No images? Click here Lessons from a laser incidentGaps in safety practices lead to eye contact with Class 3B laser beam. Involved in a fender bender?Collision reporting is key to ensuring the safety of staff and students and to complying with university policy. Report all incidents involving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle used for university business:
Safety Stand Down: March to MayIn response to an uptick in serious incidents involving injuries, property damage, or potential for serious harm, the U of A has mandated Safety Stand Down meetings to identify gaps and to implement measures related to supervision, hazard assessment, training, and emergency preparedness. Upcoming EventsThursday, April 28Building a Safety Culture Lunch & Learn Series: Session #3: Hazard ManagementWho's accountable for hazard management and what's involved with an assessment? Speaker: Greg Hodgson, Occupational Hygienist, HRHSE April 28 is the National Day of MourningAt the U of A we commemorate the day by lowering the flags to half-mast. Other ways to mark the occasion:
North American Occupational Safety and Health Week: May 1 to 7Celebrate Safety & Health Week at the University of Alberta with a safety stroll or book a safety pop-up for your workplace—we'll come to you! Back-to-campus safety basicsReturning to campus? Dust off your safety knowledge:
Round-Up EXTENDED to April 29Good news! This program has been extended by a month to allow for maximum participation. It takes just a few minutes to check the contents of your cupboards—take advantage of this free program! Safety Moment tipsStart your staff meeting with a five minute safety chat:
Lift safelyHauling equipment and boxes back to campus? Improper lifting may result in musculoskeletal injuries such as lower back pain and herniated discs that are difficult to resolve and can be debilitating. Before you lift, consider splitting the load or asking someone for assistance. HSE Management SystemPutting (HSE) policy into practiceYou've read the HSE Policy and attended the lunch & learn...now what? We've assembled a checklist of actions for you to start putting principles into practice. Watch for a new list monthly. Who's who at HSEMeet Sobia: HSE Intern, linguist, and chef extraordinaire!Welcome to Sobia Ikram, MPH student and HSE intern. In her short time with us, Sobia has tackled dozens of projects and deftly negotiated the weird world of hybrid internships. What's new?Resources
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