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Clearance Letters
Having clearance means that a business—whether it’s your own, one you subcontract to, or one you’ve hired—has WCB Nova Scotia coverage in case a workplace injury happens. What is a clearance letter? A clearance letter is a document that confirms a…
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Report an Injury
When a workplace injury occurs, the most important step is to provide or access any first-aid or medical care that is needed right awa y. After that, there are steps you should follow to report an injury. Steps for employers If a worker is injured,…
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Payment and Reporting
As an employer, you must report your payroll and pay premiums on time. If you don’t, WCB will estimate your payroll amount and bill your premium based on the estimated amount. Penalties apply for late payroll reporting and interest applies for past…
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Back Protection Posters Tool pdf
infographics and posters
training and orientation
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Body Injury Infographic image
An infographic showcasing different percentage of where on the body Nova Scotians are getting hurt.
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Back Protection Poster - Lifting pdf
A poster reminding proper lifting technique.
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Back Protection Poster - Push Don't Pull pdf
Poster reminding people to push not pull when lifting.
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Ergonomics
Ergonomics means fitting the job to the worker —designing tasks, tools, and workspaces so people can work safely and comfortably. It helps prevent musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) . These are injuries to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints,…
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Psychologically Healthy Workplaces
Creating a psychologically safe workplace isn’t complicated. Small, consistent actions can protect your workers’ mental health, help them perform at their best, and prevent injury. Much like physical safety, it’s about noticing risks early, acting…
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