Just in time for International RSI Awareness Day on February 28, CCOHS outlines the cause of work related repetitive strain injuries and offers tips on how to prevent them.

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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.

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We live in a world that revolves around constant communication and, while that comes with many positive aspects, there can be downsides. CCOHS explains what cyberbullying is and outlines ways to prevent you from becoming a target for this behaviour as you use your electronic communications devices and email.

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Chris Moore, Manager, Training and Education Services at CCOHS explains how management systems help to provide a framework for building health and safety programs to achieve better performance and an overall healthier workplace.

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CCOHS shares tips on how to drive safely in extreme weather such as snow, ice and slush.

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Lea Neglia, Chemical Safety Tools, Working Group Leader at CCOHS shares what Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are used for, why it’s so important to have one, and the challenges Canadians face when authoring MSDSs.

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Occupational noise is one of the most common health hazards in the workplace and can affect people differently, depending on how susceptible they are. CCOHS explains the types of workplace noise and how it can affect your health.

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Jim Clemmer, Practical Leadership Strategist and best-selling author outlines how organizations can lead their teams and incorporate health and safety into its organizational culture.

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When teleworking (or working from home), it’s important to address all of the health and safety concerns just as you would at any workplace. CCOHS shares tips and recommendations on how to make your telework office a safe one.

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Dr. P.K. Abeytunga, Vice President and Director General of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, shares the importance of creating an integrated, comprehensive approach to health and wellness in the workplace.

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CCOHS shares 9 healthy hygiene habits to help prevent the spread of germs (and to keep from catching someone else’s) during the cough, cold and flu season.

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Giselle Kovary, Managing Partner and Co-founder of n-gen People Performance Inc. discusses the four generations of workers that make up our workforce, and the unique identities and behaviors of each in the workplace. Giselle Kovary is a featured speaker at Forum III, Mar 8 & 9, 2010.

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Jan Chappel, Senior Technical Specialist of CCOHS discusses heat stress and how to stay safe when working in extreme heat.

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Special guest Len Hong, PCEO of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, shares how employers can help young workers stay safe at work.

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Special guest Len Hong, PCEO of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, discusses how organizations can plan and prepare for a possible flu outbreak by having a business continuity plan.

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Special guest Len Hong, PCEO of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, talks about the National Day of Mourning and its relevance to Canadians.

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