Here are typical job-related Health and Safety issues which you might want more information about. All of the resources were developed by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) for our popular OSH Answers web site http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/
Biology
You might catch some of these diseases while working outside this summer or just by working around animals. Find out what they are about, then be careful around ticks, mouse droppings, bird poop and wild animals! Read on...
Chemicals
Worried about chemicals? If you are working with cleaning products, bleaches, paints, etc., you need to understand what a chemical hazard is as well as things like: What Makes Chemicals Poisonous, How Workplace Chemicals Enter the Body, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), and WHMIS. Read on...
Ergonomics
Did you know that injuries can sometimes be invisible? Working for long periods in an awkward position and using repeated forceful actions (like using your computer mouse all day) can cause significant hidden problems. Bandages don't always help when you've got jobs like these. Read on...
Laws and Legislation
Curious about what responsibilities an employer has? Curious if an employee has responsibilities too? Read on...
Microwaves, Cell Phones, Noise, Heat or Cold
As a group, these hazards are called "Physical Hazards". You may be exposed to these agents in many workplaces or at home. These resources can help. Read on...
Stress and Violence in the Workplace
Does stress go away after exams are over? Want to know some steps about how to prevent violence from happening? Read on...
Safety at Work and at Play
Working injuries are often a result of accidents with tools, machines, ladders, forklift trucks, and special equipment. Fortunately most incidents and accidents are preventable with the right knowledge on working safely. Check out these resources! Read on...
Preventing Hazards
Protecting yourself should be a priority on the job. From Footwear to Hard Hats, there is information on how to use and select the right personal protective equipment (PPE). Read on...
Want to know more?
There is a lot more available from a number of excellent resources, starting with the CCOHS web site at http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/.
You can also contact our CCOHS Inquiries Service by phone, Fax or email for help with workplace questions.
Inquiries Service
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
250 Main Street East
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
L8N 1H6
1-800-263-8466 (toll-free within Canada)
1-905-572-4400 (8:30 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time)
1-905-572-4500 (FAX)
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