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>Past Issues: 2006

Volume 4, Issue 11 - December 2006

In the News:  'Tis the Season to be Wary
Hazard Alerts:  Actions of One Can Cause Hurt or the Death of Another
OSH Answers:  Have a Safe Walk - To and From Your Car
Partner News:  Alberta Planting the Seeds of Safety Early With Students
CCOHS News:  New E-course Focuses on Return to Work Programs

Volume 4, Issue 10 - October 2006

In the News:  Don't Let Dust Combust
Hazard Alerts:  Preventing Asthma from MDI Exposure
OSH Answers:  Hazardous Risks? Risky Hazards?
Partner News:  WSIB's Campaign to "Prevent-It" in the Workplace
CCOHS News:  Health and Safety Resources to Support Labour Training

Volume 4, Issue 9 - September 2006

In the News:  Prompt and Safe Return
Hazard Alerts:  Two Close Calls Are a Reminder To Expect the Unexpected
OSH Answers:  Touchy Feely = Coughy Sneezy
Partner News:  Here's To Your Organization's Good Health
CCOHS News:  E-course Demystifies Material Safety Data Sheets

Volume 4, Issue 8 - August 2006

In the News:  Titanium Dioxide Classified as Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans
Hazard Alerts:  Workers Crushed By Unsupported Concrete Walls
OSH Answers:  Employee Assistance Programs - Help Is Just A Call Away
Partner News:  World Partners Adopt Early Warning System for Animal Diseases Transmissible to Humans
CCOHS News:  CHEMINFO - A Credible Source For Chemical Safety Information

Volume 4, Issue 7 - July 2006

In the News:  Safety in the Hot Summer Sun
Hazard Alerts:  What Lurks Down on the Farm
OSH Answers:  Your Feet Are Made for Walking
Partner News:  Working Smarter And Living Better: New UK initiative promotes smarter work practices
CCOHS News:  Let The Experts Manage Your MSDSs

Volume 4, Issue 6 - June 2006

In the News:  Working in Close Quarters
Hazard Alerts:  The Dangers of Rocks and Ropes
OSH Answers:  Swimming Pool School of Safety: Handling Chemicals
Partner News:  The Fruits Of Their Labour - Canadian Health Network Compiles Resources From Top Experts
CCOHS News:  Health and Safety Toolkits

Volume 4, Issue 5 - May 2006

In the News:  Expecting The Unexpected? You should, for the sake of emergency preparedness
Hazard Alerts:  Don't Get Caught, Cornered Or Clipped By Equipment
OSH Answers:  Lower Back On Track
Partner News:  Handle With Care: Let's Protect Our Young Workers
CCOHS News:  Workplace Violence

Volume 4, Issue 4 - April 2006

In the News:  Risk Assessments - A New Legal Requirement For Federal Employers
Hazard Alerts:  Attention To Small Details Could Have Prevented Big Accidents
OSH Answers:  WHMIS To Change With Proposed Adoption Of GHS
Partner News:  Attention Turns to Worker Safety During Safety and Health Week
CCOHS News:  Lock Out Danger With New E-Course

Volume 4, Issue 3 - March 2006

In the News:  Not Just For The Birds
Hazard Alerts:  Zap Electrical Hazards
OSH Answers:  A Stand-Up Job
Partner News:  Wanted: Health And Safety Solutions
CCOHS News:  What Happened? How To Investigate a Workplace Accident

Volume 4, Issue 2 - February 2006

In the News:  Catch Me If I Fall: Preventing Falls From Heights And Suspension Trauma
Hazard Alerts:  Extreme Caution Urged When Working With Machines And Chemicals
OSH Answers:  Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About WHMIS - But Were Afraid To Ask
CCOHS News:  Not Far To Fall: E-course helps prevent slips, trips and same-level falls

Volume 4, Issue 1 - January 2006

In the News:  The Skinny On Contact Dermatitis
Hazard Alerts:  Making and Taking the Call While Driving - is Risky
OSH Answers:  For The Love Of Shovelling
Partner News:  Health and Safety Community Helps Brazilian Industry
CCOHS News:  New 'Healthy Workplace' Web Portal From CCOHS