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Being able to fully disconnect from work is key to a healthy, happy, and productive workplace. In this episode, we discuss what employers and workers can each do to help. Released: July 19, 2022 File Size:  3 MB Length: 5:51 minutes

Tracking patterns and trends in occupational disease in different industries can help target prevention efforts. We talk with Paul Demers from the Occupational Cancer Research Centre about the Occupational Disease Surveillance System (ODSS) and what the data reveals. Released: June 14, 2022 File Size:  5 MB Length: 8:07 minutes **************************************** « Identifying and Monitoring Trends in Occupational Disease » Le suivi des profils et des tendances des maladies professionnelles dans différents secteurs d'activité peut aider à cibler les efforts de prévention. Nous discutons avec Paul Demers du Centre de recherche sur le cancer professionnel au sujet du Système de surveillance des maladies professionnelles (SSMP) et de ce que les données révèlent.   Date de diffusion : 14 juin 2022 Taille du fichier : 5 MB Durée : 8 : 07 minutes

With landscaping season ramping up, here are some tips for working safely. Released: May 16, 2022 File Size: 6 MB Length: 5:50 minutes

Eugene Gutierrez joins CCOHS to talk about the day his father Bot didn't come home from work, the importance of workplace safety, and how Threads of Life supports families affected by workplace tragedies. Released: April 14, 2022 File Size: 7 MB Length: 12:16 minutes -------------------- « Day of Mourning: Eugene Gutierrez' Story » Eugene Gutierrez se joint au CCHST pour parler du jour où son père Bot n'est pas rentré du travail, de l'importance de la sécurité au travail et de la façon dont Fil de Vie soutient les familles touchées par des tragédies au travail. Date de diffusion : 19 avril 2022 Taille du fichier :6 MB Durée : 12 : 16 minutes

Small and medium-sized workplaces rely on safety data sheets for understanding the hazards associated with the chemicals they are using. But what if you have more questions about the chemicals? In this episode, we talk to Dr. Thomas Tenkate from Ryerson University about chemical safety management and a new free tool that can help workplaces more effectively assess and understand chemical hazards. Released: March 9, 2022 File Size:  5.5 MB Length:  8:15 minutes ------------------------- > Les lieux de travail de petite taille et de taille moyenne dépendent de fiches de données de sécurité pour la compréhension des risques associés aux produits chimiques qui y sont utilisés. Mais qu'arrive-t-il si d'autres questions sont soulevées au sujet des produits chimiques? Dans le présent épisode, nous discutons avec Thomas Tenkate, de l'Université Ryerson, de la gestion de la sécurité liée aux produits chimiques et d'un nouvel outil gratuit pouvant aider les lieux de travail à comprendre et à évaluer plus efficacement les risques chimiques. Date de diffusion : 9 mars 2022 Taille du fichier :5 MB Durée : 8 minutes 15 secondes

Work that involves sitting is not without risk of injury. In fact, varicose veins, stiff necks, and numbness in the legs are reported more frequently among seated employees than those doing heavier tasks. Limited mobility contributes to injuries in the parts of the body that move us: the muscles, bones, tendons and ligaments. In this episode, we discuss how to recognize and prevent injuries while sitting at work. Released: February 22, 2022 File Size:  3.8 MB Length:  6:10 minutes

Workers in mining, construction, masonry, and glass and ceramic production are at higher risk of silica exposure, which can cause lung cancer. We discuss how employers can reduce these exposures, including a new silica control tool pilot program in Ontario, with Kimberly O'Connell from the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers. Released: January 18, 2022 File Size:  5.1 MB Length:  8:30 minutes ------------------------- « COVID-19 Vaccines and the Workplace » Les travailleurs dans les secteurs des mines, de la construction, de la maçonnerie et de la production de verre et de céramique courent un risque accru d'exposition à la silice, qui peut causer le cancer du poumon. Nous discutons de la façon dont les employeurs peuvent réduire les expositions potentiellement dangereuses à la silice dans le milieu de travail, et notamment d'un programme pilote sur un nouvel outil de contrôle de la silice qui sera bientôt lancé en Ontario. Date de diffusion : 18 janvier 2022 Taille du fichier : 5.1 MB Durée : 8 : 30 minutes

Vaccines are an important part of a layered approach to workplace safety during COVID-19. We discuss the benefits and challenges. Released: December 14, 2021 File Size:  2.7 MB Length:  4:56 minutes

Radon exposure is a leading cause of lung cancer among workers in Canada. Dr. Cheryl Peters of CAREX Canada discusses the testing process, a common misconception people have, and how employers can keep workers safe from radon. Released: November 22, 2021 File Size:  4.3 MB Length:  6:03 minutes ------------------------- « Keeping Workers Safe from Radon » L'exposition au radon est l'une des principales causes de cancer du poumon chez les travailleurs au Canada. Cheryl Peters, de CAREX Canada, discute du processus d'analyse, d'une idée fausse pourtant bien répandue chez les gens, et de la façon dont les employeurs peuvent protéger les travailleurs contre le radon. Date de diffusion : 22 novembre 2021 Taille du fichier : 4.3 MB Durée : 6 : 03 minutes  

As the pandemic continues to change the way we work, people may be feeling uncertain, stressed, and anxious. Employers have the opportunity and the responsibility to lead with workers' mental health in mind. Dr. Donna Ferguson, a clinical psychologist in the Work Stress and Health Program at the Centre for Mental Health and Addiction, discusses how we can navigate the new normal. Released: October 20, 2021 File Size:  5.5 MB Length:  8:24 minutes ------------------------- « Navigating the New Normal » Selon une étude récente, les Canadiens passent environ 11 heures par jour devant un écran. L'utilisation prolongée d'un ordinateur ou d'un appareil numérique peut entraîner un certain nombre de problèmes oculaires et de vision, des maux de tête, des maux de dos et des troubles du sommeil. Apprenez-en davantage sur la façon de donner à vos yeux la pause dont ils ont besoin. Date de diffusion : 20 octobre 2021 Taille du fichier : 5.5 MB Durée : 8 : 20 minutes

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many workers got used to new remote work environments. With workplaces bringing people back in, it's important to consider possible options. Learn more about hybrid workplaces and how to decide whether this model is right for your organization. Released: September 15, 2021 File Size:  4 MB Length:  6:54 minutes

A recent study reported that Canadians spend about 11 hours a day looking at a screen. Extended computer or digital device use can lead to a number of eye and vision problems, headaches, back pain, and sleep issues. Learn more about giving your eyes the break they need. Released: August 12, 2021 File Size:  3.3 MB Length:  5:38 minutes

No matter the season or type of work, if staff don't drink enough fluids to replace what is lost in the day, they can become dehydrated. Just a small drop can cause a loss of energy, with severe dehydration being a medical emergency. Learn more about keeping workers safe, including tips for recognition and prevention. Released: July 7, 2021 File Size:  3.6 MB Length:  6:08 minutes

Construction workers and those working in jobs with many physical demands may experience injury or pain at a higher rate. Without proper guidance, those who use opioids or other substances to manage this pain may be at an increased risk for experiencing harms. Listen to our podcast conversation with the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction to learn more about the use of opioids, cannabis and alcohol on the jobsite; the challenges faced by workers and employers; and how workplaces can support their employees' health and safety. Released: June 17, 2021 File Size:  7.6 MB Length:  11:56 minutes ---------- « Substance Use on the Jobsite: Challenges and Support Measures » Les travailleurs de la construction et les personnes occupant un emploi physiquement exigeant sont particulièrement exposés aux blessures et aux douleurs. Sans un encadrement adéquat, les travailleurs qui prennent des opioïdes et d'autres substances pour traiter ces douleurs présentent un risque accru d'effets néfastes. Écoutez notre conversation en balado avec le Centre canadien sur les dépendances et l'usage de substances pour en savoir davantage sur la consommation d'opioïdes, de cannabis et d'alcool sur le lieu de travail; sur les défis auxquels sont confrontés les travailleurs et les employeurs; et sur les manières dont les milieux de travail peuvent favoriser la santé et la sécurité des employés. Date de diffusion : 17juin 2021 Taille du fichier : 7.7 mb Durée :  11:56 min

Brain injuries can be among the most serious of workplace injuries. To get a better understanding of the impacts on employees, employers, and how to support staff as they return to work, listen to this CCOHS podcast with researchers from the University of Toronto's Acquired Brain Injury & Society Team. Released: June 4, 2021 File Size:  11 MB Length:  18:02 minutes ---------- « Supporting Workers After a Traumatic Brain Injury » Les traumatismes cérébraux peuvent être considérés comme étant l'une des blessures liées au travail les plus graves. Pour mieux en comprendre les répercussions sur les employés et les employeurs et savoir comment faciliter le retour au travail des personnes ayant subi une telle blessure, écoutez le balado du CCHST avec des chercheurs de l'équipe sur les lésions cérébrales acquises et la société de l'Université de Toronto. Date de diffusion : 4 juin 2021 Taille du fichier : 11 mb Durée :  18:02 min

Workplaces have a duty to protect employees on the job, and part of that commitment includes having a current health and safety program in place. Learn more about the basics of a program, what’s required by law, and how to ensure it’s making a positive impact on your workers. Released: May 6, 2021 File Size:  4.6 MB Length:  8:12 minutes ---------- > Les lieux de travail ont le devoir de protéger les employés au travail, et la mise en place d’un programme de santé et de sécurité fait partie de cet engagement. Découvrez les principes de base d’un programme, les exigences prévues par la loi et les mesures à prendre pour s’assurer que le programme a une incidence positive sur les travailleurs. Date de diffusion : 6 ma1 2021 Taille du fichier : 4.6 mb Durée :  8:12 min

An organization’s key asset is their workers, so ensuring that employees are physically and mentally healthy and able to perform their duties to the best of their ability is the right thing to do. To help achieve this, employers can create a compassionate workplace: one where workers feel safe to share and discuss their concerns, and one that fosters a caring culture of support in which everyone benefits. Learn more about the importance of compassionate workplaces and how to create one in our interview with Jeff Moat, Chief Executive Officer of Pallium Canada. Released: April 19, 2021 File Size:  6.7 MB Length:  10:55 minutes

While many companies are committed to gender equality, a gap still exists between men and women in leadership roles. Learn more as we chat with leaders Lee-Anne Lyon-Bartley and Janet Mannella about their journeys in the field of health and safety. Released: March 26, 2021, 2021 File Size:  14.5 MB Length:  22:38 minutes ---------- Conversations du CCHST : Bien que de nombreuses entreprises s’engagent en faveur de l’égalité des sexes, un fossé subsiste entre les hommes et les femmes dans les postes de direction. Apprenez-en davantage alors que nous discutons avec les dirigeantes Lee Anne Lyon Bartley et Janet Mannella de leurs parcours dans le domaine de la santé et de la sécurité. Date de diffusion : 26 mars 2021 Taille du fichier : 14.5 mb Durée :  22:38 min

This month’s new podcast features a conversation on Canada’s new workplace harassment and violence legislation for federally regulated workplaces. Join Kathaleen Nicholson, Senior Policy Analyst, and Ana-Maria Iliescu-Stieghelbauer, Policy Officer, from Employment and Social Development Canada; and Amy Campbell, CCOHS Health and Safety Program Manager,  as they unpack some of the major components of the legislation including supports for workers and tips for employers as they take action to protect their employees. Released: February 23, 2021 File Size:  13.4 MB Length:  21:30 minutes ---------- (Comprendre la nouvelle réglementation canadienne sur la prévention du harcèlement et de la violence dans le lieu de travail) Le nouveau balado de ce mois-ci présente une discussion sur la nouvelle réglementation canadienne sur la prévention du harcèlement et de la violence dans le lieu de travail, qui vise tous les lieux de travail de compétence fédérale. Nous vous invitons à joindre Kathaleen Nicholson, analyste principale des politiques, et Ana-Maria Iliescu-Stieghelbauer, agente des politiques, toutes deux d’Emploi et Développement social Canada, ainsi qu’Amy Campbell, gestionnaire du Programme de santé et de sécurité au travail du CCHST, alors qu’elles clarifient certains des principaux éléments de la réglementation, y compris le soutien aux travailleurs et les conseils à l’intention des employeurs qui prennent des mesures pour protéger leurs employés. Date de diffusion : 23 février 2021 Taille du fichier : 13.4 mb Durée :  21:30 min

While the signs of workplace harassment and violence aren’t always as clear as we need them to be, there are several preventative and supportive steps that a workplace can take to ensure that workers know how to recognize and report incidents if they happen. Released: January 25, 2021 File Size:  6.3 MB Length:  10:18 minutes

When workers take the time to recharge, they’re making their mental heath a priority – something that’s especially important over the holiday season. Join us in this month’s conversation with Sonya Tonkovich, Canadian Registered Safety Professional, as we learn about the importance of taking our earned breaks, and the contract of connecting for work versus connecting for ourselves. Sonya also shares tips on reconnecting with ourselves, guiding us through a moment of meditation.  Released: December 16, 2020 File Size:  4.5 MB Length:  7:14 minutes *************** > Lorsque les travailleurs prennent le temps de se ressourcer, ils font de leur santé mentale une priorité – ce qui est particulièrement important pendant les vacances. Écoutez notre conversation avec Sonya Tonkovich, Professionnel en sécurité agréé du Canada, qui nous parle de l'importance de prendre une pause bien méritée et nous explique le marché consistant à se connecter pour le travail plutôt que pour soi‑même. Sonya nous donne également des conseils sur la façon de reprendre contact avec soi‑même, notamment en nous guidant dans un moment de méditation. Date de diffusion :16 décembre 2020 Taille du fichier : 4.5 mb Durée :  7:14 min

It’s not a new term but it’s getting attention as more people explore its ways to help improve their day-to-day lives. This month’s new podcast features a conversation discussing emotional intelligence in the workplace. Sue Freeman, Emotional Intelligence Coach and Experiential Psychotherapist, discusses emotional intelligence, why matters in the workplace, and how we can develop our own emotional quotient (EQ). Released: November 27, 2020 File Size:  5.7 MB Length:  10:11 minutes *************** > Ce n'est pas un nouveau terme, mais il attire l'attention alors que de plus en plus de personnes étudient ses possibilités pour améliorer leur vie quotidienne. Le nouveau balado de ce mois-ci présente une conversation sur l'intelligence émotionnelle et son importance sur le lieu de travail. Sue Freeman, coach en intelligence émotionnelle et psychothérapeute d'expérience, parle de l'intelligence émotionnelle, des raisons de son importance sur le lieu de travail et de la manière dont nous pouvons développer notre propre quotient émotionnel (QE). Date de diffusion : 27 novembre 2020 Taille du fichier : 5.7 mb Durée :  10:11 min

The COVID-19 global pandemic has created new challenges for workplaces and workplace inspections are changing to adapt to the new reality and the risk posed to workers. Amy Campbell, Health and Safety Program Manager at CCOHS, discusses how workplace inspections have changed during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Released: July 10, 2020 File Size:  2.4 MB Length:  4:03 minutes ******* « Workplace Inspections During the COVID-19 Pandemic » La pandémie mondiale de COVID-19 a engendré de nouveaux défis pour les milieux de travail. Ainsi, il faut adapter les inspections en milieu de travail pour tenir compte des nouvelles réalités et des risques encourus par les travailleurs. Amy Campbell, gestionnaire du Programme de santé et de sécurité au travail du CCHST, explique les changements apportés aux inspections depuis le début de la pandémie de COVID-19. Date de diffusion : 10 juillet 2020 Taille du fichier :  2.4 mb Durée :  4:03 min

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has challenged employers to equip their workers with the tools they need in order to do their jobs safely at home, and it’s important that this focus includes both mental and physical health. Learn more about what employers and workers can do. Released: May 5, 2020 File Size:  2.3 MB Length:  4:14 minutes

The COVID-19 global pandemic is a challenging time. Preparation, positivity and patience go a long way to protecting our collective health as we all navigate through this unprecedented event together. However, feeling anxious along the way is understandable. Here are some tips to help maintain connections and stay mentally well. Released: May 5, 2020 File Size:  1.8 MB Length:  3:24 minutes

There’s no escaping the fact that working at heights is risky. Every year, workers die or are injured as a result of falling from ladders, scaffolds, roofs or other elevations. In this episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares steps employers and workers can take to minimize the risk, and help prevent falls and the injuries that go along with them. Released: March 17, 2020 File Size:  4 MB Length:  5:12 minutes

Nanomaterials have many useful properties; however, the same properties that make them desirable in manufacturing present unique potential safety hazards that are possible when workers are exposed to them. In this episode, Todd Irick from OHCOW’s Nanotechnology and Health Network explains why nanotechnology is a  health and safety concern in the workplace and how exposure to nanomaterials can be controlled. Released: March 9, 2020 File Size:  7.2 MB Length:  9:55 minutes *************** « The Hazards of Nanomaterials and How to Control Exposure » Les nanomatériaux ont de nombreuses propriétés utiles; cependant, les mêmes propriétés qui les rendent avantageux pour le secteur manufacturier présentent des dangers particuliers pour la sécurité des travailleurs qui y sont exposés. Dans cet épisode, Todd Irick du Réseau de nanotechnologie et de santé de l’OHCOW explique pourquoi les nanotechnologies constituent un problème de santé et de sécurité sur le lieu de travail et comment on peut contenir l'exposition aux nanomatériaux. Date de diffusion : 9 mars 2020 Taille du fichier : 7.2 mb Durée :  9:55 min

The CSA Standard Carer-inclusive and accommodating organizations standard was created to help employers support workers in Canada who provide care and assistance to family or friends living with ongoing conditions, while working at the same time. In this episode Dr. Allison Williams, chair of the committee that created the standard, discusses how workplaces can support the growing numbers of carer-workers. Released: February 26, 2020 File Size:  10.7 MB Length:  14:37 minutes **************** « Bridging the Gap Between Caregiving and Work | Carer-Inclusive Standard for Workplaces » La norme Organisations favorisant et appuyant les aidants naturels de l’Association canadienne de normalisation (ACN) vise à aider les employeurs à soutenir les personnes au Canada qui prodiguent des soins et offrent leur aide à des membres de leur famille ou à des amis qui vivent avec une maladie, tout en occupant un emploi. Dans cet épisode, Allison Williams, présidente du comité qui a créé cette norme, explique comment les milieux de travail peuvent soutenir les aidants naturels de plus en plus nombreux. Date de diffusion : 26 février 2020 Taille du fichier : 10.7 mb Durée :  14:37 min

International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day is February 29th.  As the only “non-repetitive” day of the year, it’s the ideal date to devote to raising awareness of repetitive strain injuries.  Listen for tips to help identify the risk factors and avoid the patterns that can lead to these injuries. Released: January 29, 2020 File Size:  3.8 MB Length:  3:26 minutes

Harsh winter conditions can appear out of nowhere. When they do, many drivers may get caught off-guard. No matter how many winters you’ve driven through, it’s always a good idea to take some time to prepare before heading out into the elements keeping in mind some safe driving advice. Released: December 12, 2019 File Size:  3.2 MB Length:  3:41 minutes

According to the 2017 Canadian Survey on Disability, 1 in 5 Canadians between 25-64 years of age have at least one disability. That means there are about 4 million adults experiencing limitations - including physical, chronic pain, cognitive, and mental health issues - many of which are not immediately apparent to others. Accommodating workers with these nonvisible disabilities is not just a legal requirement, but it also makes good business sense. Released: November 26, 2019 File Size:  4.7 MB Length:  5:29 minutes

Sonya Tonkovich from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares tips on what should be included in a comprehensive return to work program, and how organizations can support workers returning to work from both physical and mental health related leaves. Released: October 24, 2019 File Size:  4.91 MB Length:  5 :56 minutes ********** « Supporting Workers with a Comprehensive Return to Work Program » Sonya Tonkovich, du Centre canadien d’hygiène et de sécurité au travail (CCHST), donne des conseils sur les éléments à inclure dans un programme complet de retour au travail, et sur la façon dont les organisations peuvent appuyer les travailleurs qui retournent au travail à la suite de congés de maladie en raison de troubles physiques ou mentaux. Date de diffusion : 24 octobre 2019 Taille du fichier: 4.91 mb Durée:  5:56 min

The spread of artificial intelligence into science, society, and the workplace is a revolutionary change that will have profound impact on not only jobs but also on the well-being of workers.  Bill Wilkerson, Executive Chairman of Mental Health International authored a recently published report entitled One Human One Not: Mental Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence. In this episode Bill shares his views and findings from the report and recommends that AI be managed carefully to prevent it from becoming a major intruder into the mental health and well-being of workers and families. Released: September 20, 2019 File Size:  9.3 MB Length:  12:39 minutes ********** « Artificial Intelligence: Managing the Positive and Negative Implications for Workers. » La propagation de l’intelligence artificielle dans le milieu scientifique, la société et les lieux de travail est un changement révolutionnaire qui aura de profondes répercussions non seulement sur les emplois, mais aussi sur le bien-être des travailleurs. Bill Wilkerson, président exécutif de Mental Health International, a récemment publié un rapport sur la santé mentale à l’ère de l’intelligence artificielle intitulé One Human One Not: Mental Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence. Dans cet épisode, Bill nous fait part de son point de vue et des conclusions du rapport, et recommande que l’intelligence artificielle soit gérée avec soin afin qu’elle ne porte pas atteinte à la santé mentale et au bien-être des travailleurs et de leur famille. Date de diffusion : 20 septembre 2019 Taille du fichier :  9.3 mb Durée :  12:39 min

From working long days, driving long distances, and the pressures of meeting delivery deadlines, truck drivers work under unique conditions that present many health and safety challenges. In this podcast episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares steps that both employers and workers can take to minimize the health and safety risks that come with long-haul trucking. Released: August 19, 2019 File Size:  4 MB Length:  4:51 minutes

Gossip, intimidation, and offensive behavior. These are just a few examples of harassment. Do they exist in your workplace? Are you or a co-worker the victim? Listen to this interview and discover tips and advice as you learn more about harassment in the workplace. Released: July 31, 2019 File Size:  5.7 MB Length:  7:32 minutes    

Valerie Wolfe is the Regional Executive Director of Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW), who, in collaboration with CCOHS, has developed and launched, the website Prevent Occupational Disease. In this podcast interview Valerie Wolfe discusses occupational disease and prevention. Released: June 26, 2019 File Size:  4.8 MB Length:  6:02 minutes ******* « Occupational Disease and Prevention with Valerie Wolfe » Valerie Wolfe est directrice régionale principale des Centres de santé des travailleurs (ses) de l'Ontario Inc. (OHCOW), qui, en collaboration avec le CCHST, ont élaboré et lancé le site Web Prévenir les maladies professionnelle. Dans cette entrevue en baladodiffusion Valerie Wolfe parle de maladies professionnelles et de prévention. Date de diffusion : 26 juin 2019 Taille du fichier :  4.8 mb Durée :  6: 02 min

Steve Tizzard, Radio Operator on the Hibernia Platform in the North Atlantic Ocean, shares his experience working in isolation, away from family and friends, and what catapulted him to champion a mental health peer-to-peer support program in his workplace. Released: May 3, 2019 File Size:  7.83 MB Length:  8:33 minutes ******* « Peer-to-Peer Support and Mental Health in the Workplace: An Interview with Steve Tizzard » Steve Tizzard, opérateur radio sur la plateforme Hibernia, dans l’océan Atlantique nord, parlera de son expérience de travail en isolement, loin de sa famille et de ses amis, et de ce qui l’a motivé à se faire le champion d’un programme de soutien en santé mentale entre pairs dans son milieu de travail. Date de diffusion : 3 mai 2019 Taille du fichier:  7.83 mb Durée:  8 :33 min

Threads of Life speaker Lisa Kadosa shares her family’s story of how a workplace tragedy impacted their lives and what she’s doing now to spread awareness about prevention. Released: April 16, 2019 File Size:  8.98 MB Length:  9:48 minutes

Toxic air, flammable vapours and the only way out is through a small opening – this situation is just one of many scenarios that describe what it’s like to work in a confined space. While hazards can be found in every type of workspace, confined spaces have the potential to be even more hazardous. In this podcast, CCOHS shares tips to identify and control the hazards and risks when working in confined spaces. Released: March 25, 2019 File Size:   4.7 MB Length:   5:05 minutes

Bullying in the workplace is recognized as a serious problem that can cause undue stress, anxiety, and low morale among workers. In this episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) lists types of bullying behaviour, the psychological impacts it can have, and provides tips for prevention. Released: February 22, 2019 File Size:   4 MB Length:   4:28 minutes

The success of a joint health and safety committee depends partly on how well the committee meetings are organized and conducted. In this episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety shares 8 tips to help make your health and safety committee meetings effective. Released: January 23, 2019 File Size:   3 MB Length:   3:09 minutes

Anne Tennier, President and Chief Executive Officer at the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares a holiday message along with her thoughts on the importance of collaboration, and what to look for in occupational health and safety in the new year. Released: December 18, 2018 File Size: 4.8 MB Length:  5:19 minutes

Every year in Canada, hundreds of workers experience carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Many survive, but others are not so fortunate. During the winter months, this odourless, colourless, deadly gas creeps back into the spotlight. The heightened concern is due in part to the increased use of furnaces, space heaters and generators, as we try to escape the cold, but also because of the use of fuel burning tools indoors. Understand the hazards of carbon monoxide and how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Released: November 29, 2018 File Size: 6.5 MB Length:  7:00 minute

Help your co-workers to breathe easy by maintaining a fragrance-free workplace. This podcast discusses the issues of scents sensitivities in the workplace and provides information on how fragrances can impact the health of your coworkers. Released: October 4, 2018 File Size: 4 MB Length:  4:13 minutes

Emma Ashurst, Senior Occupational Health and Safety Specialist at the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) explains what steps to take when implementing strategies to strengthen the overall mental health of a workplace. From conducting a hazard analysis for mental health, to implementing policies, this episode offers tips to encourage positive mental health. Released: September 28, 2018 File Size: 11.7 MB Length:  12:45 minutes

Jan Chappel, Senior Technical Specialist at the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) explains what should be covered in an impairment policy and how employers should respond if they suspect someone is impaired in their workplace. Released: August 29, 2018 File Size: 4 MB Length:  4:15 minutes

Unpleasant encounters with ticks and mosquitos can lead to diseases such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus. This podcast episode provides helpful information outdoor workers can use to protect themselves from these pesky summer pests. Released: July 17, 2018 File Size: 4.3 MB Length:  4:39 minutes

Whether you fear lightning or consider it a natural wonder, it’s a very real hazard that requires caution. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares tips on what safety measures to take when faced with a lightning storm while working outdoors. Released: June 26, 2018 File Size: 6.4 MB Length:  6:00 minutes  

Employee orientation is the process of introducing any new worker to the organization, their supervisors, co-workers, jobs, and especially to health and safety. In this podcast we focus on what employers can do to help their new and young workers start a new job on the right foot and stay safe at work. Released: May 23, 2018 File Size: 7.5 MB Length:  8:00 minutes

Farming is a way of life for many Canadian families - and one of the most hazardous occupations. In this podcast episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares tips on how to work safely with tractors and other farming equipment. Released: March 12, 2018 File Size: 4.90 MB Length:  5:21 minutes  

Whether you use them as part of your job, or when at home, mowers may seem simple enough to operate but there are serious hazards that come with operating any power tool. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) offers tips for the safe use of power mowers. Released: July 20, 2017 File Size: 4.20 MB Length: 4:35 minutes

In this episode of Health and Safety to Go! the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) discuss the causes of fatigue and shares tips on ways workers and employers can fight fatigue in the workplace. Released: December 15, 2016 File Size: 2.4 MB Length: 2:38 minutes

This podcast discusses how the Zika virus can affect Canadians and what precautionary measures workers and employers can take. Released: August 29, 2016 File Size: 5 MB Length: 4:52 minutes

Dr. Thomas Tenkate, Associate Professor and Director at the School of Occupational and Public Health at Ryerson University in Toronto discusses the importance of sun safety in the workplace, developing a sun safety program, and his current project, Sun Safety at Work Canada, with CCOHS. Released: July 25, 2016 File Size: 6.6 MB Length: 7:11 minutes ------------------------------------------------------------------ « Sun Safety at Work with Thomas Tenkate » Le Dr Thomas Tenkate, professeur agrégé et directeur de l’École de santé au travail et de santé publique à l’Université Ryerson de Toronto, discute de l’importance de la protection solaire au travail, de l’élaboration d’un programme de protection solaire et de son projet en cours, Safety at Work Canada, avec le CCHST. Date de diffusion : le 25 juillet 2016 Taille du fichier : 6.6 mb Durée : 7 : 11 minutes

Noise is one of the most common occupational health hazards as it can cause permanent, irreversible hearing loss. This episode of Health and Safety To Go! Shares what workers and their supervisors can do to help prevent permanent hearing loss at work. Released: June 28, 2016 File Size: 3.7 MB Length: 3:59 minutes

From the Director; Director Eileen Simmons talks about goings on at the library. May 2016: Library Director Eileen Simmons Music: Quintent No. 1 in Bb Major, by Giuseppe Cambini Size: 3.16 Mb Length: 3:26

Threads of Life speaker Amber Hiuser sat down with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) to share her personal story of recovery from being injured on the job as a young worker. Released: April 22, 2016 File Size:  4.17 MB Length:  4:33 minutes ----------------------------------------------------------------- « Injured on the Job: Amber Hiuser’s Road to Recovery » Amber Hiuser, animatrice de Fil de vie, a rencontré le personnel du Centre canadien d’hygiène et de sécurité au travail (CCHST) pour raconter son histoire personnelle de rétablissement après avoir été blessée au travail alors qu’elle était une jeune travailleuse. Date de diffusion : le 26 avril 2016 Taille du fichier:  4.17 mb Durée:  4 : 33 minutes

From the Director; Director Eileen Simmons talks about goings on at the library. January 2016: Library Director Eileen Simmons Music: Quintent No. 1 in Bb Major, by Giuseppe Cambini Size: 3.52 Mb Length: 3:50

You may find out that the unsightly bump on your hand or wrist causing you pain or discomfort is a "ganglion cyst”, and it may be caused by the type of work you do. This podcast from CCOHS talks more about ganglions, what causes them, and how you may prevent them. Released: February 17, 2011 Availability: On Demand – Listen to it now! File Size: 2.27 MB Length: 2.29 minutes

Join CCOHS and Claire Cohalan, Radiation Scientist at the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada for the second of this two-part mini-series on radiation in the workplace. This episode focuses on safety and how workers can protect themselves from radiation in the workplace. Part one of the series is entitled Radiation in the Workplace: The Basics. Released: December 14, 2011 File Size: 7.38 MB Length: 8:03 minutes

Join CCOHS and Claire Cohalan, Radiation Scientist at the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada in this special two-part mini-series on radiation in the workplace. This episode focuses on radiation basics such as what is radiation, where it can be found and the health effects to workers.Released: November 10, 2011 File Size: 8.64 MB Length: 9:26 minutes

Donna Hardaker, Workplace Mental Health Specialist for the Canadian Mental Health Association’s York Region Branch, discusses mental health in the workplace and how to relieve workplace stress. Released: January 7, 2010 Availability: On Demand – Listen to it now! File Size: 7.68 MB Length: 8:24 min Price: FREE