuate, albeit by “makeshift routes,” according to an investigation from the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration released last week. » Read More...

 
OPINION 
 
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Psychological health and safety series: Reassess and refresh for effective workplace policy reviews

Before publishing policies, employers must establish robust policy management systems focused on quality control and gathering feedback from key stakeholders. This ensures the policies are effective and fulfill their intended purposes. » Read More...

Root cause analysis: Is it really necessary to ask ‘Why?’ five times?

The "Five Whys" technique is a simple yet powerful way to find the root cause of a problem. It involves repeatedly asking "Why?" – typically five times – to dig deeper into the issue. » Read More...

 
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NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo

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