July 2022 Recap: In Other News and What You May Have Missed
Here is all of the occupational safety and health-related news that you might have missed in July 2022.
The heat's coming and here's what employers should do – ISHN
With the summer months quickly arriving, we are looking forward to BBQs and lots of good times outdoors. But it also means that some of us will be working in the sun and heat, performing our jobs with occupational safety hazards not found in the cooler seasons.
Why this matters
Heat illnesses are a common if not growing safety issue for employers – and we wrote this article and are very proud of it.
How to make workplaces safer for young employees – Canadian Occupational Safety
Young workers are more prone to being victims of workplace injuries or fatalities. Especially during the summer, when teenagers and students are getting seasonal work or student jobs, workplaces must put in place the right measures to prevent unnecessary injuries and deaths.
Why this matters
Why this matters: Young-worker safety and OHS is a growing area with growing concern around the unique safety hazards that these people face.
New CCOHS, WSIB heads named – Canadian Occupational Safety
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has welcomed four new individuals to its Council of Governors, according to the federal government.
Why this matters
Some pretty large roles are changing, including three new governors and a new chairperson of the CCOHS Council of Governors.
Is the Time Right to Invest More in Worker Safety and Health? – Loss Prevention Magazine
As workers experience fewer injuries on the job, however, the idea of investing in equipment to reduce injuries may hold less sway. If so, loss prevention and safety teams may want to transition management’s attention to the nexus between safety and health and worker productivity.
Why this matters
This is a great look at why employers need to invest in occupational health and safety and the proven benefits this investment brings to the organization.
10 Key Elements for a Workplace Heat Safety Program – EHS Today
OSHA is focusing on heat safety in the workplace and will be conducting more worksite audits under its National Emphasis Program for Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards. You need to make sure your workplace is prepared to keep employees safe while working in heat. Here are 10 key elements for a workplace heat safety program.
Why this matters
Heat safety is a major issue during the summer this is a major program from the OSHA.