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Protect Your Lungs From Silica Dust - November 08, 2024

November is Lung Month in Canada.

 

 

Did you know that, over time, inhaling of silica dust can cause serious illness, such as Silicosis, lung disease, lung cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

 

 

Learn more about how to protect your lungs from silica dust related illness 

2024 Worker Survey Underway - November 06, 2024

The WCB's 2024 Worker Survey is now underway.

 

This survey is conducted every two years by an independent reserach firm called Narrative Research (NR). NR will ask our clients about their satisfaction with our progams and services. Paricipation is voluntary and confidential.

 

This survey is one way the WCb gathers feedback from our stakeholders, so that we cna continue to improve how we serve Island workers and employers. 

 

 Click here for the results of previous surveys. 

 

If you have questions about this survey, please reach out to Jody Jackson, Manager, Policy, Planning and Evaluation, at 902-213-4547 or email jsjackson@wcb.pe.ca

Safety Education Session - November 06, 2024

Our Workplace Safety Education continue next week!

 

Coming up:

November 12 – Navigating First Aid Regulations.

 

November 12 – Respiratory Protection Programs.

 

November 14 – Health & Safety Committee Basics & Workplace Inspections.

 

Space is limited!

Register now by emailing ohs@wcb.pe.ca or by calling 902-368-5687.

Getting back is part of getting better - November 04, 2024

For workers who need help re-entering the workforce, the WCB’s vocational rehabilitation (VR) program can provide them with the support they need for getting back to work.

 

 

 Here’s more information about the VR programs.  

Protect Yourself from Radon - November 01, 2024

November is Radon Action Month.

 

 

Radon is an invisible, odourless and  tasteless gas that is formed when radium breaks down.

 

To raise awareness about the dangers of radon and how to reduce its level, the WCB, Lung NSPEI, Government of PEI, and the City of Charlottetown are offering a PEI radon education workshop.

 Register here. 


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