Occupational Health and Safety

News - Update on Monkeypox in Canada

Vaccination

There is ongoing work to plan the way forward with provinces, territories and partners, such as providing access to approved vaccines in Canada that, if required, can be used in managing monkeypox in their jurisdiction.

As a preparedness step, limited shipments of Imvamune vaccine from Canada's National Emergency Strategic Stockpile (NESS) are being offered to jurisdictions who require a targeted response. Currently, there is no need for the vaccine to be used for mass immunization. This recommendation is in alignment with international expert assessments, including the World Health Organization (WHO). The situation in Canada is under close and constant monitoring and may be adapted as and when the need arises.

Monkeypox vaccination is optional for those employees who would like to be vaccinated. If as an employee you are unable to obtain an appointment for the vaccination outside of work hours, please discuss with your supervisor or manager what options are available. We encourage supervisors and managers to be flexible, if possible, operationally, to allow employees to receive a vaccination.

Risk of Infection

While the risk of infection is currently low for the general population, monkeypox virus can affect anyone who is in close contact with an infected person or their contaminated objects. Contrary to some recent media reports, this virus does not discriminate and is not limited to spread from intimate sexual activities.

Symptoms

Canadians should be aware of the symptoms of monkeypox. Anyone who may have come into contact with a case or who is feeling unwell or has symptoms that could be consistent with monkeypox infection, should limit their contact with others and report their symptoms to their health care provider.

Common signs and symptoms of monkeypox infection include:

• fever;
• headache;
• muscle aches;
• exhaustion;
• swollen lymph nodes;
• development of a new rash

Following infection, the incubation period (number of days between exposure/infection and onset of symptoms) is normally 6-13 days but can range to as much as 21 days.

Preventing the Spread

As with any communicable disease, following basic individual public health measures can help prevent you from getting or spreading an infection. This includes measures like:

• staying home when sick or you have skin sores;
• practicing respiratory etiquette, including covering coughs and sneezes and wearing a face mask;
• hand hygiene;
• practicing safer sex.

The Government of Canada will continue to work with the provinces and territories to respond to the evolving situation, and will continue to provide updates to the public as new information becomes available.

Reporting Accidents

Attention: All employees MUST report work related incidents/accidents to their supervisor/manager as soon as possible using SMAAT. 

A Guide to Employees - What to do if you are injured at Work

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Privacy Notice

Personal information is collected pursuant to the section 240 of the Public Service Labour Relations Act, Part II of the Canada Labor Code and Part XV and Part XVI of the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, and the Government Employee Compensation Act. The information is used to administer occupational safety and health activities, including occupational injuries and illness and, where applicable, the investigation of occurrences of such injuries and wellness.

Personal information is protected, and only used and disclosed in accordance with the provision of the Privacy Act and as described in personal information bank PSU 907 Occupational Health and Safety. Under the Act, individuals have rights of access to and correction of their personal information, and the right to file a complaint to the Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding the institution’s handling of personal information.

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OHS Mandatory documenting after an incident/accident
Injury Flowchart
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List of SLERs
OHS Incident Report for Non-Employees
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Emergency Preparation, Response and Evacuation Program
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Ergonomics associated with Manual Handling Practices
Preventing Multiple-Strain Injuries - Working with Office Computers
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Recommended Physical Exercises for Computer Users
Ergonomic Risk Factors Office Work
Telework Safety Checklist
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Playspace and Equipment Maintenance Program
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First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Program
First Aid Kit Requirements
First Aid Kit Contents

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WHMIS Electronic Binder - PARATOX
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General Safety Precautions in case of a Spill of Hazardous Substances
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Asbestos Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

Hazard Prevention
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Job Hazard Analysis 

A Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) is a process that:

• offers a step-by-step approach to recognize, assess and control hazards, and monitor the ongoing effectiveness of controls
• systematically evaluates certain jobs, tasks or processes
• helps to eliminate or reduce risks or hazards in order to protect workers from injury or illness

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Online Learning

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