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Category Archives: Ergonomic News
Part 14 – Section 209 of the OHS Code: Patient Handling
Section 209 of Part 14 of the OHS Code is entirely new and refers specifically to the healthcare industry. If you need more detail on how to implement this change, you can find out more information in Worksafe Alberta’s publication, … Continue reading
Developing a training program to reduce MSI risks to workers
Part 14 of the Code requires that organizations need to implement a training program should they discover MSI risks to workers after conducting a hazard assessment. This doesn’t have to be a daunting task and EWI can help. Continue reading
OHS Code Part 14: addressing lifting and manual handling
Part 14 requires organizations to address MSIs in the workplace with reference to lifting and manual handling of heavy and awkward loads. The requirements include conducting a proper hazard assessment and implementing changes, including training, to address any risks of MSIs to workers. Continue reading
OHS Code Changes – Section 2 – Hazard Assessments
There are changes to the OHS Code that you should be aware of regarding hazard assessments. Organizations are becoming increasingly responsible for alerting hazards to both employees and contractors working on their site. Continue reading
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Updates from the OHS Code Changes seminar held in Edmonton
By now, many of you are aware that the Occupational Health and Safety Code was updated and the changes took effect as of July 1, 2009. However, are you aware of the changes – as well as the other standards … Continue reading
Communicating your “cell phone while driving” policy to employees
You’ve reviewed the information on the National Safety Council’s website on discouraging the use of cell phones and texting while driving. You read the statistics, including the costs associated with allowing your employees to drive while texting, and you noticed … Continue reading
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Initiating cell/texting policy will make your organization shine
80% of vehicle accidents are due to a driver’s inattention. Keeping in mind that this can happen while on the job, a car crash can have an enormous negative impact on an organization in terms of lost time if the … Continue reading
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EWI improving proven ergonomic courses
With changes in safety codes and new research, EWI is updating our highly popular and proven erognomic training courses. Continue reading
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Are you ready for the new 2009 OHS Code?
The new 2009 OHS Code will take effect July 1st, 2009. Is your organization ready? EWI Works can help you understand the changes and how to implement them. Continue reading
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Limiting cell phone use benefits you mentally and physically
With the increase in cell phone use, many physicians and studies are starting to find an increase in stress and MSDs. There’s a campaign to “unplug” from the digital world when you can. Read why it’s a good idea. Continue reading
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