Slips, trips, and falls are one of the most common causes of workplace injuries in Nova Scotia. They happen in every sector, at any time of year, and often result in serious harm. By knowing the risks—and taking simple steps to control them—you can…

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WCB Guide to Filing an Appeal pdf

This guide explains the steps, timelines, and available support for filing an appeal of a WCB Nova Scotia claim decision.

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Internal Responsibility System

Workplace safety is everyone’s responsibility Everyone in a workplace – including employers, workers, and contractors – has a duty to keep the workplace safe. That’s the whole idea behind the internal responsibility system (IRS). IRS is a safety…

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Fisheries industry in Nova Scotia

As traps go down and another lobster season is in full swing, Dumping Day is a reminder that preparation and leadership save lives. Every safe decision helps ensure everyone makes it home. Keep safety top of mind—every trip, every crew member,…

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Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSIs)

The most common type of injury Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) involve our muscles and skeleton. They can also affect tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves, and blood vessels. Some everyday names for MSIs are sprains and strains over-exertion soft…

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Manufacturing in Nova Scotia

Making the workplace safer Manufacturing is the largest goods-producing sector in Nova Scotia, employing over 35,000 workers. The industry accounts for nearly 75% of Nova Scotia’s exports, with key products being rubber tires and seafood, among…

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Health and Social Services

Taking better care of the care providers Nova Scotia’s health and social services sectors include hospitals and health centres, long-term care facilities, home care, social services, primary care providers, and mental health and addiction services…

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