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CCOHS: HIV/AIDS in the Workplace

The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that infects the immune system. While HIV infection is a medically manageable chronic condition, if left untreated, it can cause a weakened immune system or acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). AIDS is the most advanced stage of the HIV infection and causes the immune system to become

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CCOHS: Workplace Health and Well-being

WebThis program is a coordinated strategy with related activities, initiatives, and policies developed by the employer, in consultation with employees, to continually …

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CCOHS: Return to Work

WebA functional abilities evaluation (or functional capacity evaluation) is a comprehensive, objective evaluation of a worker’s abilities. The functional abilities evaluation will evaluate …

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CCOHS: Silicosis

WebSilicosis is an incurable lung disease that can lead to disability and death. Silicosis is the result of the body’s response to the presence of silica particles in the lung. Silica particles …

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CCOHS: Hazard and Risk

Web2024-02-10. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety …

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CCOHS: Hot Environments

WebAs the temperature or heat burden increases, people may feel: Increased irritability. Loss of concentration and ability to do mental tasks. Loss of ability to do skilled …

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CCOHS: Health and Safety Committee

WebPromote awareness of health and safety issues and an atmosphere of cooperation between management and workers. Help in identifying issues, formulating …

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Health and Safety Policy

WebA written occupational health and safety policy helps define and promote an effective OHS program. Such a policy should communicate the employer’s commitment …

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Health and Safety Committee

WebThe committee may also be known as the joint health and safety committee, occupational health committee, workplace safety and health committee, or occupational …

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CCOHS: Inspection Checklists

WebThe best checklist for your workplace is one that has been developed for your specific needs. Whatever the format of the checklist, provide space for the inspectors' signatures …

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CCOHS: Health and Safety Committee

WebA health and safety committee consists of worker (employee) and management members. Health and safety legislation specifies how the members of the …

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Commit to Workplace Safety on the National Day of Mourning

WebApril 25, 2024 – Hamilton, ON – Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) On April 28, workplaces will come together to commemorate the …

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CCOHS: Health and Safety Legislation in Canada

WebThe federal health and safety legislation is commonly referred to as Canada Labour Code Part II and regulations under the Code. These laws apply to federal departments and …

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CCOHS: Sulfuric Acid

WebAccording to the Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST), sulfuric acid can be classified as: Acute toxicity - inhalation …

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Health and Safety Legislation in Canada

WebTable 1: General Health and Safety Posting Requirements in Canadian Jurisdictions. Jurisdiction. Posting Requirement. Legislation. Federal. A copy of Part II of …

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CCOHS: OSH Links: New Brunswick

WebAmerican Industrial Hygiene Association: Atlantic Provinces Section. Resource Type (s): Careers, Professional association. Appeals Tribunal: Workplace …

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