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Safe and Sound with CCOHS

Safe and Sound with CCOHS

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) 295 Episodes Jul 9, 2026

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) produces a monthly podcast series covering workplace health and safety topics. Each episode provides information, tips, and insights to keep working Canadians informed about their well-being. Listeners can download episodes for listening at their convenience.

Episodes

What Occupational Health and Safety Could Look Like in 2040
What Occupational Health and Safety Could Look Like in 2040 Jul 9, 2026 09:32 Dr. Arif Jetha recently led a research study that scanned nearly 400 signals of change to map out where occupational health and safety is headed. He explains why leaders need to balance today's challenges with tomorrow's, and what employers, policymakers and workers can do to stay ahead.
The Evolution of Psychological Health and Safety
The Evolution of Psychological Health and Safety Jun 11, 2026 14:52 In today's workplace, we know that prioritizing psychological safety alongside physical safety is part of building a truly healthy and safe environment. But that hasn't always been the case. Consultant and expert Mary Ann Baynton joins us to discuss how approaches to psychological health and safety have evolved over time.
Data-Driven Approaches to Health and Safety
Data-Driven Approaches to Health and Safety May 10, 2026 08:32 Association of Workers' Compensation Boards of Canada CEO Janet MacEachern joins us to discuss national injury trends, and how workplaces can use AWCBC's data to support prevention locally.
Jour de deuil: L'histoire de Jessica Blackie Gillis
Jour de deuil: L'histoire de Jessica Blackie Gillis Mar 31, 2026 17:58 L'ambassadrice de Threads of Life, Jessica Blackie Gillis, a vu sa vie basculer le jour où son frère est décédé dans une tragédie évitable sur son lieu de travail. Écoutez son témoignage bouleversant. 
Day of Mourning - Jessica Blackie Gillis' Story
Day of Mourning - Jessica Blackie Gillis' Story Mar 31, 2026 12:37 Threads of Life Ambassador Jessica Blackie Gillis' life changed forever the day her brother died in a preventable workplace tragedy. Hear her powerful story.
Supporting Workers with Chronic Pain
Supporting Workers with Chronic Pain Feb 13, 2026 15:55 Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Canadians. It may occur after an injury has healed, or without a known cause. Dr. Andrea Furlan, a pain doctor from the University Health Network at the University of Toronto, joins us to discuss how employers can support workers affected by chronic pain, and how workers can find relief. 
Sit, Stand, Stretch: Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries at Work
Sit, Stand, Stretch: Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries at Work Jan 20, 2026 06:14 Whether work involves prolonged sitting or standing, reducing repetitive strain injuries starts with identifying the hazards and risk factors and improving job design. Here's where workplaces can start.
Les principales questions de santé et de sécurité de 2025
Les principales questions de santé et de sécurité de 2025 Jan 2, 2026 07:06 Nous révélons les questions en matière de santé et de sécurité les plus populaires de l'année, comme elles ont été envoyées à notre Ligne d'information sur la sécurité. 
Top Health and Safety Questions of 2025
Top Health and Safety Questions of 2025 Dec 8, 2025 09:44 We reveal the most popular health and safety questions of the year, as sent to our Safety InfoLine service.
Réduction de l'exposition à la silice en milieu de travail
Réduction de l'exposition à la silice en milieu de travail Nov 12, 2025 07:46 L'exposition à la silice, qui peut causer le cancer du poumon, touche les travailleurs de plusieurs secteurs, mais la majorité des expositions surviennent dans la construction et le génie civil. Meghan Friesen, des Centres de santé des travailleurs (ses) de l'Ontario, se joint à nous pour discuter de la façon dont l'Outil de gestion de la silice peut aider à réduire le risque d'exposition et à pro
Reducing Silica Exposure in the Workplace
Reducing Silica Exposure in the Workplace Nov 12, 2025 07:07 Exposure to silica can cause serious occupational diseases, including lung cancer. Meghan Friesen of the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers joins us to discuss how the Silica Control Tool can help reduce the risk of exposure and protect workers.
Psychological Health and Safety in Action with Troy Winters
Psychological Health and Safety in Action with Troy Winters Oct 10, 2025 23:03 When thinking about workplace health and safety, physical safety is usually top of mind. But for a workplace to be truly healthy and safe, psychological safety is also an essential component. Troy Winters, National Health and Safety Coordinator for CUPE, joins us to discuss what that looks like in practice.

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