There are many irritants in the workplace that can trigger allergic reactions. The following treatments may help reduce seasonal allergy symptoms: Antihistamines Decongestants Saline solution
Quick Tips
Properly label all hazardous chemicals Train workers to properly handle, store, and transport hazardous chemicals Store unused chemicals in a safe storage area Plan movements and transports
Prior to using the thickness planer, check board for loose knots, nails, staples or other debris that could come loose during the planing process Use dust removal equipment when using... read more →
WorkSafeBC defines a safeguard as a "solution or combination of solutions that eliminate or reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous moving parts or other harmful conditions". Safeguarding Solution(s) Elimination... read more →
Share information about health and safety- engage all workers Encourage participative communication Recognize and encourage participation Discuss the benefits of participating in health and safety
Stages of Cold Water Immersion Cold Water Shock( 2-3 Minutes) Hyperventilation Muscle spasms Change in heart rate/blood pressure Impaired Function (3-30 Minutes) Loss of basic motor skills Loss of strength... read more →
The three most common types of burns in the workplace are electrical, chemical, and thermal (heat). For first degree burns, immerse the area in cold water, take some water and... read more →
Lead is a highly toxic material which can cause severe neurological disorders and cancer. Lead can be found in the demolition, manufacturing, and recycling industries commonly. Lead is toxic to... read more →
Hazards found in a regular workspace are also present in a confined space, however when working in a confined space such as a tunnel, well, manhole, tank, culvert, ditch, or... read more →
Hazards found in a regular workspace are also present in a confined space, however when working in a confined space such as a tunnel, well, manhole, tank, culvert, ditch, or... read more →