This document focuses on working in cold conditions. Please see the OSH Answers Hot Environments - Overview and Humidex Rating and Work for more information on temperature conditions.

What is hot work? Working with ignition sources near flammable materials is referred to as "hot work.

5 days ago · Bringing Health, Work and Wellness Together We all play a part in making workplaces healthy and safe There is a strong connection between the health and well-being of people and their work environments. When people feel valued, respected and satisfied in their jobs and work in safe, healthy environments, they are more likely to be more productive and …

Sep 25, 2024 · Welders can work in places that manufacture structural steel, boilers, heavy machinery, aircraft, and ships. They also work in many industrial sectors such as automotive, oil and gas, manufacturing, forestry, mining, construction, etc.

May 10, 2024 · What is an occupational health and safety (OH&S) program? A health and safety program is a definite plan of action designed to prevent incidents and occupational diseases.

Feb 27, 2025 · With work-related asthma, typically, these symptoms are worse on working days, often awakening the patient at night and improving when the person is away from work. While off work, sufferers of work-related asthma may still have chest symptoms when exposed to airway irritants such as dust, fumes or upon exercise.

What is an overall return to work (RTW) program? A return to work program is a workplace’s written plan that focuses on finding meaningful and suitable work for workers coming back to the workplace from injury or illness.

May 10, 2024 · What is a return to work (RTW) program? A return to work program focuses on finding meaningful and suitable work for workers coming back to the workplace from injury or illness.

Feb 18, 2025 · What are some important elements of a workplace layout? The layout or organization of the work area, which allows materials to be handled without excessive bending, twisting and stretching, reduces injuries.

May 10, 2024 · Why should a workplace be concerned about healthy eating? When a workplace can help employees to make wise food choices, as part of a workplace health program, it can influence the person’s long-term health and wellness.