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British Columbia Ministry of Health, Environmental Health Protection  Develops and implements legislation, policies and programs as related to the environment, and provides advice to the health authorities on policy and legislative issues in the areas of drinking water, land use, and community sanitation. Source: British Columbia Ministry of Health Confined spaces: recognizing the danger  Defines what is meant by confined spaces, and lists their dangers for workers. Outlines basic precautions workers need to take, according to New Brunswick law, prior to entering a confined space. Link requires PDF reader. Source: Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission of New Brunswick (WHSCC) Green Communities Canada  Delivers environmental programs and services, with a focus on household and community action. Web site includes access to programs focused on actions to take to begin the transition to a sustainable future. Source: Green Communities Canada Land use and environmental planning  Provides legislation and guidelines for septic systems use and sewage disposal programs, environmental contamination, health implications of solid and liquid disposal, and other land use issues. Source: British Columbia Ministry of Health Pollution Probe  Engages in research, education, and advocacy in order to reduce smog-causing emissions, eliminate toxic chemicals in the environment, address the threat of global climate change, and protect human health. Web site includes information about air quality, water management, energy conservation, recycling, and toxic chemicals. Source: Pollution Probe Proper use and disposal of medication  Provides information about the possible harmful effect on the environment of throwing out or flushing into the water system prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs and other health products. Offers tips to help lessen the risks by disposing of drugs in a responsible way. Source: Health Canada Trucking operations ... your personal safety  Outlines road safety strategies such as vehicle inspection, road emergencies, attention to cargo, and cab maintenance. Provides information about safety around loading docks, and presents general rules for working safely around trucks. Link requires PDF reader. Source: Transportation Health and Safety Association of Ontario (THSAO) Water: source for life  Provides information on the protocol for safe drinking water in First Nations communities. Offers a Chief and Council Information kit and the design guidelines for First Nations Water Works. Source: Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)
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