Safety Matters

Keeping the conversation going to keep young workers safe on the job.

It’s National Fire Prevention Week in Canada, and this year's theme is: "Fire Prevention Week – Have 2 Ways Out".

For the second year in a row, the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB) has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. The official announcement can be found in this morning’s Globe & Mail.

The Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia recently announced a set of new rate enhancements for 2013. What can you do to change your rates?

The Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia’s Twitter account (@worksafeforlife) has launched! Managed by our Communications Department, it will be used as a communications tool and outreach channel to reach and engage with our stakeholders.

Today is Stand up Against Bullying Day in Nova Scotia schools. See one teenager's message to stop bullying.

The Chronicle Herald ran an editorial on Sept. 7th, focused on the province's success in reducing workplace injury through prevention.

A safety message was sculpted out of sand at the 34th Annual Clam Harbour Sandcastle and Sandsculpture Contest this past weekend. Check out the action.

We all know we should use sunscreen when playing or working outdoors, but do we know why and what type is best to keep us safe?

This is National Drowning Prevention Week, a time to reinforce the need for safety while working, swimming, boating or playing near water.