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Injured workers rally against $2 billion WSIB refund

Some injured workers are protesting against the Ontario government’s plan to give companies $2 billion in rebates through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) as part of a corporate relief package to help companies impacted by U.S. tariffs.


Workplace fatality results in $110,000 fine for construction contractor

Frontline Cable and Gas Services Inc. has been fined $110,000 after a worker was fatally injured at worksite in Brampton, Ont.


N.B.’s electricity provider fined for safety violations at nuclear plant

New Brunswick’s electricity provider has been fined close to $25,000 for safety violations at the troubled Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station near Saint John.


 
 
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Some emergency departments installing AI weapons detection amid rising violence

London Health Sciences Centre is the latest Canadian hospital to install a weapons detection system in its emergency department as health-care workers across the country continue to grapple with increasing violence. » Read More...
 
 
 
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Thai-Chinese company denies flouting safety measures in probe of skyscraper collapse following quake

A Thai-Chinese company has denied allegations its steel rods did not pass safety standard tests after nationwide criticism prompted an investigation into the collapse of a high-rise building under construction after an earthquake last month in Bangkok. » Read More...

 
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Crafting a comprehensive violence and harassment policy

A violence and harassment policy addresses serious issues that significantly impact psychological health. It serves preventive and responsive functions, establishing procedures for addressing incidents. » Read More...

The ‘why’s and ‘how’s of conducting a safety audit

Some safety audits are mandated by regulatory requirements, others by clients or customers. Still others are required by industry associations or implemented based on prudence, best practices or a desire to demonstrate excellence in safety. » Read More...

 
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