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Adjusting the Office Chair and Workstation - Bulletin 264
Office workers often sit at their workstations for long periods, day after day. If they do not have their chairs and workstation set up correctly, they may be sitting and using their computer in a manner that could lead to injuries over time.
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Back Injury Prevention (CCOHS)
Information about back injuries including frequency, prevention and tips for office restructuring and lifting practices
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Ergonomic Hazards of the Seated Posture - Bulletin 233
A brief, two-page bulletin citing the hazards of the seated posture and ergonomic remedies for potential hazards.
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Ergonomic Risk Factor Checklist and User's Guide
User's guide to using the ergonomic risk factor checklist and checklist.
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Ergonomics - A Guide to Program Development and Implementation
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Ergonomics in the Garment Manufacturing Industry - Bulletin 188
A brief, two-page bulletin on proper body posture for workers in the garment industry, including seating positions.
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Fixing up?
While many Manitobans began itching to start their spring renovations the moment the snow melted, completing residential construction projects safely requires homeowners to plan for more than just weather.
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Guideline for Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries
Topics covered include assessing risks of musculoskeletal injuries, control measures, and training and education.
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H1N1 Flu Facts - for employers and workers in non-healthcare settings
The H1N1 flu virus is spread exactly like any other seasonal flu – from one person to another by coughing or sneezing, by hand-to-hand contact with an infected person, or after handling objects contaminated by infected people.
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Joint Injury and Illness Prevention Strategy, 2008-2012
This Joint Injury and Illness Prevention Strategy for 2008-2012 charts the course for both the next five years of the SAFE Work program, and more importantly, for the next phase of the movement towards an improved culture of workplace safety and health in Manitoba.
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Lift much? Protect yourself with SAFE Lifting
Here’s something to remember next time you attempt to lift a box or reposition a filing cabinet while on the job – back injuries are among the most common workplace injuries in Manitoba.
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Manual Materials Handling - Bulletin 248
A brief, two-page bulletin describing the hazards of manual materials handling and the proper safe procedures to help avoid musculoskeletal injury (MSI).
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New training on calendar!
WCB has confirmed some upcoming dates for workplace safety training!
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Recognizing (MSI) Risks - Bulletin 247
A brief, two-page bulletin designed to help you recognize possible risks for Musculoskeletal Injury (MSI) in the workplace.
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Regulation Review - Part 2
Over the coming months, Safety Check is profiling one part of the Regulation in each issue to help remind you of the Regulation’s specifics and to help keep safety top-of-mind for all Manitobans.
This month, it’s Regulation Part 2 – General Duties.
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Regulation Review: Part 1
Workers in Manitoba have legislated regulations to help keep us safe, day in and day out – no matter what job we do. These regulations are a part of the framework for building safe workplaces in Manitoba.
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Regulation Review: Part 3
Regulation Part 3 touches on the requirements for WSH committees, including formation, terms of office, meetings, procedures, minutes and other documents, and representative selection.
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Regulation Review: Part 5
Over the coming months, Safety Check is profiling one part of the Regulation in each issue to help remind you of the Regulation’s specifics and to help keep safety top-of-mind for all Manitobans. This issue, it’s Regulation Part 5 – First Aid.
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Regulation Review: Part 6
Over the coming months, Safety Check is profiling one part of the Regulation in each issue to help remind you of the Regulation’s specifics and to help keep safety top-of-mind for all Manitobans. This issue, it’s
Regulation Part 6 – Personal Protective Equipment (General).
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Regulation Review: Part 8
Over the coming months, Safety Check is profiling one part of the Regulation in each issue to help remind you of the Regulation’s specifics and to help keep safety top-of-mind for all Manitobans. This issue, it’s Regulation Part 8 – Musculoskeletal Injuries.
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