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School and MSD risks

Students and educators are exposed to ergonomic risk factors as they go back to the classroom, which may lead to the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Link to our info sheet and podcast on this topic.

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Let's Collaborate on Solutions for Cleaner School Air!

Covid-19 spread isn't the only reason why schools need to optimize air quality in classrooms. This 2023 Occ-Covid webinar, Collaborating on Solutions for Cleaner School Air, remains highly relevant. Plus check our Classroom Ventilation Tool to see how windows & air cleaners can make a difference.

McIntyre Powder: OHCOW Research

Congratulations to Dr. Andrew Zarnke and co-writers on the recent publication of the paper, entitled "Incidence of cardiovascular disease in a cohort of mine workers exposed to ultrafine aluminum powder in Ontario, Canada" by the American Journal of Industrial Medicine. 

This paper has been covered by the CBC both on its website and its radio show Morning North, on which Dr. Zarnke was interviewed, and promises to be an important step forward both for justice for the McIntyre Powder-exposed miners.

Silica Control Tool

September means back to school! Continue lifelong learning this month, by listening to OHCOW’s silica podcast series. Tune in for The Dangers of Silica in the Workplace: In the News and The Dangers of Silica in the Workplace episodes.

Need a refresher on how to use the Silica Control Tool or want to see a step-by-step guide to the Tool? Visit OHCOW’s YouTube channel for our recorded Silica Control Tool Lunch and Learn Session.

Occupational Health Webinars: Save the Date

Starting on Thursday, October 31, and occurring each week for the next four weeks, OHCOW's Occ-tober Webinar Series will take place.

More info on the topics and speakers to come, stay tuned to our newsletters, website and social media channels!

From Our Partners

ONLINE EVENTS

Long COVID: Resources and Strategies to Manage

Dr. Allen Kraut, MD, FRCPC Medical Director, Occupational Health, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority Integrated Sites Physician, Rukmali Mendis, BMR PT, BSc Certified Respiratory Educator Chronic Disease Management and more

Thursday, September 12

Injured Worker Speaker Series: Finding Light in the Dark

We are so pleased to welcome Wynny Sillito, a volunteer with Threads of Life, who will share her personal story of workplace tragedy.

Thursday, September 26

MSD Prevention Works: Past, Present and Future

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

8:30 am - 4:30 pm EDT

Join CRE-MSD for this in-person event to kick off Global Ergonomics Month by exploring the impact of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevention, including emerging trends and legislative considerations.