We have worked with a variety of companies to address prevention-related issues. Our prevention teams have extensive experience with providing organizations with expertise, guidance, support and thought leadership in the following areas:
- Motor Vehicle Incidents
How to avoid motor vehicle accidents.
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Musculoskeletal Disorders and Ergonomics
Resources to help you recognize, assess and control ergonomic hazards that could lead to painful and costly musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
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National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO)
A certificate awarded to those who have practical construction knowledge and a wide range of health and safety training.
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Noise Awareness
Information about the effects of noise and how to control it.
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Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
Online version of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations that can be searched by topic or keyword.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Information on protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, and respirators.
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Return to Work
Resources to help injured workers get back to safe and productive work as soon as possible.
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Road Safety Solutions
Programs, products and services to assist the employer in the development and implementation of a road safety program.
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Safety Talks
A comprehensive collection of 5-minute safety talks that reminds workers about health and safety issues on the jobsite.
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Slips, Trips, and Falls
In the industries served by IHSA, slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of fatalities and critical injuries across Ontario.
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Smoking and Smoking Cessation
It is common knowledge that smoking is bad for your health. In fact, smoking costs the Ontario economy about $2 billion in health care costs each year. Workers who smoke are also at higher risk of contracting diseases from exposure to various substances in the workplace.
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Struck-by Hazards
Struck-by is a term for the various injuries that occur when workers are hit—or struck—by tools, materials, equipment, or vehicles. It is a leading cause of injury in the industries that IHSA serves.
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Supervisors
Resources to help you become a competent supervisor.
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Suspended Access Equipment
Resources for employers who work with suspended work platform systems and boatswain's chairs.
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Traffic Control
Resources compiled for the recent blitz on struck-by hazards associated with traffic control on construction sites and roadbuilding projects.
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Trenching and Excavations
Information on how to prevent accidents relating to trenching and excavation work.
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Workplace Violence and Harassment
Employers in Ontario are required to assess the risks of workplace violence and develop policies and programs towards eliminating violence and harassment in their workplaces.