Work shouldn't hurt, but for many workers in Canada, it does. Dr. Steven Fischer joins us to discuss how, when paired with the right programs, insights from emerging ergonomics technologies have the potential to help organizations prevent musculoskeletal disorders.

Despite workplaces making significant investments in programs meant to improve occupational health and safety, serious incidents still happen. Criminal Code expert Rob Stewart joins us to discuss why compliance at the leadership level may not be making things safer on the ground in the workplace, and how employers can learn to identify warning signs before they turn into tragedies.

Les épisodes de mauvaise qualité de l'air sont en hausse, ce qui nuit à la santé et à la sécurité des personnes travaillant à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur. Avoir un plan clair avant que la fumée ou la poussière ne se répande n'est qu'une des choses que les employeurs peuvent faire pour maintenir les travailleurs en santé. Matea Kokorovic, spécialiste technique principale, se joint à nous pour disc

Poor air quality events are on the rise, affecting the health and safety of both outdoor and indoor workers. Having a clear plan ready before the smoke or dust rolls in is just one of the things employers can do to keep workers healthy. Senior Technical Specialist Matea Kokorovic joins us to discuss what employers and workers need to know.

Dr. Arif Jetha recently led a research study that scanned nearly 400 signals of change to map out where occupational health and safety is headed. He explains why leaders need to balance today's challenges with tomorrow's, and what employers, policymakers and workers can do to stay ahead.

In today's workplace, we know that prioritizing psychological safety alongside physical safety is part of building a truly healthy and safe environment. But that hasn't always been the case. Consultant and expert Mary Ann Baynton joins us to discuss how approaches to psychological health and safety have evolved over time.

Association of Workers' Compensation Boards of Canada CEO Janet MacEachern joins us to discuss national injury trends, and how workplaces can use AWCBC's data to support prevention locally.

L'ambassadrice de Threads of Life, Jessica Blackie Gillis, a vu sa vie basculer le jour où son frère est décédé dans une tragédie évitable sur son lieu de travail. Écoutez son témoignage bouleversant.

Threads of Life Ambassador Jessica Blackie Gillis' life changed forever the day her brother died in a preventable workplace tragedy. Hear her powerful story.

Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Canadians. It may occur after an injury has healed, or without a known cause. Dr. Andrea Furlan, a pain doctor from the University Health Network at the University of Toronto, joins us to discuss how employers can support workers affected by chronic pain, and how workers can find relief.

Whether work involves prolonged sitting or standing, reducing repetitive strain injuries starts with identifying the hazards and risk factors and improving job design. Here's where workplaces can start.

Nous révélons les questions en matière de santé et de sécurité les plus populaires de l'année, comme elles ont été envoyées à notre Ligne d'information sur la sécurité.

We reveal the most popular health and safety questions of the year, as sent to our Safety InfoLine service.

L'exposition à la silice, qui peut causer le cancer du poumon, touche les travailleurs de plusieurs secteurs, mais la majorité des expositions surviennent dans la construction et le génie civil. Meghan Friesen, des Centres de santé des travailleurs (ses) de l'Ontario, se joint à nous pour discuter de la façon dont l'Outil de gestion de la silice peut aider à réduire le risque d'exposition et à pro

Exposure to silica can cause serious occupational diseases, including lung cancer. Meghan Friesen of the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers joins us to discuss how the Silica Control Tool can help reduce the risk of exposure and protect workers.

When thinking about workplace health and safety, physical safety is usually top of mind. But for a workplace to be truly healthy and safe, psychological safety is also an essential component. Troy Winters, National Health and Safety Coordinator for CUPE, joins us to discuss what that looks like in practice.

Les maladies respiratoires infectieuses peuvent se propager facilement en milieu de travail, et leurs symptômes varient de légers à très graves. Nous discutons des mesures que nous pouvons tous prendre pour nous protéger et protéger les autres pendant la saison du rhume et de la grippe.

Respiratory infectious diseases can spread easily in the workplace, with symptoms ranging from mild to very serious. We discuss the steps we can all take to protect ourselves and others during cold and flu season.

Immigrants contribute significantly to Canada's economy but often face challenges that could impact their health and safety. We speak with Bill Chen of Workplace Safety and Protection Services on how workplaces can create safer and more welcoming environments for newcomers.