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Rewarding Construction Safety

WorkSafe Rewards Construction Safety This fall, WorkSafe Saskatchewan, in partnership with the Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA), is sending a team around the province looking for residential construction crews who are committed to safety. Show us your fall protection in action and WorkSafe Sask might stop by with coffee and donuts for the crew. And, when your team wears full personal protective equipment (PPE) and fall protection, they could win gear. We will also recognize the crew for being safe on our social media channels and on radio. Want to be rewarded? Share a photo with us of your crew using their fall protection and protective equipment on the job site through social media. Always remember to wear your fall protection and protective equipment on the job site to eliminate injuries and fatalities. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Wearing protective equipment is your last line of [...]

2024-04-25T11:36:19-06:00June 28th, 2018|
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Return to Work

Return to work and disability management What you should know about returning to work and preventing work disability Read more about Curtis's story. What is a return-to-work program? A return-to-work program is a documented process to identify and provide modified or alternate work (temporary or permanent) for workers who are injured in the workplace. A return-to-work program helps minimize the impacts of disability in the workplace. Workplace injuries hurt workers and employers. Evidence shows the most effective way to reduce the impacts of work related injures is for employers to develop practical and comprehensive return-to-work programs. A collaborative approach is recommended to facilitate organizational buy-in. This can be achieved by creating a return-to-work committee involving staff and the union if applicable. What is a return-to-work plan? A return-to-work plan is specific to the individual worker and takes into consideration their unique functional abilities skills, [...]

2025-03-05T09:12:45-06:00December 16th, 2013|
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Retail

Retail   Retail is one of the main injury industries in Saskatchewan. The top three injuries in retail occur to the hands, back and legs. Retail hand injuries can be prevented by: When using sharp objects, such as a knife, always cut away from your body Make sure the knife is sharp to avoid struggling with cutting the object Make sure the surface is flat when cutting Retail back injuries can be prevented by: Bending over at the knees to lift an object Avoid awkward posture while lifting Keep the load between your shoulders and knees Make sure boxes or other objects being stacked are stable Use of dollies, carts and machinery such as a forklift to lift heavy and large objects For more tips on Retail safety please go to, www.worksafeforlife.ca/retail. Sprains, strains and cuts Improper lifting and handling of heavy and bulky objects can lead [...]

2023-02-01T10:02:00-06:00December 11th, 2013|
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Oil and Gas

Oil and Gas In the oil and gas industry an average of 830 injuries are reported per year and the highest injury occurs from contact with objects and equipment. Of the 830 injuries reported, the highest body part injured per year is on the hands with an average over 150. Hand injuries are easily preventable and these tips will help prevent hand injuries within the oil and gas industry: Always keep guards in place Use the proper personal protection equipment (PPE) Make sure machines are turned off before starting any repair work Know the tools or equipment that you work with The second highest injury within the oil and gas industry occurs from bodily reaction and exertion. Here are a few tips on how to prevent ergonomic and exertion injuries within the oil and gas industry: Use lifting devices, load leveling devices, carts or dollies when moving heavy [...]

2023-02-22T10:51:47-06:00December 11th, 2013|
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Occupational Health Committee courses

Occupational Health Committee training WorkSafe Saskatchewan offers two in-class courses for occupational health committee (OHC) members and workplace supervisors. This training is aimed at teaching OHC members and supervisors about occupational health and safety legislation and their duties in respect to conducting health and safety inspections and investigations in the workplace. Occupational Health Committee Level 1 course Occupational Health Committee Level 2 course Participants reference the Saskatchewan Employment Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 in both courses. Please download your copy of the legislation to prepare for class.

2024-03-14T13:40:45-06:00December 3rd, 2013|
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Contact Us

Contact Us Thanks for visiting WorkSafe Saskatchewan. We welcome your questions and suggestions. If you would like more information, or would like to request a visit from one of our safety professionals, please complete the form below. WorkSafe Saskatchewan is a partnership between the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) and the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety. To report a dangerous work situation, call the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Branch at 1.800.567.7233 For information about training and resources, call WorkSafe Saskatchewan through the WCB prevention department: WorkSafe Saskatchewan 200 - 1881 Scarth St. Regina SK S4P 4L1 Toll free: 800.667.7590 Fax: 306.787.4311 Toll free Fax: 888.844.7773 Email: tepcoordinator@wcbsask.com To reach the OHS Branch office: 300 - 1870 Albert St., Regina, SK, Canada, S4P 4W1 Phone: 1.800.567.7233 Fax: 306.787.2208 Email: ohs.general@gov.sk.ca saskatchewan.ca/work Partner with WorkSafe

2025-04-25T11:15:52-06:00November 25th, 2013|
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Employers

Employers You set the tone on the job site. Talk to young workers about safety so they will be comfortable talking to you. Learn how to engage them and reduce the risks, and find great prevention tools. Construction can be a dangerous job if people don’t recognize the risks and take appropriate steps to prevent injuries from occurring. We have a number of resources available to help you prevent injuries from occurring. Working in health care is rewarding. Ironically, health care workers often get hurt while they help others heal. The most common types of injuries in the manufacturing sector occur from slips, trips & falls. In order to eliminate workplace injury, workers and employers alike must be aware of all safety rules and responsibilities. The most common types of injuries in the oil and gas industry occur from [...]

2021-06-14T14:01:45-06:00November 19th, 2013|
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