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May is National Electrical Safety Month
Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is celebrating National Electrical Safety Month with the theme Connected to Safety. Use these resources to learn about safety in emerging technologies including electric vehicles, solar photovoltaic installation, temporary power, home energy efficiency, and home electrical renovations.
Construction Safety Stand Down Materials
The Stop Construction Falls website has resources you can use to participate in stand-down activities. The materials include videos, data bulletins, handouts, and training materials and activities.
Don't let life's pressure build up!
Life keeps us busy, but don't let that be an excuse to not keep an eye on your blood pressure! Our blood pressure changes throughout the day, but when it stays high for long periods of time, this can be an issue. Unhealthy lifestyle choices such a smoking, can contribute to high blood pressure. High blood pressure can increase our risks for heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. Keep your blood pressure in check by getting regular physical activity, managing stress, and eating a healthy diet. For more information, click here. #BWCWellness
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
This video from the National Fire Protection Association informs viewers about research into possible carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from low levels of CO over long periods of time and the detection levels provided by CO alarms or detectors. More information on CO is available at https://nfpa.org/carbonmonoxide.
Webinar on New Research into Physically Demanding Work
The Canadian Institute for Work & Health presents a webinar on May 11 at 11am. Dr Aviroop Biswas describes research into the risk of cardiovascular conditions and mortality associates with some physically demanding work. Registration is available on the IWH website.
Substance Use Employer Calculator
The National Safety Council and the University of Chicago updated the "The Real Cost of Substance Use to Employers" tool, originally developed in 2017. The tool asks for inputs on workplace location, number of employees and industry and produces a report on the cost of unaddressed substance use in the workplace.
Computer Eye Strain
Do your eyes feel strained at the end of the day? Too much screen time can stress your eyes. These six tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology can help you ease digital eye strain.
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