Preventing Injuries

Workplace injuries can be prevented. Understanding common hazards and taking steps to address them can help reduce injuries and support healthier workplaces.

Explore the resources on this page to learn about preventing musculoskeletal injuries, psychological injuries, back injuries, and slips, trips, and falls.

Preventing physical injuries

Musculoskeletal Injuries

A workplace resource explaining common musculoskeletal injuries and how to prevent them.

Ergonomics

Workplace ergonomics guidance to reduce injury and improve comfort.

Slips, Trips, and Falls

Slips, trips, and falls prevention guidance for safer workplaces.

Back Injuries

Workplace tips for preventing back injuries and strain.

Preventing psychological injuries

Psychological Injury in Your Workplace

Find simple ways to talk about psychological injury and support recovery at work.

Bullying and Harassment

Information to help foster psychologically healthy workplaces.

Psychological Health Resource

WCB Nova Scotia and the Nova Soctia Department of LSI provides this resource centre to support you in navigating through the key principles and best practices associated with Psychological Health and Safety.

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Last updated: 2026-06-26

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