Category: Health and Safety Diversified Staffing Health and Safety Search Search for: Categories Benefits Business Client Events Giving Back Health and Safety Human Resources Payroll Personal Advice Uncategorised North American Occupational Safety and Health Week May 6-12 Posted on May 3, 2018 Health and Safety One of the most important aspects of NAOSH Week is awareness. We want every workplace and community to have a hand in making NAOSH Week a success. The goal of NAOSH Week is to focus employers, employees, partners and the public on the importance of preventing injury and illness in… WHIMIS 2015 and GHS- are you ready? Posted on May 1, 2018 Business Health and Safety In 2015, WHMIS aligned with the Globally Harmonized System of classification and labeling of chemicals (GHS), a worldwide hazard communication system. The main components of WHMIS 2015 are hazard identification, product classification, labeling, safety data sheets (SDS), and worker education and training. Also, here at Diversified Staffing we offer free… April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month Posted on April 25, 2018 Health and Safety Driving distraction is one of the leading causes of traffic incidents, using a cellular device while driving contributes to a lot of these incidents. Here are a few more common examples of distracted driving: Eating/Drinking/Smoking Reading (including looking at a map, book, etc.) Applying makeup, shaving, brushing teeth, etc. Adjusting radio/cassette/CD/MP3,… Spring Cleaning in the Workplace Posted on April 20, 2018 Health and Safety In the Workplace Workplace Clutter Having a lot of clutter makes it difficult to find what you need when you need it. What some people don’t know is that clutter is also a safety hazard. Cluttered work areas increase the risk of fires and slip-and-fall accidents, so take this opportunity… Our Hands at Work Posted on February 2, 2018 Health and Safety Our Hands at Work The hand is the part of the body most often injured and these injuries are sometimes difficult to heal. Hand injuries are preventable. By identifying hazards and developing safety measures, you and your employer can prevent your hands from being among the 500,000 injured in… Personal Protective Equipment and Winter Weather Posted on January 19, 2018 Health and Safety It’s important to choose protective clothing that is suitable for the temperature, the work you will be doing, and the physical exertion that is required by the task. COLD-WEATHER TIPS Warm clothing can help prevent a number of cold-weather hazards, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Cold temperatures can… Winter Safety Tips Posted on December 29, 2017 Health and Safety Winter is coming and with it, the potential for slips, trips, and falls. According to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), over 42,000 workplace injuries are due to fall accidents. The majority of these, or about 66%, are same level falls due to slips and trips. The… ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Posted on December 22, 2017 Health and Safety 7 tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season Choose a fresh Christmas tree, not a dry one. Set it up in a container of water and add more water as required. A dry tree is a fire hazard, so keep your tree fresh and moist. If you think this… Heating things up in the Office Posted on December 15, 2017 Health and Safety Portable electric space heaters are commonly used to provide supplemental heat during the colder months. Unfortunately, space heaters can increase the risks of fire and electric shock if not used properly. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that there were 21,800 home fires involving stationary or portable space heaters… Cold Weather Injuries and Gear Posted on December 8, 2017 Health and Safety Dress warmly and stay dry to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Frostbite Signs and Treatment: Skin becomes pale, hard and numb. Fingers, hands, toes, feet, ears, and nose are usually affected. If frostbite occurs: Move to a warm dry area and remove any clothing that fits tight and will limit blood… prev 1 … 5 6 7 8 9 next
