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Survey of Traffic Control Training Sessions by Training Providers and Trainers
The Commission is consulting with stakeholders regarding the development of traffic control training programs.  Please take the time to review and complete the survey in assisting the Commission to develop and implement a traffic control person training standard. Deadline for completing the survey is November 27, 2009.

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Tips to protect you from the H1N1 influenza virus
The H1N1 virus is circulating in workplaces. Here are some tips to help protect you:

  • Wash hands often
  • Keep common surfaces disinfected
  • Cough and sneeze into your arm, instead of your hand
  • If you are sick, stay home until your symptoms are gone and you feel well enough to participate in all activities
  • If you get flu-like symptoms and are pregnant, have underlying health problems or if your symptoms get worse, contact your health care provider.

How CPP disability benefits impact WHSCC wage-loss benefits
The Commission has developed a new handbook entitled “How CPP disability benefits impact WHSCC wage-loss benefits.” This information explains the rules regarding Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefits an injured worker may receive while also receiving wage-loss benefits due to a workplace injury. It will also:

  • answer commonly asked questions about CPP disability benefits;
  • provide sample calculations; and
  • provide Commission contacts for more information.

An electronic version of the handbook is available on this website or by calling the Commission at 1-800-563-9000


Classification of industries and assessment rates for 2010
The Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission (the Commission) is maintaining its average base assessment rate for employers at $2.75 for 2010. The average base rate is the rate paid by employers to cover the anticipated claims costs and the cost of administering the workers’ compensation system. Assessment rates are based on the industry group in which an employer is classified and the cost experience of the group. 2010 Industries and Assessment Rate Code Book (.pdf)

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Base assessment rate unchanged for 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2009 The Workplace Health, Safety and... Read More