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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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A floating device on water with the message "Stay Safe on the Water This Fishing Season."

Health and Social Services in Nova Scotia

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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A health care worker talking to a resident in a care facility

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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Back Protection Posters Tool pdf

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Retail in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia relies on retail. Retail plays a major role in our economy, employing the second largest number of workers in Nova Scotia. Every day, over 30,000 people go to work in locally-owned shops, major retail chains and large, big-box stores…
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Workplace Inspection Checklist – MSIs pdf

Checklist to identify risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in various tasks and postures.
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Hand-Arm/Whole Body Vibration pdf

Guidance to limit vibration exposure and prevent long-term muscle and joint injuries.

Physiological Changes pdf

Guidance to adjust work for aging, fitness, or health changes to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
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Why are transitional duties often so important? video

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