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CSA explains updates to Z462 Workplace Electrical Safety Standard - Part 3
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Calendar of Events
Qualitative Fit Test Workshop - February 14, 16, 21, Organizer - 3M, Various locations: Edmonton (Feb. 14); Quebec City (Feb. 16); Calgary (Feb. 21)
Hearing Conservation Seminar - February 14 and 28, Organizer - 3M, Various locations: Langley, BC (Feb 14); Edmonton (Feb. 28)
Workplace Electrical Safety Seminar - February 28, UBC Okanagan, Kelowna, B.C.
Mental Health in the Workplace Workshop - March 8, 9, Institute of Health Economics, Edmonton, Alta., Contact: dhaas@ihe.ca
Management and Leadership Skills for Environmental Health and Safety Professionals - March 26 - 28, Boston, MA
Partners in Prevention 2012 Conference and Tradeshow - May 1 - 2, International Centre, Mississauga, Ontario
Check out the Calendar of Events on the Canadian Occupational Safety website for more upcoming industry seminars, conferences, shows and training sessions.
Got an event you want us to include on the website? Please send an e-mail to editor Mari-Len De Guzman: mdeguzman@annexweb.com.
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