
Advent of the Exosuit
Two technical innovations that will have an impact on construction health and safety in the near future are wearable technologies and exoskeletons. Exoskeletons, or exosuits,
Two technical innovations that will have an impact on construction health and safety in the near future are wearable technologies and exoskeletons. Exoskeletons, or exosuits,
Of 236,379 patients who survived a diagnosis of COVID, the incidence of neurological or psychiatric sequelae at 6 months was a staggering 33.6% according to
Dear Blue Collar, The other day a worker made himself a cup of instant coffee. He put a cup of water in the lunchroom microwave,
Workplace investigations needn’t be outsourced to ‘expert’ adjudicators. The vast majority of interpersonal conflicts may be solved by a company’s internal resources and a dose
While the majority of those who contract COVID eventually “recover” — many report difficulty returning to full health. They still have fatigue, body aches, shortness
A new poll conducted by The Western Standard shows the NDP taking a commanding lead in Alberta politics. What might this mean for workers and
Matters of political correctness are driving a record rise in WCB claims. *** Workers’ comp legislation requires employers to ensure psychologically-safe workplaces. In part this
Dear Blue Collar, An outbreak occurred in our office. Several WCB claims have followed, and meanwhile, we’re working remotely until further notice. I’m especially worried
Dear Blue Collar, A probationary new-hire just filed a claim for PTSD after our office fire alarm sounded. WCB said something about a ‘thin-skull’ rule,
Dear Blue Collar, I’m in way over my head. A worker injured himself and I’ve been told to “whip up” a modified work plan. I’m
By now there’s likely only a degree or two of separation between you and someone who’s tested positive. Yesterday Alberta brought in new mandatory limits
Last year an Ontario man was caught red-handed masturbating in his office cubicle. Following several more unseemly incidents, the worker was finally dismissed. He would
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