Duty of care is defined as the legal obligation for employers to protect their workers from harm and undue risks while at work. In tort law, duty of care is defined as a requirement that a person act toward others and the public with the standard of care (watchfulness, attention, caution) that a prudent person in[...]
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 69% of employees report being fatigued at work. Lack of sleep over an extended period is a leading cause of fatigue, among other factors such as drug or alcohol impairment illness, or stress. We know that fatigue reduces productivity and leads to significant risk of[...]
In the province of Quebec, an individual is considered to be a lone worker when they are in an isolated environment where it is impossible for them to request assistance. This includes a wide variety of workers in manufacturing, construction, real estate, social services, security, industrial, and delivery drivers to[...]
Three years ago, the Cannabis Act (Bill C-45) passed the House of Commons and Senate, effectively making Canada the second country in the world to legalize recreational cannabis nationwide, after Uruguay. Legalization came with many new challenges that employers and safety professionals must maneuver to ensure the[...]
According to the National Safety Council, driving accounts for 40% of workplace fatalities, making driving one of the most dangerous tasks an employee can perform. A majority of these accidents are caused by human error with a staggering 80% of vehicle accidents being related to distracted driving.
CALGARY, AB – The Government of Alberta, together with Aware360 and STARS launched DORS (Digital Overdose Response System) in Calgary, a mobile app designed to help Albertans using opioids and other substances while alone in their homes. Aware360 developed this app as a part of the Alberta’s Recovery Plan aiming to[...]
Verdantix recently released a report highlighting 10 Exciting Connected Worker Solution Providers to watch in 2021. The report outlines 10 of the most innovative connected worker solution vendors that offer solutions designed to aid operations, safety, and field service executives in better understanding technologies[...]
CALGARY, CANADA | The National Safety Council (NSC) has invited Canadian-based technology firm Aware360 to join its Work to Zero Advisory Council. Since 1913, the National Safety Council has used data, expertise and innovation to solve tough workplace safety problems. With thousands of workers still dying each year,[...]
As we wrap up from this tumultuous and unexpected year, employers are looking to new technologies to improve the health, safety, and productivity of workers in 2021 and beyond. While innovations in workplace safety grow, businesses are realizing the value of investing in technology like connected worker solutions to[...]
This past March, many companies had to abruptly shutdown in-person operations due to the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic worldwide. Now, even as case numbers continue to rise, businesses are resuming operations in the ‘new normal’ environment and are working to develop strategies to enable most employees to return to[...]