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Employer webinar: Seamless support for GPI - Meet our new service provider
Summary: Introduces the upcoming Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) legislation in Nova Scotia, effective September 1, 2024, emphasizing employer preparedness and timely claims handling. Explains the WCB’s new service model focused on…
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An update Gradual Onset Psychological Injury, one month in
Summary: Provides an overview of the Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) project in Nova Scotia, highlighting preparation since 2022, consultations with other jurisdictions, and extensive stakeholder engagement including webinars, in…
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Psychologically Healthy and Safe Workplaces: An Introduction for Employers
Summary: Introduces psychologically healthy and safe workplaces and explains their importance alongside physical safety in reducing workplace injury and improving productivity. Defines psychological health and safety, emphasizing prevention…
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Work Capabilities: Definitions and How to Use Them
This page explains standard terms used by WCB and health care providers when planning treatment and return to work. It is written for service providers, and it can help employers and supervisors plan safe transitional duties. Transitional work…
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Trucking – Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP)
Simplified coverage for interprovincial trucking and transport If your trucking or bus company travels through multiple provinces or territories, you may qualify for the Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP) . APP is an optional program that…
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Workplace Safety and Insurance System (WSIS)
The Workplace Safety and Insurance System (WSIS) brings together the people and organizations that support workplace health, safety, and insurance in Nova Scotia. Together, they help prevent workplace injuries and ensure support for workers and…
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Pushing/Pulling pdf
Tips to reduce strain when moving objects by pushing or pulling safely with proper posture.
Musculoskeletal Injuries prevention Guide pdf
Step-by-step guide to prevent musculoskeletal injuries and improve workplace safety.
Upper Extremity Repetitive Work pdf
Tips to reduce strain from repeated arm and hand motions through layout and task changes.
Rethink Workplace Safety pdf
Poster that shows workplace safety includes both physical and psychological injury prevention.