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Those with desk jobs spend a lot of time sitting and using repetitive motions, which can all lead to musculoskeletal injury. Quick Workstation Setup Guide Info Sheet Listen to a related podcast on office setup on our OH-PODS podcast channel: Hear PodcastÂ
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VISION the detection, prevention and elimination of occupational disease, injuries and illnesses; and the promotion of the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being for all workers. MISSION protect workers and their communities from occupational disease, injuries and illnesses; support their capacity to address occupational hazards; promote the social, mental and physical well-being of workers and their families; We strive…
Week TWO of OHCOW's informative 2023 webinar series on Repetitive Strain Injury. Session 1: Indoor Environment Quality at the Office. Session 2: Ergonomics and Sleep. More info, register and see other weeks topics here.
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Health Professional Referrals If your patient has an…
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Informative  •  Effective  •  Applicative Free Virtual Event Presented by: Ottawa & District Labour Council (ODLC) Health & Safety and Environment Committee and Education Committee Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) Local Advisory Committee Friday, April 8, 2022 VIEW ON YOUTUBE SESSIONS / SPEAKERS Concussion, Post-Concussion Symptoms, Under-Reporting, and Prevention of Workplace Hazards Daryl Stephenson, Ergonomist, Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) The Four E’s Of Shoulder Injuries Trevor Schell, Ergonomist, Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) Explain the anatomy of the shoulder Examine common risk factors for injury Explore the most…
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OHCOW's mission to protect workers and their communities from occupational disease, injuries and illnesses; support their capacity to address…
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OHCOW’s interdisciplinary team investigates and provides an opinion regarding whether or not a health problem is work-related. This can involve giving a medical, occupational hygiene or ergonomic report relating to a WSIB claim. To refer a worker to OHCOW, please use our Advocate Referral Form  and fill in the necessary information as indicated on the form, sign where necessary, and return to OHCOW with the full copy of the WSIB file.
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Info Sheets The following MSD Info Sheets are…
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COVID-19 As long as COVID-19 is among…