JADA Solutions HSE Inc.
106-150 Chippewa Road T8A 6A2 Sherwood Park, AB, Canada

Here are a few pointers from CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety) on how to ensure that your workstation is set up ergonomically correct. Over time, improper ergonomics can lead to health issues such as Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs) and more. Both employers and employees can play a role in preventing harm by having an ergonomic workstation, taking necessary breaks and remembering to stretch those muscles throughout the day - whether you are wo...rking from home or in the office! Questions about ergonomics? Contact our team for guidance www.jadasolutions.ca/contact-us/

Do you know that Alberta has launched a 3-year review of the current OHS Code? You can provide your input now https://bit.ly/3g901jK The OHS Code has not been extensively updated since 2009 and changes are long overdue. Health and safety rules need to keep pace with changes to workplaces, standards, best practices and technological advances."... Anyone can complete the survey with their input during this first stage of review HERE https://bit.ly/3g901jK

"Employers should use the Hierarchy of Controls. This involves eliminating the triggers, installing controls to shield workers, implementing practices or policies to reduce exposures, and training workers on precautions to take." https://bit.ly/2Qilmwm When asthma is work related, the symptoms tend to lessen and disappear once the worker is away from the job site. Our team at JADA Solutions are experts in Indoor Air Quality, reach out to us with any questions or concerns you may have about air quality at your worksite! www.jadasolutions.ca/contact-us/

"Think of all the instances when someone failed to check the condition of an electrical connection or didn’t double-check how close they were to an overhead wire or buried power line. Think of all the wet hands and small puddles that workers don’t recognize as shock potential in the moment..." https://bit.ly/3rVp3VT Electrical safety is something that we all need to be conscious of, at almost any given time. Check out this article from OH&S Magazine to learn about what all needs to be considered in the workplace when it comes to electrical safety.

"Health and safety professionals need to ensure all hazards are being managed as aggressively and effectively as COVID-19 in your workplace." The pandemic brought an extra, unexpected load of work to many professionals, and in turn, rising levels of stress and uncertainty. That being said, other health, safety and wellness initiatives must not be forgotten about or pushed to the side because of COVID. Read what OHS Canada has to say: https://bit.ly/3wd6pw1

Our friends at Radiation Safety Institute of Canada are putting on a Lunch, Learn and Dance Webinar series right now exploring the world of radiation. The first 30 minutes of these webinars cover content, the last 30 minutes is a dance break A little bit of learning and a little bit of fun, healthy movement! In this installment, Understanding Radiation, you will learn about:... What is radiation? Different types of radiation Activity and Half-life Units of radiation dose Health effects of exposure to radiation Dose limits Common radiation exposures Regulatory bodies in Canada Check it out for yourself and stay tuned for more: https://youtu.be/O592tGWXt98

"The principles of neuroscience not only apply to health, safety and human performance in the workplace, but may very well be the missing link at the root of why organizations struggle to create lasting change." Theo Heinamen, CRSP writes in this post from OHS Canada Magazine. A well-executed take on neuroscience and how understanding it can lead to actual, lasting change in the workplace. Give it a read! https://www.ohscanada.com/f/missing-link-safety-management/

Check out our latest blog post: Selection of Respiratory Protection. This post, written by our Operations Manager, Alex Mercer, details what needs to be considered when it comes to respiratory protection and cartridge selection. "If engineering and administrative controls are unable to control the airborne hazards, respiratory protection and the appropriate cartridges must be used to protect exposed workers."... What is adequate protection at one job site, may not be adequate at the next. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3jjv4cg

"Not all trends are related to COVID-19, but that will continue to make things interesting in 2021." On the list of trends in Health and Safety for the upcoming year: Working Remotely... Mental Health Harassment and Workplace Violence Legislation Psychological Safety Capitalizing the "H" in Health and Safety Vaccine or Not? Railway Police - Anachronism? Legal Landscape Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Learn what Canadian Occupational Safety has to say about each of these 2021 HSE trends https://bit.ly/3pP6MJK

A Certificate of Recognition (COR) is awarded to employers who develop health and safety programs that meet established standards... Interested in getting your organizations' COR? Check out the Alberta Construction Safety Association online course options, they offer all required for COR... plus they are live and interactive virtual classrooms! https://www.youracsa.ca/courses/... Contact our team with any questions or concerns you may have regarding COR: www.jadasolutions.ca/contact-us/