Addressing workplace ergonomics isn't just the right thing to do … it is the law! Employers are required to ensure workers are aware of the hazards associated with the worker's job and workplace and to implement controls to reduce the risk of those hazards. Ergonomics risk factors must be treated the same as any other workplace hazard.

This program addresses risk factors for workplace ergonomics. It will provide participants with an understanding of the fundamentals of ergonomics in various work-related situations, and will review methods to reduce the risk of injuries associated with poor ergonomics.

According to Statistics Canada, in 2004 over 356,000 violence-related incidents occurred in the workplace. While workplace violence is often thought to be a physical assault on a person, in actuality it can also includes harassment, verbal abuse, threats and threatening behaviour.

Violence can happen in any workplace - but in fact some workplaces, such as those that handle money or work with the public, are more susceptible. The effects of workplace violence can also be enormous, and can have life-altering consequences. As a result, various legislative changes have been implemented to help reduce the risk of violence-related incidents in the workplace.

Slips, trips and falls (STFs) are often the foundation for a great slapstick comedy skit ‐ however, in the workplace, slips trips and falls can prove to be deadly! They are one of the most common, yet preventable, workplace hazards.

In Canada, STFs are the third largest contributor to workplace lost time incidents ... however the concern should not merely be focused on just worker injuries. Business owners and employers must also consider the potential business liability. Organizations that have patrons or the general public present in their workplaces must also consider their safety as well. Applying basic precautions is not only easy and cost effective, but can reduce the risk of slip, trip or fall related injuries.

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (or WHMIS) is in place to govern the safe use, storage, handling and disposal of hazardous products within Canadian workplaces.

In 2015, the Government of Canada amended the Hazardous Products Act and created the Hazardous Products Regulations to modify WHMIS in order to incorporate the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (or the GHS). The modified WHMIS is known as WHMIS 2015.This online course is designed to provide workers with an overview of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System as per the requirements of WHMIS 2015.

Each day, millions of hazardous products are transported throughout Canada in a variety of methods including ground, air, rail and shipping. It is essential for the safety of all Canadians that the risk of mishaps is minimized. As a result, legislative requirements are in place to address the movement, inspection and enforcement with respect to Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG). These regulations provide a means of communicating the nature and level of risks associated with various chemicals and other products.

The TDG regulations require that, with few exceptions, every person engaged in the handling, offering for transport or transporting of dangerous goods be trained in the aspects of handling such goods. This means that any worker (including shippers, receivers, drivers, loaders, cargo handlers, lift truck operators, dock workers, tow motor operators, freight handlers or warehouse operators) who comes into contact with dangerous goods which are prepared for or received via some form of transportation is required to take TDG training. These individuals must have a clear understanding of their responsibilities and have proof of training (certificate).