Notice // Safety Reminders as Sun Awareness Month (May) Comes to a Close
/in front/by Alison ClackWith the summer season fast approaching, it is important to manage outdoor worker exposure to ultraviolet light (UV). The Safety Branch would like to remind employers and their employees of some helpful tips on how to stay safe while working outdoors.
Notice // You’re Invited to Participate in a Construction Industry Focus Group on Post-Injury Return-to-Work
/in front/by Alison ClackAre you a construction worker who was injured and has gone through the WCB claims process, or an owner/manager/supervisor or safety representative from a small- to medium-sized construction company? If so, Construction Safety Nova Scotia wants to hear from you!
News // “More help wanted: Staffing shortages showing up in unexpected places”
/in front/by Alison Clack“Like every industry, we’re really facing it because we need people out building,” said President & CEO of the Construction Association of Nova Scotia, Duncan Williams.
Statistics // Highlights from “Labour Productivity and Hours Worked, 2021”
/in front, Uncategorized/by Alison ClackStatistics Canada has released preliminary labour productivity accounts for 2021. Labour productivity represents the amount of real value added generated per hour worked.