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Workplace Safety & OHSFeatured

Davis Schneider’s brother died of an overdose. The Blue Jay says naloxone can save others

By Nicole Ireland To Davis Schneider, his older brother Steven was “kind of like a Superman.” “He worked as a nurse up until he died. He worked every single day to help people in need,” the Toronto Blue Jays …

Ontario unveils design for Queen’s Park construction workers’ memorial

Canada marks National Day of Mourning with calls for stronger workplace safety standards

WorkplaceNL tables three-year plan targeting injuries, return-to-work and service upgrades

Trending in Safety

Chemical leak at a West Virginia plant kills 2 people and sends 30 more to hospitals, officials say

B.C. launches text-based pain support line for tradespeople

Ontario spending $125 million on new mine rescue training facility in Sudbury

Two sailors charged after fatal capsizing in Halifax harbour

OHS Products & Services

New breathalyzer offers dual testing modes for workplace, law enforcement

Safety technology firm Dräger has released a new alcohol testing device designed to serve both law enforcement and workplace safety needs with an adaptable system that permits both …

Ontario firm uses custom tech to supply first responders with safety gear
New alert system from OnStation warns drivers of road workers ahead

Cority acquires Meddbase to expand occupational health software offerings

Becklar secures new investment to expand safety technology solutions

Ergodyne’s new PPE aims to reduce workplace injuries and increase adoption

Becklar Workforce Safety integrates Apple’s Live Activities for enhanced worker safety

BendPak introduces new ergonomic work seats to reduce strain and improve worker comfort

Global Safety News

New data on 2022 China plane crash suggests cockpit struggle and fuel cut

Recent OHS Coverage

Manitoba to require hot water for handwashing at large construction sites

Bodies of 2 workers found days after partial collapse at parking garage being built in Philadelphia

Federal and provincial labour ministers agree to harmonize construction safety training

In The News

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Army sergeant faces June court-martial for Georgia base shootings after pleading to some charges
Ex-Canada Post shop steward in Prince George, B.C., sentenced for sexual assault
Runway safety incidents on the rise in Canada, but very close calls level off
State finds explosion that killed LA County deputies involved serious safety violations
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Saskatchewan farmers get expanded mental health support starting April 1
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Worker claims call from HR led him to drop safety complaint – board dismisses bid to reopen
More than 4 in 10 Canadians have been physically or sexually assaulted: StatsCan
When the office goes to the dogs
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WorkSafeNB earns Atlantic Canada top employer designation for second straight year
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