PPE is crucial for a safe and healthy workforce in numerous sectors and roles. Read on to discover the concerns around ill-fitting PPE (especially for women) and what employers can do to ensure PPE fits correctly.
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Is Technology Improving Addiction Among Workers?
Workplace addiction is a real issue that can impact employees in several ways. It adversely affects workplace safety and productivity, proving costly for business owners. Fortunately, employers can use several tools, programs, and resources to help curb addiction in the workplace.
6 Reasons Safety Training is Important in Mining
Discover why safety training is vital in mining and the steps mining industry employers can take to protect their workers.
Common OHS Risks, Challenges, and Compliance Regulations in Quebec, Canada
This article is part of a series identifying common OHS risks, challenges, and compliance regulations in each province. Read on to find out the main issues Quebec employers should be aware of.
Fitness to Work & the Future of Drug Testing
A drug-free workplace is just one part, albeit an important part, of a broader vision of establishing and maintaining a workforce that is fit to work. As such, drug testing is just one part of a company’s efforts to achieve that vision.
When an Employer is Responsible for the Acts of Drug-Abusing Employees
In addition to detecting drug-abusing employees, a workplace drug testing policy can also act to legally shield an employer from liability under state law.
State Drug Testing Law 101: Knowing the Basics Is Critical to Your Success
In this article, we will briefly cover just three State Drug Testing Laws 101-type questions that we get all the time.
Common OHS Risks, Challenges, and Compliance Regulations in Ontario
Are you an Ontario-based employer trying to understand provincial workplace safety governing bodies and requirements? Knowing your obligations and ensuring compliance can be challenging. Read on to find out what you need to know to protect your workers.
Common OHS Risks, Challenges, and Compliance Regulations in the Territories, Canada
This article covers the common OHS risks, challenges, and compliance regulations to help employers in the territories stay on top of their OHS responsibilities and ensure their workplace campaigns are safe and effective.
6 Ways To Stay Safe on Snowy and Icy Job Sites: Employee Tips for Avoiding Slips, Trips, and Falls
The winter brings snow and ice to many parts of the US and Canada. Although it presents a picturesque landscape, snow and ice can prove treacherous for those working on outdoor job sites. Fortunately, armed with knowledge, you can take the necessary precautions to work safely on snowy or icy terrain and minimize the risk of devastating injuries.
