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Editor's Note 
 
Microlearning is a proven method for fostering skill development. As this week's lead opinion piece argues, microlearnings focused on ergonomic work strategies can be effective tools to help workers avoid strain or sprain injuries in the workplace.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
NEWS 
 
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Via Rail CEO blames speed rules for plummeting on-time performance

Via Rail says its on-time performance fell drastically in the first three months of the year — a drop the Crown corporation blames largely on speed rules from Canadian National Railway Co.


B.C. mill worker drowns after being trapped in machine that fell into ocean

Mounties in British Columbia say a mill worker on Vancouver Island has drowned after being trapped in a piece of heavy equipment that plunged into the ocean.


J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year Awards now open for nominations

Safety professionals can be recognized for their accomplishments with the 2025 J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY) Awards, which are now open for applications and nominations.


 
 
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GLOBAL OHS NEWS 
 

22 crew members rescued from lifeboat in North Pacific after ship carrying 3,000 cars catches fire

The crew of a cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles to Mexico, including 800 electric vehicles, abandoned ship after they could not control a fire aboard the vessel in waters off Alaska’s Aleutian island chain. » Read More...

Death toll rises to 17 in Indonesia quarry collapse as search continues

The death toll from the collapse of a stone quarry in Indonesia’s West Java province has risen to at least 17, with eight people still missing, officials said. » Read More...

 
OPINION 
 
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How microlearning can prevent strain and sprain injuries

Training budgets should be distributed at least roughly in proportion to the cost of the incidents they aim to prevent. Microlearning can supplement legislated training to address the real-world causes of strain and sprain injuries more effectively. » Read More...

Psychological health and safety series #11: Creating an effective privacy and confidentiality policy for mental health

A privacy and confidentiality policy establishes clear guidelines on how sensitive personal information is collected, used, stored and shared within an organization. This policy is essential to establish trust and ensure employees feel safe to seek support without fear of inappropriate disclosure of their personal information. » Read More...

 
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