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Some Days Are Bloodier Than OthersSubmitted by jessica on Tue, 11/18/2008 - 00:43.I love it when I find great resources that promote the cause of workplace safety. I just came across the new campaign that Work Safe Alberta is promoting. They have developed a campaign that is getting lots of press... I love the videos because: Are Kids Camps as Safe as Posh Pet Retreats?Submitted by Rob on Mon, 08/04/2008 - 11:52.Curtis Geesman 15, dies at a camp in Ohio after participating in sumo-suit match. Sean Whitley, 17, of Marlton died in Philadelphia, the result of a fire at a Boy Scout camp. Hiding injuries & WSIBSubmitted by jessica on Thu, 07/03/2008 - 14:09.So for the last couple of days I have been mulling over the article in the Toronto Star titled "Hiding Injuries Rewards Workers." The article basically outlines how many companies are hiding employee injuries so that they will save money and be eligible for the WSIB rebate. The article goes on to show how companies force their employees back to work before their injuries are healed, and then they are forced to do menial jobs beneath their capabilities. As I read this article, I guess I felt pretty double-minded about it... When does too much safety become dangerous?Submitted by heather on Thu, 05/29/2008 - 12:40.We seem to be well on our way to a safety-first society. Automobile seat belts have led to bike helmets and recently to ski helmets, which have now led to cries for tobogganing helmets, endorsed by Health Canada and some safety groups. What's next? Golf and tennis helmets? Jogging helmets? Maybe helmets for kids to wear to school on "snowy roof days." There's no end to how far you can go when you try to make life a "zero-risk" activity! |
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