These aren’t the good vibrations Marky Mark was talking about. Vibration from equipment, tools, and vehicles can pose serious health risks to workers if not properly managed. This newsletter aims to raise awareness about these hazards, highlight potential health effects, and provide practical tips on how to eliminate or control them. Vibration transmitted to the … Read more
It’s summertime and you know what that means!… Excessive noise season is here. This month’s update will provide advice on how to reduce noise exposure in the workplace and maintain legislative standards for hearing conservation, to prevent the potential long-term health effects discussed last month. Excessive noise levels in the workplace pose significant risks to … Read more
Did you know… that the word Justin Timberlake regrets mispronouncing the most is “Me.” As we are moving through the year, it is important that we remind everyone of the necessity to not only address immediate safety concerns but also to consider the long-term health impacts that can affect employees over their careers. In this … Read more
Spring has sprung; April 2024 is already here! As we embrace the changing seasons, it’s crucial to remain vigilant about health and safety in our workplaces. In this month’s bulletin, we’ll highlight key reminders and initiatives to ensure the wellbeing of all employees. National Day of MourningEvery year on April 28, Canada observes the National … Read more
March 2024 is already here! Let’s renew our commitment to safeguarding our hearing health. Noise-induced hearing loss is an occupational hazard that can sometimes be overlooked. As a worker, you should familiarize yourself with the noise levels in your work environment. Companies should use sound level meters to identify areas with excessive noise exposure. It … Read more
It’s the beginning of 2024, and no better time to ensure your hazard assessments are up to date for the new year ahead! Let this be a friendly reminder to schedule your annual review of your formal hazard assessments, which you may also call your JSAs, TRAs, etc. Reviewing and updating your hazard assessments helps … Read more
With the mild and dry winter we have had so far, it still feels as if we are waiting for the seasonal shoe to drop! We are already nearing the shortest day of the year, and starting to make our way towards the holidays, the new year and back to more daylight. We have discussed … Read more
It is now November! A month known for Remembrance Day, American Thanksgiving, Black Friday sales, Movember-Moustaches, and the countdown to the holiday season. As we approach the end of the year, the team at Kasa wants to provide a refresher on workplace violence and harassment prevention. According to a 2020 survey conducted by the Canadian … Read more
We have entered spooky season and the month of lots of candy and chocolate! Here is your reminder to check in on your loved ones’ mental health as we have World Mental Health Day every October. World Mental Health Day is recognized in Alberta and across the world each year on October 10th. It’s necessary … Read more
September! How quickly this month has made its appearance this year. The heat of the summer is fading away and our days are becoming cooler and shorter, and we are getting closer to everyone’s other favourites-word…snow! This month’s update is all about Noise at the Worksite and the importance of Visitor Orientations. Noise at the … Read more
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