With large organizations, we know it can be difficult or near impossible to have your foot in the door of every department and every team....

Canadian workers are exposed to hazardous materials in the workplace or at home nearly every day. Even seemingly common products like household cleaners can be harmful if used in the...

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Solar eclipses are rare and exciting events that inspire worldwide awe, drawing millions of eyes. But they're also quite dangerous and even potentially harmful if certain precautions aren't taken....

Did you know that workers aged 15 – 24 are three times more likely to be injured on the job than experienced workers? Protecting the health and safety of all...

Did you know November is fall prevention month? No matter what kind of work you do, there’s most likely going to be a situation with the potential for injury due...

Did you know yesterday, October 10, was World Mental Health Day? Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health and more specifically, burnout, have become an increasingly discussed topic,...

Did you know June 24 is International Self-care Day? No matter your work environment or the type of work you do, always remember your employees are just as important as...

Here at PSHSA, we strive to create safe and healthy workplaces for everyone, no matter who you love or how you identify. As we near the end of Pride Month,...

New policies regarding disconnecting from work came into play earlier this month. How can you look after your mental health away from the office?...

The two-part, industry-led project supports the sector in preventing workplace injury and illness by identifying the high-risk hazards workers are most exposed to and developing solutions to mitigate risk....

The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) applies to police agencies and their workers (police officers) although they are bound by the provisions of the Police Services Act. Both are...

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April 27 is International Noise Awareness Day! Established in 1996 by the Center for Hearing and Communication, INAD was created to raise awareness and educate the public about the harmful...

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As we near the end of Black History Month, we wanted to provide an opportunity for reflection on all we have learned, and all we intend to learn outside of...

PSHSA and the Conference Board of Canada developed an Occupational Stress Injury Resiliency tool to understand risks and prevention strategies for occupational stress injuries....

Today (January 26, 2022) is Bell Let’s Talk Day. Over the years, you’ve likely seen the campaign across social media platforms, on TV and wherever you receive your news. Bell...

"Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success." –Henry Ford...

Do you work outside in cold temperatures, like roadwork or emergency services? What about moving care recipients between locations, or simply driving to and from work in icy conditions? Consider...

Did you know that October is Global Ergonomics Month? One in every ten Canadian adults have had a repetitive strain injury (RSI) serious enough to limit normal activities. Is this...

The province has officially introduced vaccine policy requirements for high-risk settings across the province and is now requiring proof of vaccination to enter certain businesses....

Thursday, September 30, 2021 is the inaugural National Day for Truth and Reconciliation which also falls on Orange Shirt Day. With the last of 140 federally run Indian Residential Schools...

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While we may be thankful that the weather has turned warmer and we can spend our free days out for hikes or at the beach with our friends and family,...

When hungry and on the go, people gravitate towards quick fixes like a slice of pizza or a smoothie versus a large meal with all the fixings. The same can...

The mental health and well-being of first responders and front-line workers is more important than ever as they face unprecedented stress and pressure while dealing with the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic...

A lot has changed in our workplaces lately, but the importance of diversity and inclusion remains constant. As we near the end of Pride Month, we know it is important...

This study aims to understand the perspective and experiences of nurses, their support needs to cope with the COVID-19 crisis, and its consequences....

North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week occurs every year during the first full week of May. While it is crucial to focus on the importance of preventing injury...

During the COVID-19 pandemic many things have changed in our society, but when it comes to occupational health and safety, not much is new....

IPAC Basic Awareness Training will help workers familiarize themselves with infectious hazards, including COVID-19, and help workplace parties prevent them as more workplaces reopen....

In an era of great advancements in technology, many of us are spending a significant amount of time in front of screens without acknowledging the effects on our body. It's...

You're invited to participate in the testing of a new screening tool evaluating the risk of OSI among Ontario's First Responders....

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Since many organizations have now made the move to becoming a virtual organization, we wanted to share a few ergonomic tips for setting up your home office workspace....

We are all going through a great deal of change right now. Many of us have made the transition to a work from home arrangement, and are learning how to...

We are pleased to announce that PSHSA is an Approved Provider of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board’s new Health and Safety Excellence Program!...

PSHSA reached out to Ontario dentist offices to get an inside look on implementing workplace health and safety programs in their workplaces....

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Each and every day, paramedics work tirelessly to provide care and support to hundreds of thousands of individuals across our country....

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When discussing workplace injuries, the issues that come to mind might be an accident or a fall, but workers may not think about the ones that could affect their health...

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When most people hear the word ergonomics, they often think of office environment and equipment, but ergonomics is much more than chairs, computers and keyboards with wrist pads. Ergonomics is...

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National Nursing Week is May 7-13, 2018. In recognition of this important occasion, we wanted to share a list of the top reasons we appreciate the nursing profession and all...

In 2017, the Government of Canada surveyed Canadians to determine the prevalence of harassment in the workplace. According to the results, 50% of respondents experienced harassment from an individual with...

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April 8-16 is National Wildlife Week and the focus of this year is on our connection with wildlife. Since the Canadian Wildlife Federation is interested in celebrating positive engagements...

National Dental Hygienists Week is a time to reflect on what dental hygiene means to those of us in the profession....

Earth Hour first began in Sydney, Australia in 2007 when 2.2 million individuals and 2,000 businesses all went dark to take a stand against climate change....