OSH Answers Fact Sheets

What is measles? Measles is a contagious infectious disease caused by the measles virus. It infects the respiratory tract and spreads throughout the body. Measles can cause severe illness, complications, and death. Although it is most common in children, anyone can become infected.  Measles can be prevented with vaccination. Cases in Canada usually occur when unvaccinated or non-immune people travel abroad to countries where measles is circulating, become infected, and bring measles...

What is meant by diversity, equity, and inclusion? Diversity, equity, and inclusion promote the fair treatment and full participation of all people, especially populations that have historically been underrepresented or subject to discrimination because of their background, identity, disability, or other characteristics or circumstances.   Understanding diversity, equity, and inclusion includes acknowledging the existence of biases, prejudices, and systematic barriers that can exist. It...

Why should employers be concerned about mental health? The overall health of a workplace includes both the physical and psychological well-being of its workers. By treating mental health and its psychological component equally with the physical environment, a workplace can support their workers' overall well-being. Poor mental health not only hurts the individual, it also reduces corporate profits. It's important that all levels of the workplace – including the Board of Directors, management,...

What are engineered stone countertops? Engineered stone countertops are manufactured using crushed quartz rock, resins, additives, and other materials. Engineered stone countertops may also be referred to as artificial stone countertops, manufactured stone countertops, or quartz countertops. Why is there a concern about exposure to dust generated from engineered stone? The concern about engineered stone involves workers being exposed to the dust that is generated during the processing of...