Canadian Occupational Safety

Aug/Sep 2016

Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) magazine is the premier workplace health and safety publication in Canada. We cover a wide range of topics ranging from office to heavy industry, and from general safety management to specific workplace hazards.

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WORKPLACE ELECTRICAL SAFETY Has your business implemented best safety practices for working on and around electrical equipment? Can you demonstrate due diligence in working towards prevention of electrical injuries? Incorporating important changes to the 2015 CE Code, the latest edition of CSA Z462 – Workplace Electrical Safety provides guidance on integrating electrical safety programs into your OHS management systems. Training also available in classroom and customized on-site. your vehicle catches on fire), exit by jumping as far as possible — at least 1.5 to 2 feet. Never touch the vehicle or equipment and the ground at the same time. Keep your feet, legs and arms close to your body. • Keep your feet together (touching) and move away by shuffling your feet. Never let your feet separate or you may be shocked or electrocuted. • Shuffle at least 10 metres away from your vehicle before you take a normal step. Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

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