WorkSafe Saskatchewan's Eye on Safety Contest winners announced
May 8, 2008
Contests winners were announced at the NAOSH kick-off luncheon in Moose Jaw.
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Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon
May 7, 2008
At the WCB's Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon, Chairperson David Eberle focused attention on the WCB's goal of eliminating work injuries.
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WCB launches Mission: Zero at AGM in Saskatoon
May 7, 2008
The WCB launches the Mission: Zero advertising campaign intended to drive home the impacts of work injuries and the importance of workplacve safety and injury prevention.
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Annual General Meeting in Regina
May 6, 2008
At the WCB's Annual General Meeting in Regina, Chairperson David Eberle focused attention on the WCB's goal of eliminating work injuries.
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WCB launches Mission: Zero at AGM in Regina
May 6, 2008
The WCB launches the Mission: Zero advertising campaign intended to drive home the impacts of work injuries and the importance of workplacve safety and injury prevention.
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Compensation Reporter (Issue 1, 2008)
April 30, 2008
This version of the WCB's corporate newsletter includes articles on Chairman David Eberle, the 2007 operating surplus and drop in premium rates for 2008, preview of Annual General Meeting items including a list of recent policy decisions, NAOSH Week, Safe Worker/Safe Employer Award winners, safety messages, report on Comp Institute, the CASH safety certificate program, WCB's corporate code of conduct and ethics, Saskatoon office move, and the first conviction for criminal negligence against an employer under Bill C-45.
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A Record Year for the WCB
April 15, 2008
The WCB's Annual Report, tabled today in the legislature, shows a $130 million operating surplus. This is the WCB's fourth consecutive operating surplus and the largest in its history.
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Day of Mourning
April 10, 2008
Day of Mourning memorial services will be held across Canada on April 28 to honour workers who were seriously injured, killed on the job or who died of conditions or diseases associated with their work during the past year. As well as mourning those workers who have died, the day draws attention to the need for safety for the living.
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2008 Annual General Meeting Regina and Saskatoon
April 2, 2008
The WCB's Annual General Meetings will be held May 6 in Regina and May 7 in Saskatoon.
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Shell's Journey to a Zero Injury Workplace Highlights Day Two of WCB's Comp Institute
March 11, 2008
Shell's journey to a better workplace safety culture highlights the second day of this year's 11th annual Comp Institute, sponsored by the Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board and being held at the Delta Regina Hotel.
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11th Annual Comp Institute Continues to Grow and Attract People From Across Western Canada
March 10, 2008
More than 320 people are attending the 11th Annual Comp Institute beginning today and
sponsored by the Saskatchewan Worker' Compensation Board (WCB). Participants will attend workshops and educational
sessions focusing on workers' compensation and workplace safety. The two-day event is free to registered participants.
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WorkSafe Saskatchewan Safe Worker and Safe Employer Awards Announced
February 4, 2008
The WorkSafe Saskatchewan Safe Worker and Safe Employer awards were announced today during the Industrial Safety Seminar being held in Saskatoon.
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Youth Quiz
February 1, 2008
WorkSafe Saskatchewan Youth Quiz website offers fun, information and great prizes.
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WHMIS Online Training for Saskatchewan Workers
January 31, 2008
WHMIS for Saskatchewan Workers is an online course developed for WorkSafe
Saskatchewan by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). It is intended for people who work with or may be exposed to hazardous materials at work.
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WorkSafe Saskatchewan at Play it Safe Day
January 8, 2008
WorkSafe Bob and his helpers attended SGI's Play It Safe Day on September 1 to promote safety at work and play.
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Notice regarding Employer Payroll Statements
January 3, 2008
The 2007-2008 Employer Payroll Statements (EPS) will be mailed the week of January 14. Employers must then complete and submit their statements to arrive at the WCB by the Feb. 28 deadline required by legislation.
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Saskatchewan Safety Council's 35th Industrial Safety Seminar
January 3, 2008
This annual seminar will be held in Saskatoon on February 4, 5, and 6, 2008.
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Newfoundland Delegation Visits
December 31, 2007
The WCB hosted a delegation from Newfoundland and Labrador interested in learning more about workplace safety initiatives.
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WCB achieves two workplace designations
December 27, 2007
The WCB was named as one of the Top 10 Employers in Saskatchewan and as a Youth Friendly Workplace. Both designations are based on the types of employment programs offered.
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My chair is hurting me!
December 24, 2007
Some quick tips on adjusting the armrests on your office chair.
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8.2% Reduction in 2008 WCB Average Premium Rate Approved
December 21, 2007
The Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) today announced it will reduce the 2008 average premium rate by 8.2 per cent. The announcement follows a series of meetings with employer stakeholders and is the third reduction to the average premium rate in the past four years.
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Recent Board Policy Decisions
December 20, 2007
A number of policies have been introduced or amended since the last edition of Comp Reporter.
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Safety equipment for students
December 10, 2007
30 students in trades training at Martin Collegiate in Regina have new safety boots thanks to a donation from the WCB's Corporate Social Responsibility Program.
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Strong Recognition and Support for WorkSafe Saskatchewan
December 6, 2007
A random sampling of more than 600 Saskatchewan residents indicates that WorkSafe Saskatchewan
promotions are having a positive effect on attitudes about the importance of safety.
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Comp Reporter
November 29, 2007
The 2007 November issue of the WCB's newsletter, Comp Reporter, includes information about several new initiatvies and related publications, a report on the effectiveness of recent Worksafe Saskatchewan ad campaigns, and a list of new and updated Board policy decisions.
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8.2 % Reduction in 2008 WCB Premium Proposal
November 13, 2007
The Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) today announced a proposal to reduce its 2008 average premium rate by 8.2 per cent to $1.69.
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