Safe and Sound with CCOHS
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CCOHS produces monthly podcasts on a wide variety of topics related to workplace health and safety. Each episode is designed to keep you current with information, tips and insights into the health, safety and well-being of working Canadians. You can download the audio segment to your computer or MP3 player and listen to it at your own convenience.!
Épisodes 301
Polysensibilité chimique en milieu de travail
Une exposition régulière à des produits de tous les jours comme les nettoyants, les assainisseurs d'air, les savons et les parfums peut constituer un obstacle à un travail sécuritaire et confortable pour les …
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Une exposition régulière à des produits de tous les jours comme les nettoyants, les assainisseurs d'air, les savons et les parfums peut constituer un obstacle à un travail sécuritaire et confortable pour les travailleurs souffrant de polysensibilité chimique et les nombreuses autres personnes sensibles aux parfums. Michel Gaudet, de l'Association pour la santé environnementale du Canada, se joint à nous pour discuter de la façon dont les employeurs peuvent favoriser un air intérieur plus propre pour tous.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity and the Workplace
For workers with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, and the many more with fragrance sensitivity, routine exposures to everyday products like cleaners, air fresheners, soaps and perfumes can be a barrier to working …
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For workers with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, and the many more with fragrance sensitivity, routine exposures to everyday products like cleaners, air fresheners, soaps and perfumes can be a barrier to working safely and comfortably. Rohini Peris of the Environmental Health Association of Canada joins us to discuss how employers can support cleaner indoor air for everyone.
How Emerging Ergonomics Technologies Could Reduce Workplace MSDs
Work shouldn't hurt, but for many workers in Canada, it does. Dr. Steven Fischer joins us to discuss how, when paired with the right programs, insights from emerging ergonomics technologies have the potential …
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Work shouldn't hurt, but for many workers in Canada, it does. Dr. Steven Fischer joins us to discuss how, when paired with the right programs, insights from emerging ergonomics technologies have the potential to help organizations prevent musculoskeletal disorders.
Understanding the Criminal Code and Canadian Workplaces
Despite workplaces making significant investments in programs meant to improve occupational health and safety, serious incidents still happen. Criminal Code expert Rob Stewart joins us to discuss why compliance …
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Despite workplaces making significant investments in programs meant to improve occupational health and safety, serious incidents still happen. Criminal Code expert Rob Stewart joins us to discuss why compliance at the leadership level may not be making things safer on the ground in the workplace, and how employers can learn to identify warning signs before they turn into tragedies.
Signaux de fumée : Comment la qualité de l'air extérieur nuit à la sécurité au travail
Les épisodes de mauvaise qualité de l'air sont en hausse, ce qui nuit à la santé et à la sécurité des personnes travaillant à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur. Avoir un plan clair avant que la fumée ou la poussière …
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Les épisodes de mauvaise qualité de l'air sont en hausse, ce qui nuit à la santé et à la sécurité des personnes travaillant à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur. Avoir un plan clair avant que la fumée ou la poussière ne se répande n'est qu'une des choses que les employeurs peuvent faire pour maintenir les travailleurs en santé. Matea Kokorovic, spécialiste technique principale, se joint à nous pour discuter de ce que les employeurs et les travailleurs doivent savoir.
Smoke Signals: How Outdoor Air Quality Affects Workplace Safety
Poor air quality events are on the rise, affecting the health and safety of both outdoor and indoor workers. Having a clear plan ready before the smoke or dust rolls in is just one of the things employers can …
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Poor air quality events are on the rise, affecting the health and safety of both outdoor and indoor workers. Having a clear plan ready before the smoke or dust rolls in is just one of the things employers can do to keep workers healthy. Senior Technical Specialist Matea Kokorovic joins us to discuss what employers and workers need to know.
What Occupational Health and Safety Could Look Like in 2040
Dr. Arif Jetha recently led a research study that scanned nearly 400 signals of change to map out where occupational health and safety is headed. He explains why leaders need to balance today's challenges with …
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Dr. Arif Jetha recently led a research study that scanned nearly 400 signals of change to map out where occupational health and safety is headed. He explains why leaders need to balance today's challenges with tomorrow's, and what employers, policymakers and workers can do to stay ahead.
The Evolution of Psychological Health and Safety
In today's workplace, we know that prioritizing psychological safety alongside physical safety is part of building a truly healthy and safe environment. But that hasn't always been the case. Consultant and …
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In today's workplace, we know that prioritizing psychological safety alongside physical safety is part of building a truly healthy and safe environment. But that hasn't always been the case. Consultant and expert Mary Ann Baynton joins us to discuss how approaches to psychological health and safety have evolved over time.
Data-Driven Approaches to Health and Safety
Association of Workers' Compensation Boards of Canada CEO Janet MacEachern joins us to discuss national injury trends, and how workplaces can use AWCBC's data to support prevention locally.
Jour de deuil: L'histoire de Jessica Blackie Gillis
L'ambassadrice de Threads of Life, Jessica Blackie Gillis, a vu sa vie basculer le jour où son frère est décédé dans une tragédie évitable sur son lieu de travail. Écoutez son témoignage bouleversant.
Day of Mourning - Jessica Blackie Gillis' Story
Threads of Life Ambassador Jessica Blackie Gillis' life changed forever the day her brother died in a preventable workplace tragedy. Hear her powerful story.
Supporting Workers with Chronic Pain
Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Canadians. It may occur after an injury has healed, or without a known cause. Dr. Andrea Furlan, a pain doctor from the University Health Network at the University of Toronto, joins …
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Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Canadians. It may occur after an injury has healed, or without a known cause. Dr. Andrea Furlan, a pain doctor from the University Health Network at the University of Toronto, joins us to discuss how employers can support workers affected by chronic pain, and how workers can find relief.
Sit, Stand, Stretch: Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries at Work
Whether work involves prolonged sitting or standing, reducing repetitive strain injuries starts with identifying the hazards and risk factors and improving job design. Here's where workplaces can start.
Les principales questions de santé et de sécurité de 2025
Nous révélons les questions en matière de santé et de sécurité les plus populaires de l'année, comme elles ont été envoyées à notre Ligne d'information sur la sécurité.
Top Health and Safety Questions of 2025
We reveal the most popular health and safety questions of the year, as sent to our Safety InfoLine service.
Réduction de l'exposition à la silice en milieu de travail
L'exposition à la silice, qui peut causer le cancer du poumon, touche les travailleurs de plusieurs secteurs, mais la majorité des expositions surviennent dans la construction et le génie civil. Meghan Friesen …
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L'exposition à la silice, qui peut causer le cancer du poumon, touche les travailleurs de plusieurs secteurs, mais la majorité des expositions surviennent dans la construction et le génie civil. Meghan Friesen, des Centres de santé des travailleurs (ses) de l'Ontario, se joint à nous pour discuter de la façon dont l'Outil de gestion de la silice peut aider à réduire le risque d'exposition et à protéger les travailleurs.
Reducing Silica Exposure in the Workplace
Exposure to silica can cause serious occupational diseases, including lung cancer. Meghan Friesen of the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers joins us to discuss how the Silica Control Tool can help …
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Exposure to silica can cause serious occupational diseases, including lung cancer. Meghan Friesen of the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers joins us to discuss how the Silica Control Tool can help reduce the risk of exposure and protect workers.
Psychological Health and Safety in Action with Troy Winters
When thinking about workplace health and safety, physical safety is usually top of mind. But for a workplace to be truly healthy and safe, psychological safety is also an essential component. Troy Winters …
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When thinking about workplace health and safety, physical safety is usually top of mind. But for a workplace to be truly healthy and safe, psychological safety is also an essential component. Troy Winters, National Health and Safety Coordinator for CUPE, joins us to discuss what that looks like in practice.
Prévenir les maladies respiratoires infectieuses au travail
Les maladies respiratoires infectieuses peuvent se propager facilement en milieu de travail, et leurs symptômes varient de légers à très graves. Nous discutons des mesures que nous pouvons tous prendre pour …
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Les maladies respiratoires infectieuses peuvent se propager facilement en milieu de travail, et leurs symptômes varient de légers à très graves. Nous discutons des mesures que nous pouvons tous prendre pour nous protéger et protéger les autres pendant la saison du rhume et de la grippe.
Preventing Respiratory Infectious Diseases in the Workplace
Respiratory infectious diseases can spread easily in the workplace, with symptoms ranging from mild to very serious. We discuss the steps we can all take to protect ourselves and others during cold and flu season.
A Safe and Welcoming Workplace for Newcomers
Immigrants contribute significantly to Canada's economy but often face challenges that could impact their health and safety. We speak with Bill Chen of Workplace Safety and Protection Services on how workplaces …
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Immigrants contribute significantly to Canada's economy but often face challenges that could impact their health and safety. We speak with Bill Chen of Workplace Safety and Protection Services on how workplaces can create safer and more welcoming environments for newcomers.
Creating Workplaces Where Everyone Can Thrive
Despite legislation designed to protect the rights of two-spirit, trans and non-binary people in Canada, many still face discrimination in their daily lives, including at work or seeking employment. A recent …
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Despite legislation designed to protect the rights of two-spirit, trans and non-binary people in Canada, many still face discrimination in their daily lives, including at work or seeking employment. A recent study by Egale Canada seeks to better understand their challenges.
L'été à l'extérieur, prenez garde à la chaleur : Conseils pour travailler en toute sécurité dehors
À mesure que les journées s'allongent et que les températures grimpent, il est agréable de passer plus de temps dehors. Cependant, le travail à l'extérieur durant l'été comporte des risques particuliers. Dans …
Notes de l’épisode
À mesure que les journées s'allongent et que les températures grimpent, il est agréable de passer plus de temps dehors. Cependant, le travail à l'extérieur durant l'été comporte des risques particuliers. Dans cet épisode, nous examinons ces dangers et proposons des conseils pour que les employeurs et les travailleurs puissent y faire face.
Temps Up, Heads Up - Working Safely Outdoors
As days get longer and temperatures rise, it's great to be able to spend more time outside. But working outdoors in the summer comes with unique hazards. We take a look at what those hazards are, and how …
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As days get longer and temperatures rise, it's great to be able to spend more time outside. But working outdoors in the summer comes with unique hazards. We take a look at what those hazards are, and how employers and workers can prepare.
Day of Mourning: Tracey Csordas' Story
Threads of Life Ambassador Tracey Csordas' life changed forever the day her brother died in a preventable workplace tragedy. Hear her powerful story.
Climate Change Impacts on Workplace Health and Safety with Dr. Sarah Henderson
Extreme weather events driven by climate change are happening across Canada with increasing frequency. Dr. Sarah Henderson joins us to discuss the potential impacts on workers and how workplaces can build more …
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Extreme weather events driven by climate change are happening across Canada with increasing frequency. Dr. Sarah Henderson joins us to discuss the potential impacts on workers and how workplaces can build more climate resiliency.
The Future of Work with Tyler Waye
The world around us is changing rapidly – and so is the workplace and what motivates us. Work and leadership strategist Tyler Waye joins us to discuss what employers and workers can do to build the thriving …
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The world around us is changing rapidly – and so is the workplace and what motivates us. Work and leadership strategist Tyler Waye joins us to discuss what employers and workers can do to build the thriving workplaces of the future.
Addressing Inequities in Personal Protective Equipment
When personal protective equipment is designed with diverse body types in mind, everyone in the workplace benefits. Dr. Amin Yazdani joins us to discuss how using breakthrough technology can shape the design of …
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When personal protective equipment is designed with diverse body types in mind, everyone in the workplace benefits. Dr. Amin Yazdani joins us to discuss how using breakthrough technology can shape the design of more inclusive PPE for workers in Canada.
The Health Impacts of Physically Demanding Work
Do physically active occupations make for healthier workers? Not necessarily. In this episode, Dr. Avi Biswas, scientist at the Institute for Work and Health, shares recommendations for safe, practical physical …
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Do physically active occupations make for healthier workers? Not necessarily. In this episode, Dr. Avi Biswas, scientist at the Institute for Work and Health, shares recommendations for safe, practical physical activity designed to meet the diverse needs of workers.
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