Recent legislative amendments have led to the adoption of nationally harmonized safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at WorkSafeNB. Notably, this includes an update to head protection requirements. However, an oversight in the amended draft of General Regulations, 91-191, means it still specifies Type 1, Class E headwear as the correct type for project sites, despite the intended shift to Type 2, Class E headwear.
It’s time to report your annual payroll (Form 100). The filing deadline is Feb. 29, 2024.
New Brunswick’s First Aid Regulation was recently amended to help harmonize with national standards for workplace first aid training.
During the holiday season, WorkSafeNB will process loss of earning payments in advance. If you are a worker who receives loss of earning benefits, please see the holiday payment schedule below to plan your finances accordingly.
WorkSafeNB is pleased to share a new online resource for joint health safety committees (JHSCs). JHSCs are a vital tool in creating and maintaining positive, injury-free workplaces in our province.
WorkSafeNB has been alerted to a number of new aggressive or misleading sales tactics from firms advertising specific services and/or directly contacting New Brunswick employers with the suggestion they are non-compliant with provincial Occupational Health and Safety laws.
WorkSafeNB has reached an agreement with the Government of New Brunswick regarding a pending sale of the Workers’ Rehabilitation Centre (WRC)
No matter which exciting home improvement project you are embarking on, your responsibilities as the property owner extend beyond choosing paint colors and tiles; they also encompass selecting the right contractor and prioritizing safety.
