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The article discusses the July 15-17, 2024 conference in Edmonton by Health and Safety Professionals Canada, highlighting Artificial Intelligence's impact on safety content, data analytics, and change management in the industry.

The article focuses on the founding of the Stephano Group in 1978 by Steve "Stephano" Frank and Annette Blaeske, highlighting their entrepreneurial journey from arriving in Canada with minimal resources to building a successful business in the high-end granola market, eventually expanding into contract manufacturing and relocating to Toronto in 2009 to pursue opportunities in larger markets.

The article discusses a construction site foreman acquitted of criminal negligence after a worker's fatal fall, while another report details the fine imposed on a camp operator for COVID-19 protocol breaches resulting in a worker's death. It also mentions a plea for additional safety measures in Nova Scotia legislator offices and new legal duties for employers and injured workers in B.C. to cooperate with WorkSafeBC.

The article delves into the significance of third-party certification in assuring companies of their industrial machinery investments. Topics discussed include AC&E's role as a globally accredited laboratory offering export certification, lab and testing services, and their unique strength in supporting manufacturers with specialized knowledge.

The article focuses on Burnbrae Farms' journey to a safety milestone, highlighting their culture of engagement and proactive approach to health and safety. It reports that the company's success is attributed to a top-down approach with experienced leaders who started on the floor and prioritize employee well-being. It emphasize the importance of orientation for new hires to ensure safety awareness.

The article focuses on the crucial need for effective rescue plans for workers who fall while working at heights, emphasizing the development of specific, comprehensive rescue strategies, accurate risk assessment, and continuous training for rescuers.

The article focuses on extreme heat management, highlighting inadequate guidelines, the range of heat-related illnesses, and preventive strategies for outdoor workers, emphasizing the need for tailored safety measures.

The article provides answers to questions concerning updated Canadian Standards Association (CSA) first aid standards, addressing changes for modern work environments, diverse workforce needs, and climate change impacts, along with available CSA Group resources.

The article outlines strategies for creating a summer safety plan for outdoor workers by addressing hazards like extreme weather, poor air quality, and insect bites, emphasizing risk reduction and preventive measures.

The article offers information about the SafetyAware application from the Calgary-based company Aware360 has features including protections for remote workers, with GPS tracking enabling SOS signals and seamless transitions from cellular networks enhancing workplace safety.

The article discusses highlights of the Wood Pellet Association of Canada (WPAC) conference, held in Vacouver, British Columbia in September 2022. Topics included role of wood pellets in communities and local economic development, brand messaging of companies, feed stocks used by the wood pellet industry, carbon accounting in the biomass power sector, carbon footprint of the wood pellet industry, decarbonization, and best practices to enhance safety of pellet operations across Canada.

The article offers information on CSA Group's new standard, CSA Z301, which focuses on equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) in apprenticeship programs.

The article offers information on research conducted before the pandemic in 2020 to understand the behaviors that can predict first responders' risk of occupational stress injuries (OSI), which can result in mental harm and mental illness.

The article offers information on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Canadian workplaces in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

The article offers information on confined space rescues, highlighting the risks and challenges faced by workers in such environments.

The article offers information on a case where a contracting company and one of its supervisors were convicted under Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety Act after a worker was fatally struck by a pick-up truck.

The article offers several news Amazon's injury rate dips is still higher than 2020. it reports that The family of Judith Lopez-Moran, a 55-year-old mother of three, filed a wrongful-death suit against R.M. Palmer Co. after the March 24 blast, which was foreseeable, predictable, and preventable. It mentions that Alberta is extending pilot projects to increase visibility and safety of highway workers, including the use of flashing blue lights on snowplows, tow trucks and maintenance vehicles.

The article highlights how effective safety leadership involves continuous learning and improvement, with leaders like Lesli Bradley, Jaime Pacreu, and Brent McCrea showcasing diverse approaches to fostering strong safety cultures through accountability, values, and community engagement.

The article highlights the Health and Safety Professionals Canada' (HSPC) "Time Traveller's Ball" gala where Melissa Gould, Shannon Bolger, and Deirdre O'Reilly were honored for their exceptional contributions to safety and leadership in the field.

The article evaluates the Nexus E hard hat developed by Centurion Safety which is used for head protection with reduced environmental impact.

The article focuses on WorkSafeBC, the workplace safety agency for British Columbia, and its recommended changes to improve crane safety in the province, highlighting key recommendations such as enhancing operator certification, increasing inspections, and updating safety regulations.

The article focuses on the importance of sharing experiences and best practices to improve workplace safety, reflecting on the challenges faced by occupational health professionals, the impact of workplace fatalities and injuries, and the need for ongoing collaboration in the field.

The article reports that VanHeughten Contractors Inc. and its director were fined for failing to ensure fall protection on a roof, leading to a worker's fatal injury in Aylmer, Ontario.

The article highlights the memorandum of understanding between the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) and the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists (CRBOH), streamlining dual certification and enhancing collaboration in occupational safety and hygiene.

The article announces Mike Parent as the new president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Workplace Safety North (WSN), focusing on his extensive experience, strategic plans to enhance safety programs, and WSN's role in Ontario's mining and forest sectors.

The article examines need to prepare for current and future environmental concerns at the workplace in Canada, and mentions how heat waves, forest fires and floods, climate change and related disasters pose pressing concerns for workplace health and safety.

the article discusses a wrongful dismissal lawsuit filed by a former health, safety, and training manager against her employer after being fired for failing to report a workplace injury. Topics include discrepancies in the manager's accounts, her failure to adhere to safety protocols, and conflicts of interest arising from her actions. It emphasizes the integral role of health and safety managers in upholding safety policies and maintaining the integrity of workplace safety protocols.

The article emphasizes the importance of prioritizing workplace health and safety for small businesses, highlighting the responsibility of employers to create a safe environment for their employees. Topics include establishing health and safety policies, forming committees or representatives, and implementing safe work procedures and training to ensure compliance with legislation and protect workers' rights.

The article discusses a recent trial in New Brunswick resulting in the prosecution of a supervisor under the Westray Bill amendments, establishing criminal negligence in occupational health and safety. Topics include the use of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards in criminal charges, the obligation for hazard assessments, and the personal responsibility of supervisors in workplace safety.

The article addresses the significant compliance issues related to hard hat usage in workplaces, emphasizing the importance of proper fit and maintenance to ensure effectiveness. Topics include common mistakes in wearing hard hats, the role of supervisors in enforcing safety policies, and advancements in hard hat technology to improve comfort and protection. It underscores the need for companies to prioritize worker safety and provide adequate training on hard hat usage and maintenance.

The article informs The consumer packaging goods (CPG) industry acknowledges the importance of automation for improving manufacturing competitiveness, but there is still a disparity in the success of its implementation. Despite significant investments in automation technologies, there is room for improvement in achieving process efficiencies and productivity, especially in areas such as warehousing, distribution, and secondary packaging.

The article explores how to improving indoor air quality as workplaces can have a major impact on individual exposure to air contaminants, and how Poor air quality can have a negative effect on employees and their ability to perform their work.

The article discusses the pulp and paper industry's collaborative approach to health, safety, and environment (HSE) on worksites. Organizations are promoting open dialogue between mills, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and contractors to develop positive safety attitudes and behaviors. The article highlights the effectiveness of HSE meetings and safety summits in improving safety conditions and culture at mill sites. It also mentions the importance of automating high-risk processes and the benefits of implementing behavior-based safety programs. The article emphasizes that a positive safety culture can lead to greater productivity, reduced costs, and better staff retention in the industry. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the importance of process safety in industries like pulp and paper manufacturing, where hazardous materials and complex equipment are common. Process safety involves looking at the entire process and identifying potential hazards and risks that could impact the safety of workers or others. The article highlights the specific process hazards and risks in kraft pulp mills, such as chemical hazards, steam and pressure systems, combustible dust, confined spaces, electrical hazards, equipment failures, environmental risks, and human factors. It provides steps that employers can take to reduce risk, including identifying hazards, assessing risks, implementing control measures, communicating with workers, and regularly monitoring and updating control measures. The article also emphasizes the need for process safety planning in black liquor recovery boilers, which pose significant risks to workers. It concludes by stating that integrating tailored process safety measures can effectively minimize the likelihood and consequences of incidents, protect workers, and create a safer workplace environment. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Top 10 Under 40 program recognizes the achievements of the newest generation of Canadian OH&S workers including Darcie Babysh, Stewart Day & Connor Heinrichs.

The article offers information on several recipients of different awards including OH&S Professional of the Year to Mathur Variem, director of Cadillac Fairview Corporation, Community Leader award to Paula Campkin, & Lifetime Achievement to Len Bourdin of forest products company Millar Western.

The article focuses on efforts of Cindy Simpson from Imago Restaurants to work amid COVID-19 pandemic; and mentions rising commitment to cultivating safety within a business's customer base; and also mentions importance of transparency and open communication to manage staff's mental well-being.

The article presents several suggestions to maintaining COVID-19 workplace safety including recommendations to involve workers in the creation of COVID-19 safety plans; to make sure workers have a safe working environment; and to ensure compliance with COVID-19 regulations.

The article offers information on the challenges of preventing hand injuries in the construction industry despite advancements in PPE technology and increased glove usage.

The article offers information on workplace safety and the tragic consequences of inadequate training and safety measures, using the story of Ian, a construction worker who died due to electrocution from defective equipment.

The article offers information on the challenges faced by Canadian businesses in ensuring workplace safety, including the increasing risk of fire, flood, and psychological injury claims.

The article offers information on Boucher Bros. Lumber pleading guilty to charges under Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act after a worker was injured by a wood planer.

The article offers information on the decrease in the total injury rate in Saskatchewan for 2023, reaching the lowest rate in the province's history.

The article offers information on the Transportation Safety Board's findings on a 2021 head-on crash between two freight trains in Prescott, Ontario.

The article offers information on the deployment of specially trained and better equipped security staff at Manitoba's Health Sciences Centre to reduce violence against healthcare workers.

The article offers information on the Quebec workplace safety board's findings regarding the deaths of two firefighters during a flood northeast of Quebec City last May.

The article focuses on the urgent need to enhance the safety of new commercial truck drivers on Canadian roads, as highlighted by a report from the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) and discusses factors impacting insurance costs and recommendations for improving training standards and enforcement.