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	The Inquiries Service at CCOHS answers questions on the health or safety concerns people have about the work they do. More on Inquiries Service

This free information service is provided by the Inquiries Service at the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety. The mandate of CCOHS is to promote improvements in occupational health and safety by providing practical information to answer workplace concerns.

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Chemicals & Materials
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Ergonomics - Human Factors
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Information Resources/ Referrals
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Legislation
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Occupations & Workplaces
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Physical Agents
Noise Exposure Limits in Canada, Humidex Rating, Lasers in Health Care...

Prevention/Control of Hazards
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Health Promotion/Wellness/Psychosocial
Violence in the Workplace, Workplace Stress

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