Safety Bulletins
Safety Bulletins
WSCC Safety Bulletins

Asbestos Safety and Compliance
Asbestos is a hazardous material. Asbestos fibres are extremely fine and can remain suspended in the air for hours;... more

Bullying in the Workplace
Bullying usually involves repeated events or a pattern of behaviour that is meant to threaten, offend, insult, or... more

COVID-19: What protection do you need to do your job safely?
COVID-19 can spread from person to person through respiratory droplets containing the virus. To work safely, find out... more

Elevated Work Platforms
Employers who use elevated work platforms, often attached to self-propelled ‘zoom-boom’ type mobile equipment, must... more

Fall Protection
Every year in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, workers suffer serious injuries because of falls from heights. A... more

First Aid: First Aid Kits
Employers will need to update their first aid kits to meet the requirements of the amended OHS Regulations and the... more

First Aid: Legislation Amendments
On January 1, 2021, changes to Part 5 First Aid of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations of the... more

Grinder Safety
Grinders, or tools that use abrasive/grinding wheels and discs, are commonly found on many worksites and in our homes.... more

How to Fit Foam Earplugs Correctly
For earplugs to protect you from high noise levels, you must insert them correctly.

Impairment at Work
The term impairment refers to a variety of conditions and/or substances that impact a worker’s normal ability to work... more

Impairment: Alcohol Use and Work
Impairment (also known as unfit for duty/work) resulting from alcohol use can have severe consequences for not only the... more

Impairment: Cannabis at Work
Employers have always been responsible for ensuring their workers are able to perform work safely. This has not changed... more

Impairment: Fatigue in the Workplace
Mental and/or physical exhaustion can cause fatigue and lead to unstable decision-making and poor body ergonomics.... more

Impairment: Medications and Illness
Individuals do not often consider prescription or over-the-counter medication as something that could affect their... more

Ladder Safety
Safe Ladder Set-up and Use
Select the right ladder for the job. Inspect the ladder before use; look for broken rungs... more

Mould Removal
Employers and workers must comply with the Safety Acts and applicable regulations when removing mould-contaminated... more

On the Job: How Loud is It?
Hearing loss can result from exposure to sound levels at or above 85 decibels (dBA) for extended periods of time.

Scaffolding Safety
Safe Scaffolding Set-up:
Train all workers on safe scaffold installation.
Use proper fall protection.
Carefully... more

Slips, Trips, and Falls
Slips, trips, and falls remain a major cause of injury in the workplace. Risk is higher from autumn to spring, with... more

Sprains and Strains
Sprain and strain injuries are the leading cause of time loss injuries for workers across the Northwest Territories and... more

Synthetic Web Slings
Synthetic web slings are lightweight and flexible flat rigging usually made of nylon or polyester. They are affordable... more

Traffic Control Person
Traffic Control Persons (TCPs), or Designated Signallers, give clear instructions to anyone (motorist, cyclists, and... more

Traffic Control Plans
Workers face an increased risk when they work on roadways. Employers must develop and implement a written Traffic... more

Viruses and Colds in the Workplace
Respiratory viruses like influenza and the common cold circulate regularly. They spread by coughing, sneezing, shaking... more

WHMIS 2015
The adoption of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) in WHMIS harmonized... more

WHMIS 2015: Guide for Suppliers
The adoption of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) into WHMIS harmonized... more

WHMIS 2015: Supplier Labels
The label is the worker’s first source of information about the product’s hazards. In WHMIS 2015, the labels of ... more

WHMIS 2015: Workplace Labels
The label is the workers’s first source of information about the hazards of a product. In WHMIS 2015, the labels of ... more

Working Alone
Workers face increased risks when working alone. The severity of the risks depends on location; type of work; public... more

WORKING IN THE HEAT
The return of the midnight sun means that many of us will take advantage of the great outdoors between now and the end... more

Young Workers
Every year in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, workers suffer serious injuries. Anyone who lacks training and... more
External Bulletins & Alerts

Fall Protection Defect Swivel Snaphook Inspection Notification
Inspection notice for GFP products featuring a possible unsafe condition due to a supplier defect in a specific style... more

Falls: A Leading Cause of Truck Driver Injuries
Falls from height are a leading cause of injury for commercial drivers. Jumping from cabs and trailer decks can result... more

Fire Extinguisher Failure
Sunday February 12, 2012 @ 7:30 am an Emeco field mechanic was completing his weekly service vehicle inspection. He... more

Fire Extinguisher Safety Alert
A pressurized fire extinguisher mounted to a Dozer ruptured and exploded due to loose mounting. The friction from the... more

Foot Injury from Outrigger
On February 28, 2012, a contract rigger at the CLEU-2 T/A was injured when a carry deck crane outrigger was lowered... more

Frac Oil Chemical Incident Alert
On September 6, 2013 during the routine maintenance of frac equipment, a vacuum truck operator was sucking out the... more

Hand Injuries
On September 27th, worker was installing ground wire. While stripping the insulation covering off the wire, the knife... more

Knife Injury Prevention
Knives can be a useful tool in our work place. However, knives are often used as ‘all purpose’ tools and can result in... more

Line of Fire Incident
On August 31, 2015, a contract mechanic was using the shop bay crane to position a drive chain in the drive case. When... more

Prevent the Spread
Be ready for the flu and other infectious diseases in the workplace.

Propane Cylinder Alert
A three person Hydro crew (pipefitters) were tasked to lower a 20-pound propane cylinder from a deck approximately 60... more

Snow Overload on Buildings
Provide a simple ‘rule-of-thumb’ method for identifying which GNWT structures are potentially at risk of developing... more