Jun
05
2023
A bursa is a small fluid filled sac that acts to reduce friction within a joint. It prevents tendons and muscles from rubbing against bone and allows for more fluid…
Apr
16
2023
Winter chores such as removing snow from sidewalks, driveways, decks, roofs, and vehicles, as well as installing holiday lights and decorations, requires substantial physical effort. Manual material handling activities…
Feb
07
2023
Psychosocial Risk Factors Non-physical aspects of the workplace developed through workplace culture, policies, expectations, and the social attitude of an…
Feb
07
2023
How you sleep and factors like mattress quality can affect your health and sometimes result in musculoskeletal disorders. Ergonomics and Sleep This info sheet accompanies a 2-part OH-PODS podcast. Tune…
Feb
07
2023
Many yardwork chores may lead to the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) if done incorrectly. Get some useful information about preventing injury with this info sheet. Ergonomics of Fall Yard/…
Feb
07
2023
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…
Feb
07
2023
Back to School: Ergonomics for Students and Educators It’s not necessarily growing pains! Students are…
Apr
01
2022
A two-page factsheet that provides an overview of the dangers of diesel engine exhaust along with the health effects, exposure sources, and prevention tips. Source: Â Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC)…
Apr
01
2022
A two-page factsheet that provides an overview of the dangers of crystalline silica along with the health effects, exposure sources, and prevention tips. Source: Â Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) in…
Apr
01
2022
A two-page factsheet that provides an overview of the dangers of solar radiation along with the health effects, exposure sources, and prevention tips. Source: Â Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) in…
Apr
01
2022
A two-page factsheet that provides an overview of the dangers of welding fumes along with the health effects, exposure sources, and prevention tips. Source: Â Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) in…
Mar
08
2022
A factsheet that explains what moulds (molds) are, where they are found, why they are of concern, how they can be prevented, what health effects they may cause, how they can be identified as…
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