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Thursday, September 14, 2017

New Noise Hazard Signage

Environmental Health & Safety recently conducted a noise audit of various areas on campus and new signage has been installed at the entrances of identified areas. The new signage indicates the need to wear hearing protection in areas that regularly exceed 85dB. Overexposure to elevated levels of noise can result in temporary or permanent... More

Friday, September 8, 2017

Last day for Health & Safety Award Nominations!

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Office and the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) want your help to identify one person who “Walks the Safety Talk” and has demonstrated commitment to fostering positive safety culture at Carleton. Please submit your nomination using this form before end of day.   Thank you for making... More

Monday, August 21, 2017

How dangerous are Solar Eclipses?

Solar eclipses themselves are not any more dangerous than the sun we are exposed to on a daily basis. The sun emits high levels of Ultraviolet (UV) light which is damaging to our eyes, but it is so bright that we are not inclined to look directly at it. In waiting for an eclipse,... More

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Call for Health & Safety Award Nominations

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Office and the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) want your help to identify faculty and/or professional services staff who truly “Walk the Talk” and have a demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive safety culture at Carleton. Nominations are now open for the 2017 Carleton University Health... More

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Hot in the City

It’s hot outside! While the heat warning has been lifted and it is still important to know the symptoms of Heat Stress and Heat Stroke. Symptoms are rarely recognized by the person experiencing them, so keep a close eye on your co-workers and friends as well as children and pets. The best course of action is... More

Thursday, May 18, 2017

We Want to Hear Your Thoughts!

Thank you for celebrating North American Occupational Safety & Health (NAOSH) week with us! Last week was chock-full of events surrounding the themes of occupational safety, mental health awareness and emergency preparedness. Teams competed for the golden trophy in the Amazing Race, learned about Bullying and Sexual Violence, dressed to... More

Friday, May 12, 2017

Lunch at the Fresh Food Company

As a special thank you to the participants of our NAOSH week events, we invite you to lunch at the Fresh Food Company today from noon - 1pm! There will be a brief closing ceremony, followed by the announcement of the CU Amazing Race winning team!   Prize ballots will be awarded for each... More

Thursday, May 11, 2017

TODAY – Steps for Safety

Put on your walking shoes and join us in taking important Steps for Safety! EHS and Healthy Workplace are hosting a group walk around our beautiful campus to enjoy the fresh air, get some steps in, and encourage awareness of hazards in our environment. Notice a tripping hazard on the walking path? Make a note!... More

Monday, May 1, 2017

Prevent sexual violence and harassment, because you CAN

You overhear your co-worker make an off-colour joke. Should you say something? To who? Maybe if you ignore them, they’ll stop... Or maybe they won't. That “joke” could be more damaging than you think.   Everyone has the right to a safe work environment. Likewise, we all have a responsibility to keep our work... More

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Registration now open for all NAOSH week events!

Register now before spaces fill up! Monday, May 8th Tuesday, May 9th Wednesday, May 10th Thursday, May 11th Friday, May 12th  CU Amazing Race: Comeback edition  Watch & Talk: Bullying with Dr. Tina Daniels   Preventing Sexual Violence & Harassment in the Workplace Information Fair Steps for Safety Thank you Lunch Resiliency... More

Monday, April 24, 2017

Day of Mourning April 28th

The National Day of Mourning is a time to honour those workers who have lost their lives, been injured or become disabled on the job, or who suffer from occupational disease. We also recognize the impact on families and friends affected by these tragedies and their need for continued support. In honour of these workers... More

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Sex and Gender in the Workplace

Do sex and gender affect workplace safety? Yes! Physical differences arising from biological sex and psychosocial variation related to gender could have an impact on type of injury and support offered in recovery. The Canadian Center for Occupational Health & Safety (CCOHS) has launched the Gender, Work and Health portal for sharing research,... More

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