February 2024

"NCA Health & Safety News" provides you with valuable information and assists in your quest to achieve a world-class safety culture. We believe that developing a safe work ethic is a never-ending process that must be part of every business's professional development.

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Workplace Mental Health & Related Topics

Source: https://www.ihsa.ca

IHSA is committed to supporting employers and workers with their occupational health and safety needs. That includes psychological health and safety—a growing and critically important area for workplaces to address. In the sections below, you will find tools, resources, education, and supports from IHSA and our health and safety system partners. They are designed to help you make mental health and wellness part of your everyday health and safety practice, whether you are an employer, worker, or support person.

Employers in particular can access information to build a workplace plan for identifying and addressing psychosocial hazards and to put in place effective supports. Workers and supporters will find resources aimed at a fostering a better understanding of mental health and addiction issues, and how each person can contribute to a psychologically safe work environment. READ MORE

12 Monthly Safety Topics to Cover in 2024

Source: https://www.inductforwork.com/

As Safety Leaders at Induct For Work we recognize the importance of continually evolving our approach to workplace safety. For 2024 we have outlined 12 key safety topics, each designated to a specific month, to address the diverse aspects of workplace safety. This structured plan is intended to guide safety leaders across various industries. READ MORE

Working in the Cold Infographic

Source: https://www.ccohs.ca/

Working in the cold can not only be hazardous to your health, but also potentially life-threatening. Cold injuries range from chillblain, trench foot and frostbite to hypothermia, which is a medical emergency. In order to work safely, the numerous risks posed by frigid temperatures, wind chill and wetness needs to be counterbalanced by various measures, including controlled exposure, education and training, and proper insulation.

International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day

Source: https://www.ccohs.ca/

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day is February 29th*. As the only "non-repetitive" day of the year, it’s the ideal date to devote to raising awareness of repetitive strain injuries.

About RSIs: RSI stands for repetitive strain injuries. Also known as musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), RSIs are an umbrella term used to describe a family of painful disorders affecting tendons, muscles, nerves and joints in the neck, upper and lower back, chest, shoulders, arms and hands. Read More

MLTSD Labour-Management Report for:

February 2024

Click above for full reports (critical injuries, fatalities, Provincial Coordinator's Comment, incidence details and codes, news)

Harassment and Bullying

Source: https://safetyalliancebc.ca/

Workplace bullying and harassment—intended or not—can create a poisonous work environment that negatively impacts productivity. Workers targeted by bullies may be anxious coming to work and may not be able to respond and assess risk appropriately. Bullying can increase the costs of violence-related injuries and disrupts work and impacts morale. READ MORE

Legislation changes: Ontario updating crane-related provisions of O. Reg. 213/91

Source: https://www.ihsa.ca/

Ontario is updating various crane-related provisions of O. Reg. 213/91 (Construction Projects) under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) to improve crane safety on construction sites. These changes will include clarifying or adding new design, installation, maintenance, inspection, and record-keeping requirements; requiring comprehensive inspections of tower cranes, introducing new references to relevant national and international standards relating to the design and operation of tower cranes, and more. Learn More

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March Forward Safely With These March-Specific Off-the-Job Safety Topics

Source: https://safestart.com/

Off-the-job events are directly linked to safety on the job—things that affect us outside of work don’t fall off our radar as soon as we punch in to be on duty for work. Talking about safety 24/7 is a great way to highlight risk outside of the workplace. March has a number of specific off-the-job safety topics that could change the way employees react at work like the weather changing, getting a head start on spring cleanup and the time changing too. Include these topics and the following three for March in your safety meetings or as a toolbox talk. Click Here to read more.

Are you looking for registration for the following courses?

Working at Heights - Full Course or Refresher
Elevated Work Platform - EWP
Joint Health and Safety Certification Refresher Training
Joint Health and Safety Certification (Part 1 & 2 and Refresher training)
First Aid Standard
First Aid Recertification
Confined Space

To register: Please call our training partner: Langlois Safety Training and Consulting Services at 289-271-8623.

WSIB Health and Safety Excellence program

IF YOU ARE A SMALL BUSINESS (99 or fewer employees), YOU'LL WANT TO FIND OUT MORE!

The WSIB is offering an extra financial incentive to small businesses, in addition to the regular Rebate!

You may have received a phone call or email from the WSIB informing you about the WSIB H & S Excellence program. We are pleased to bring this to our members in partnership with Safety Works Consulting Inc., as the WSIB-approved Provider.

If you would like more information on another WSIB Rebate, please CONTACT US for information on the WSIB H & S Excellence program.

GAIN THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE OF GOLD SEAL CERTIFICATION

Gold Seal Webinars

The Gold Seal Certification program has been the industry’s most trusted, valued, and reliable certification for those in the management of construction. Gold Seal Certified (GSC) credentials demonstrate your commitment to the profession and your expertise through certifying education, experience, and competency.

Ever wonder what it takes to get Gold Seal Certified?

Find out the answers to these questions and more:

• Do I qualify to write the Gold Seal exam?

• Do I need more experience or training?

• What information do I need to apply?

• What is the application process through the online portal?

Watch a recording of a Gold Seal information session here.

What's New is published by The Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

February 2024 issue - Click Here

H&S Training at the NCA

NCA Training Courses

(membership discounts)

♦ Live Webinars

♦ Online

Please see the most recent training newsletter here.

Safety courses created to enhance health and safety awareness and help prevent injures to workers, e.g. Confined Space Safety Awareness, Pipeline Construction Safety Training and more - safety and management courses. Click HERE for available courses.

Helpful H&S Resources and Information

Ministry of Labour, Training & Skilled Trades NEWSROOM

Stay up to date with the latest industry safety news and training by clicking here.

2-Minute News

November Network News

Check out this valuable resource by clicking here.

Click Here for WSIB Newsletter

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PARTNERS ALIGNED TOGETHER FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY

NCA has made safety awareness a primary initiative for our Association.

We have launched our PATHS initiative, Partners Aligned Together for Health and Safety, formally making a stronger commitment to safety awareness and training.

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