Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) magazine is the premier workplace health and safety publication in Canada. We cover a wide range of topics ranging from office to heavy industry, and from general safety management to specific workplace hazards.
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APRIL/MAY 2017 5 APRIL/MAY 2017 | ISSUE 2 | VOLUME 55 THOMSON REUTERS | CANADIAN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY IN THIS ISSUE FEATURES 16 TELECOM Tower climbers work at extreme heights in difficult conditions By Amanda Silliker 22 Hand protection Chemicals not only consideration when choosing chemical resistant gloves By Linda Johnson 24 Ergonomics Are you hiring your next injury? By Amanda Silliker 28 Technology Digital safety management systems take over By Linda Johnson COLUMNS 10 Professional Development Tiny particles have big hazard potential By Glyn Jones 12 Legal Landscape OHS contraventions can trigger accusation of manslaughter By Norm Keith 14 Safety Culture Time to look beyond Swiss cheese By Dave Fennell DEPARTMENTS 6 Health and Safety News Updates from the world of health and safety 8 Up Close Profiling personalities in OHS: Spencer Beach 34 Tools of the Trade The latest OHS innovations and industry updates 22 24 16 28 16 On Demand Webinar Series Canada's leading magazine and website for health and safety professionals presents the Canadian Occupational Safety On Demand Webinar Series; intelligent learning solutions and development resources. The result is the information you need, delivered by dynamic and engaging speakers in a quick, easy-to-consume format, to help your organization with all your health and safety needs. ON DEMAND PROGRAMS: $69 + tax REGISTER ONLINE: www.cpdcentre.ca/cos CURRENT ON DEMAND TOPICS Personal Protective Equipment Eye and Face Protection Fall Protection Skin Protection Industrial Hygiene Chemical Handling Environmental Safety Health & Safety Compliance Poster Poster Safety Safety COUNTERFEIT SAFETY MARKS AFFECT COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE FOR MANUFACTURERS CSA Group offers several important services related to combatting counterfeit marks. From clearly explaining our various marks and labels, to providing education and training on mark awareness, we recognize anti-counterfeiting measures as critical to the safety of users and supporting a level playing field for manufacturers. We also provide a convenient online resource for importers and distributors who are sourcing CSA certified products via searching the Certified Product Listing (CPL). Products found in the CPL are verified CSA certified. www.csagroup.org Counterfeit products are not just about knock-off handbags and watches. Phony items can include power tools, extension cords and personal protective equipment. Purchasing a counterfeit item could mean unintentionally putting you or your co-workers at risk for serious injury, illness or even death. Use the following tips to help avoid counterfeits. • Look for and inspect the mark: Avoid electrical products if a mark from a recognized certification organization, such as CSA Group, is missing and look at the mark closely to ensure it matches similar certification marks on other products. • Be cautious of inferior packaging: Counterfeit packaging often has poor design or only partial illustrations. Misspellings and unclear printing on products and labels may be another indicator of a fake product. • Look for a recognized name: When a product doesn't include a brand identifier or trademark, it may be a counterfeit. Also look for missing return addresses or company contact information. • Beware of huge bargains: If the pricing seems too good to be true, it probably is. • Buy solid products: Check the "look and feel" of goods – fake products are often too light and too flimsy. • Know your retailer: If in doubt, buy only from reputable, well-known stores with clearly stated return policies. P A G E 1 8 COVER PHOTO: JASON FRANSON