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Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)

CCOHS produces monthly podcasts on a wide variety of topics related to workplace health and safety. Each episode is designed to keep you current with information, tips and insights into the health, safety and well-being of working Canadians. You can download the audio segment to your computer or MP3 player and listen to it at your own convenience.!

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#238
August 17 · 9 min
Signaux de fumée : Comment la qualité de l'air extérieur nuit à la sécurité au travail
Les épisodes de mauvaise qualité de l'air sont en hausse, ce qui nuit à la santé et à la sécurité des personnes travaillant à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur. Avoir un plan clair avant que la fumée ou la poussière ne se répande n'est qu'une des choses que les employeurs peuvent faire pour maintenir les travailleurs en santé. Matea Kokorovic, spécialiste technique principale, se joint à nous pour discuter de ce que les employeurs et les travailleurs doivent savoir.
#238
August 17 · 6 min
Smoke Signals: How Outdoor Air Quality Affects Workplace Safety
Poor air quality events are on the rise, affecting the health and safety of both outdoor and indoor workers. Having a clear plan ready before the smoke or dust rolls in is just one of the things employers can do to keep workers healthy. Senior Technical Specialist Matea Kokorovic joins us to discuss what employers and workers need to know.
#237
July 9 · 9 min
What Occupational Health and Safety Could Look Like in 2040
Dr. Arif Jetha recently led a research study that scanned nearly 400 signals of change to map out where occupational health and safety is headed. He explains why leaders need to balance today's challenges with tomorrow's, and what employers, policymakers and workers can do to stay ahead.
#236
June 11 · 14 min
The Evolution of Psychological Health and Safety
In today's workplace, we know that prioritizing psychological safety alongside physical safety is part of building a truly healthy and safe environment. But that hasn't always been the case. Consultant and expert Mary Ann Baynton joins us to discuss how approaches to psychological health and safety have evolved over time.
#235
May 10 · 8 min
Data-Driven Approaches to Health and Safety
Association of Workers' Compensation Boards of Canada CEO Janet MacEachern joins us to discuss national injury trends, and how workplaces can use AWCBC's data to support prevention locally.
#234
March 31 · 17 min
Jour de deuil: L'histoire de Jessica Blackie Gillis
L'ambassadrice de Threads of Life, Jessica Blackie Gillis, a vu sa vie basculer le jour où son frère est décédé dans une tragédie évitable sur son lieu de travail. Écoutez son témoignage bouleversant.
#234
March 31 · 12 min
Day of Mourning - Jessica Blackie Gillis' Story
Threads of Life Ambassador Jessica Blackie Gillis' life changed forever the day her brother died in a preventable workplace tragedy. Hear her powerful story.
#233
February 13 · 15 min
Supporting Workers with Chronic Pain
Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Canadians. It may occur after an injury has healed, or without a known cause. Dr. Andrea Furlan, a pain doctor from the University Health Network at the University of Toronto, joins us to discuss how employers can support workers affected by chronic pain, and how workers can find relief.
#232
January 20 · 6 min
Sit, Stand, Stretch: Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries at Work
Whether work involves prolonged sitting or standing, reducing repetitive strain injuries starts with identifying the hazards and risk factors and improving job design. Here's where workplaces can start.
#231
January 2 · 7 min
Les principales questions de santé et de sécurité de 2025
Nous révélons les questions en matière de santé et de sécurité les plus populaires de l'année, comme elles ont été envoyées à notre Ligne d'information sur la sécurité.
#231
Dec 8, 2025 · 9 min
Top Health and Safety Questions of 2025
We reveal the most popular health and safety questions of the year, as sent to our Safety InfoLine service.
#230
Nov 12, 2025 · 7 min
Réduction de l'exposition à la silice en milieu de travail
L'exposition à la silice, qui peut causer le cancer du poumon, touche les travailleurs de plusieurs secteurs, mais la majorité des expositions surviennent dans la construction et le génie civil. Meghan Friesen, des Centres de santé des travailleurs (ses) de l'Ontario, se joint à nous pour discuter de la façon dont l'Outil de gestion de la silice peut aider à réduire le risque d'exposition et à protéger les travailleurs.
#230
Nov 12, 2025 · 7 min
Reducing Silica Exposure in the Workplace
Exposure to silica can cause serious occupational diseases, including lung cancer. Meghan Friesen of the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers joins us to discuss how the Silica Control Tool can help reduce the risk of exposure and protect workers.
#229
Oct 10, 2025 · 23 min
Psychological Health and Safety in Action with Troy Winters
When thinking about workplace health and safety, physical safety is usually top of mind. But for a workplace to be truly healthy and safe, psychological safety is also an essential component. Troy Winters, National Health and Safety Coordinator for CUPE, joins us to discuss what that looks like in practice.
#228
Sep 15, 2025 · 11 min
Prévenir les maladies respiratoires infectieuses au travail
Les maladies respiratoires infectieuses peuvent se propager facilement en milieu de travail, et leurs symptômes varient de légers à très graves. Nous discutons des mesures que nous pouvons tous prendre pour nous protéger et protéger les autres pendant la saison du rhume et de la grippe.
#228
Sep 15, 2025 · 7 min
Preventing Respiratory Infectious Diseases in the Workplace
Respiratory infectious diseases can spread easily in the workplace, with symptoms ranging from mild to very serious. We discuss the steps we can all take to protect ourselves and others during cold and flu season.
#227
Aug 19, 2025 · 13 min
A Safe and Welcoming Workplace for Newcomers
Immigrants contribute significantly to Canada's economy but often face challenges that could impact their health and safety. We speak with Bill Chen of Workplace Safety and Protection Services on how workplaces can create safer and more welcoming environments for newcomers.
#226
Jul 14, 2025 · 20 min
Creating Workplaces Where Everyone Can Thrive
Despite legislation designed to protect the rights of two-spirit, trans and non-binary people in Canada, many still face discrimination in their daily lives, including at work or seeking employment. A recent study by Egale Canada seeks to better understand their challenges.
#225
Jun 17, 2025 · 7 min
L'été à l'extérieur, prenez garde à la chaleur : Conseils pour travailler en toute sécurité dehors
À mesure que les journées s'allongent et que les températures grimpent, il est agréable de passer plus de temps dehors. Cependant, le travail à l'extérieur durant l'été comporte des risques particuliers. Dans cet épisode, nous examinons ces dangers et proposons des conseils pour que les employeurs et les travailleurs puissent y faire face.
#225
Jun 12, 2025 · 5 min
Temps Up, Heads Up - Working Safely Outdoors
As days get longer and temperatures rise, it's great to be able to spend more time outside. But working outdoors in the summer comes with unique hazards. We take a look at what those hazards are, and how employers and workers can prepare.

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