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Workplace Medical Corp. We help companies reduce avoidable employee absences by plugging the leaks in their processes. Pre The First Principles of Absence Management are:
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Workplace Medical Corp works as a strategic partner with organizations across Canada, in both the public and private sector to reduce avoidable absences by providing services that support employee absence prevention, response and return to work strategies. Many HR executives and Health & Safety managers recognize that employee absences are an important productivity issue, but effective absence man

agement programs are difficult to design, implement and enforce. Just determining the scope of the problem is a challenging task for most organizations. Early Intervention: Don’t rely on doctor’s notes. The doctor should not be the truent officer for industry.
2. Planned Communication: Get the right information to the right person at the right time.
3. Data Tracking & Measurement: You can’t manage what you can’t measure.
4. Supervisor Involvement: If the supervisor is not part of the solution, they are part of the problem.
5. Time and Attendance: Record keeping does not equal absence management.
6. Policy development and implementation: Poor policy and implementation are by far, the most significant causes of avoidable absences. If you'd like to identify whether there are any leaks in your current absence management program, visit our website to download your free guide.

02/03/2025

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗞 𝗖𝗥𝟮!

We’re excited to announce a new, lower price on the LIFEPAK CR2 AED, making it easier than ever to enhance safety in your workplace or public space. Built for speed, reliability, and ease of use, the LIFEPAK CR2 features real-time WiFi monitoring, so you can be confident that your AED is always ready when needed.

Now’s the time to invest in the safety of your team or community - Contact us today: https://www.workplacemedical.com/contact-us/

12/11/2024

This is your reminder to reserve your spot for next week’s webinar with Alison Cowan. Don’t miss this chance to learn strategies for addressing absenteeism and its impact on your organization. Click the link below to register!

11/27/2024

Absenteeism is impacting organizations more than ever—affecting productivity, profitability, and long-term success. Join us for a live webinar with Alison Cowan, Absence Management Consultant at Workplace Medical Corp.

Date: December 17, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. ET

Don’t miss out! Get the full details and reserve your spot here: https://bit.ly/3ZnKBhQ

11/20/2024

Last week, we had the pleasure of attending the Partners in Prevention conference hosted by Workplace Safety & Prevention Services.

This year’s theme centred on the rapidly changing nature of work—and how we can adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape.

Our biggest takeaway? The importance of fostering a strong organizational culture. It’s clear that amidst change, a supportive and dynamic culture is the foundation that helps teams navigate challenges, embrace innovation, and succeed together.

We’re excited to apply these insights as we continue to support our clients in building safe, productive, and engaged workplaces.

11/13/2024

We’re excited to be part of Cameco Corporation's two-day client trade show, now in its second day. This event provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the strong partnership we’ve built with Cameco over the years and to connect with industry peers.

Our commitment to supporting Cameco's occupational health program remains the same—helping to keep their employees healthy, safe, and fit for work.

We’re looking forward to another great day of engagement and connection with Cameco and fellow industry partners.

10/30/2024

As we reach the tail end of National Protect Your Hearing Month, we wanted to close it out with an insightful conversation between Bill Shapiro, our President and CEO, and Karen Vye, our experienced audiologist at Workplace Medical Corp.

In this interview, we discuss why noise-induced hearing loss is 100% preventable yet remains a significant issue in workplaces today.

Karen explains how proper education, consistent noise evaluation, and an effective hearing conservation program can make all the difference.

Join us in raising awareness about this critical occupational health issue. Together, we can protect our greatest asset—our people.

10/23/2024

Let's take a moment to appreciate small businesses' vital role in our communities. The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) emphasizes supporting these businesses as part of their five-year occupational health and safety strategy, Prevention Works:https://www.ontario.ca/files/2022-06/mltsd-prevention-works-occupational-health-and-safety-strategy-en-2022-01-12.pdf

The MLITSD offers fantastic resources to help small businesses understand their health and safety responsibilities. Check it out here: https://www.ontario.ca/page/health-and-safety-small-businesses

At Workplace Medical Corp., we provide services to help you meet these requirements, including our Health and Safety Gap Analysis (Safety Compliance Audit). This assessment gives you a clear picture of your current health and safety program, identifies your strengths, and highlights areas for improvement. After the analysis, you'll receive a comprehensive report detailing your compliance status and our tailored recommendations.

Additionally, we offer a variety of services to support these requirements and recommendations, including:

- Health and Safety Policy Development
- First Aid and Health & Safety Training
- Supply of AEDs and AED Accessories
- Mobile Hearing Test
- Custom Hearing Plugs
- Medical Surveillance Programs
- Respiratory Fit Testing

Let's work together to ensure a safer workplace for everyone! Contact us today: https://www.workplacemedical.com/contact-us/

10/23/2024

October is National Protect Your Hearing Month—a great time to think about the real impact of hearing loss at work.

Noise-induced hearing loss is preventable, but untreated hearing issues still cost Canadian businesses billions every year in lost productivity and compensation claims.

By investing in a Hearing Conservation Program, you can help keep your team safe, reduce claims, and protect your bottom line.

Check out our latest blog to see how you can make hearing conservation a priority: https://www.workplacemedical.com/blog/the-real-cost-of-hearing-loss-in-the-workplace

10/03/2024

Navigating Accommodation Requests for Disabilities

Handling accommodation requests can be challenging, especially when medical documentation is unclear, or mental health needs are involved. As an HCA Magazine article highlights, successful accommodations require a clear understanding of restrictions—not just employee preferences.

The process can be challenging and often involves gradual return-to-work plans, flexible options, and mental health support. For remote workers, collaboration tools and regular check-ins are crucial to address communication barriers and maintain a work-life balance.

However, the real challenge lies in implementation—securing the right documentation and understanding each employee's needs.

This is where Workplace Medical Corp. (WMC) comes in. Our experienced case managers connect directly with employees to understand their needs, request necessary details, and ensure accommodations are rooted in medical evidence, not just preferences. Through doctor-to-doctor conversations and personalized support, WMC focuses on the individual, helping them return to full duties effectively.

Ready to streamline your accommodation process? Let WMC support your team. Contact us today: https://lnkd.in/eG7SHMT

For more information, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eGgKWZH9

10/01/2024

Recent research by Personnel Psychology reveals an important relationship between mental health and work injuries. A comprehensive analysis of over 1.4 million participants shows that mental health challenges can both increase the risk of work injuries and exacerbate recovery from them. This underscores the importance of addressing physical and psychological well-being in the workplace.

The costs of work injuries and mental health issues are significant, with evidence indicating that their combined impact can escalate medical expenses and time loss by up to 10 times. This not only affects individual employees but also undermines organizational sustainability.

At Workplace Medical Corp, we address these issues through our Disability Management and Wellness Mental Health Programs.

Our Disability Management approach includes early intervention to manage mental health issues before they impact recovery, tailored mental health support to address specific needs, and effective return-to-work strategies that consider both physical and psychological aspects, ensuring a smoother transition back to work and reducing the risk of further injury.

Our mental health programs include supervisor training to help identify and respond to mental health issues for team members, online educational videos and online Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

The right mental health preventative, response and return to work strategies will reduce the risk of work injuries.

Discover how our tailored solutions can help your organization manage mental health and effectively prevent work injuries: www.workplacemedical.com/contact-us/

09/26/2024

🚨 𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄? 🚨

Did you know that we have a year-round trade-in program for your Automated External Defibrillator (AED)!? Trade in your old AED and get a rebate to use toward the cost of a new one. It's that simple!

At Workplace Medical Corp., we are committed to providing you with the most effective AED solution. The latest AED models, like the LIFEPAK CR2, offer a range of advanced features designed to improve emergency response:

▪ 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Manage the status of your AED remotely for added convenience.*

▪ 𝗰𝗽𝗿𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: The CR2 is the only AED in Canada that can analyze underlying heart rhythm while the rescuer performs CPR, minimizing interruptions in CPR.*

▪ 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗻: Easily adjust shock energy to a safe level for children ages 1-8, all by a push of a button.

▪ 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹: A built-in microphone automatically adjusts sound levels based on the noise in your environment to ensure you hear instructions.

▪ 𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀: Starting at 200 joules and escalating to 360 joules for increased effectiveness.

Contact us today to learn more about our AED solutions.
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*𝘖𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘞𝘪𝘍𝘪 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭

09/25/2024

Today, our Workplace Medical Corp. team had the privilege of providing First Aid training to the dedicated employees of the City of Toronto Transportation Division. Helping organizations equip their teams with essential life-saving skills is at the heart of what we do.

From quick response techniques to practical, hands-on experience, our expert trainers are committed to ensuring that every participant is ready to act confidently in critical moments.

Thank you to the City of Toronto for partnering with us to prioritize safety and preparedness in the workplace. Together, we are building safer communities!

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08/21/2024

We are thrilled to announce that MediKeeper, distributed in Canada by Workplace Medical Corp., has been honoured by Canadian HR Reporter as a 5-star HR software and technology provider!

At Workplace Medical Corp., MediKeeper is central to our wellness offerings. This innovative and customizable platform empowers us to design wellness programs that align with company objectives and each employee's unique goals. The result? Enhanced engagement and more meaningful wellness outcomes.

With over 15 integrated wellness initiatives, including health risk assessments, educational resources, online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and wellness challenges, MediKeeper is a comprehensive tool for creating healthier workplaces. It seamlessly integrates with our other services, such as biometric screenings and onsite wellness clinics, providing administrators with the data-driven insights they need to manage their programs effectively.

MediKeeper is more than just a platform—it's a strategic asset that delivers exceptional value to our clients, helping them cultivate a healthier, more engaged workforce.

Click here to learn more about the award-winning platform: https://www.workplacemedical.com/wmc-wellness-platform/

08/14/2024

We are pleased to announce that our first aid training courses in Nova Scotia are fully compliant with the new regulations that will go into effect on August 1st, 2024.

Here are the key updates for Nova Scotia's first aid guidelines:

1. Enhanced First Aid Kits: New minimum standards for first aid kits based on the latest CSA guidelines. Kits are categorized into three types with specific contents.

2. Updated Training Requirements: First aiders must be certified according to the latest CSA standards, and employers must cover the training costs.

3. Record Keeping: Employers must maintain detailed and confidential records of all workplace injuries and first aid treatments for up to five years.

4. Emergency Transportation and First Aid Rooms: Clearer requirements for emergency transportation and mandatory first aid rooms in larger workplaces.

If you have any questions about these or any other Health & Safety (H&S) regulations, we are here to help. Our H&S consultants are familiar with regulations in all provinces.

New regulation is a good trigger for reviewing your H&S program. Our H&S audit reviews all your policies and procedures against regulations and best practices. It identifies compliance gaps and hazards, giving you a clear action plan to achieve full compliance and improve workplace safety.

To learn more about how an H&S audit can help your organization maintain compliance, you can connect with one of our H&S consultants here: https://bit.ly/4a14aPm

For more information on the Nova Scotia First Aid guidelines, click here: https://bit.ly/46NVg7D

07/23/2024

Organizations are increasingly exploring the effectiveness of remote therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in addressing mental health needs. A trend in the wellness industry is providing virtual resources for easy access, such as virtual therapy. But this raises a pressing question: "Does virtual treatment really work?"

A recent study dives into this topic, highlighting the pros and cons of remote therapy versus traditional in-person sessions and emphasizing the need for flexible, accessible mental health resources.

The study found that virtual therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy, eliminates location barriers, provides higher privacy, reduces cost, and offers flexibility in scheduling. However, therapists charge similar prices for their virtual courses, and clients still need to book times that work within the therapist's schedule, not the other way around. This is where internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (iCBT) can help with accessibility and cost-effectiveness.

Full article: https://bit.ly/3YaJwKc

At Workplace Medical Corp., we understand these challenges and have a solution that meets the evolving demands of today's workforce. Our MediKeeper platform offers iCBT, which is self-led, unlike traditional or online virtual therapy. This means employees can access mental health resources anytime, anywhere, without needing scheduled appointments, resulting in significant cost savings. Our program is designed for flexibility and convenience, ensuring support is always within reach and making the implementation process a breeze for HR leaders.

What sets iCBT on MediKeeper apart from other platforms is its seamless integration with other MediKeeper apps. This integration makes iCBT just one component of a comprehensive wellness program. Our "Total Approach" to wellness includes strategic wellness planning, outsourced Wellness Coordinator support, biometric clinics, and a personalized online wellness portal (Medikeeper) with tools, videos, challenges, cognitive behavioural programs, and micro-learning courses.

By integrating iCBT through Medikeeper into your organization, you can enhance your mental health initiatives with a cost-effective, comprehensive solution that empowers employees to take control of their mental well-being. Let's work together to create a healthier, more resilient workforce.

You can learn more about our virtual health solutions at https://www.workplacemedical.com/wmc-wellness-platform/

07/18/2024

Did you know regular health check-ups can significantly boost employee well-being and productivity? MediKeeper’s latest article dives into why this is essential for every workplace.

[Read the full article here: https://medikeeper.com/blog/regular-health-check-ups/

At Workplace Medical, 'knowing your numbers' is key to a successful wellness program. This means understanding vital health metrics like cholesterol, glucose, triglycerides, blood pressure, and BMI. Our team helps make sense of these numbers for each employee's personal wellness journey.

With this knowledge, employees can take proactive steps to improve their well-being and enhance their contribution to your organization. Here's how we support this approach:

• Convenient workplace health testing.
• Various levels of point-of-care blood testing.
• Comprehensive biometric clinics covering essential vitals (BP, pulse, height, weight, BMI).
• Immediate point-of-care results.
• Personalized health education to help employees understand and improve their health.

Our clinics create a culture of health and accessibility right at your workplace. Booking a health check-up has never been easier with our online platform.
Ready to boost your team's well-being? Contact Workplace Medical today to get started: https://www.workplacemedical.com/contact-us/

07/04/2024

As summer is in full swing, staying informed about the UV Index is crucial. The Government of Canada has provided helpful tips on how to utilize the UV Index to stay informed about the weather and protect yourself from the sun: https://bit.ly/3VPwhvI

UV Index helps us understand the strength of the sun's rays and the necessary precautions to take.

In Canada, The UV Index ranges from 0 to 11+. 0 means low exposure, and 11+ means extreme exposure to Ultraviolet Rays.

UV levels over level 6 become dangerous, and going outside unprotected can lead to sunburn, eye cataracts, skin aging, and even skin cancer.

The Daily UV Index can be found on weather apps so you can make informed decisions about protecting yourself and your loved ones. Remember to wear hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen, and limit your time in the sun when the UV Index is high.

06/26/2024

Beat the Heat: Protect Your Workforce from Heat Stress

As summer temperatures soar across Canada, it's vital to safeguard your team from heat-related illnesses. Here is some information that our occupational health nurse presented recently at a lunch and learn on heat stress.

Heat stress symptoms to watch out for:

- Heat Rash: Red bumps in sweaty areas. Keep skin dry and wear loose clothing.

- Heat Cramps: Painful muscle spasms. Rest in a cool area and rehydrate.

Heat Syncope (Fainting): You may experience dizziness and fainting. Move to a cool area and elevate your legs.

- Heat Exhaustion: Dizziness and rapid heart rate. Cool the body and seek medical help if needed.

- Heat Stroke: Confusion and high body temperature. Call 911 immediately.

Some proactive measures you can take to protect yourself from heat stress:

- Encourage breaks in shaded or cool areas.

- Provide hydration options, including electrolyte drinks.

- Adjust work schedules to cooler parts of the day.

Wellness education is the cornerstone of a robust wellness program. Our lunch and learns and wellness seminars can be tailored to your specific needs, equipping your team with the knowledge to stay healthy and safe.

Additionally, our wellness platform provides hundreds of wellness videos and articles, ranging from self-help tips to new trends in the wellness industry.

Invest in your team’s health to enhance safety, morale, and productivity. Discover more about our wellness programs and resources here: https://www.workplacemedical.com/wellness/

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As we reach the tail end of National Protect Your Hearing Month, we wanted to close it out with an insightful conversation between Bill Shapiro, our President and CEO, and Karen Vye, our experienced audiologist at Workplace Medical Corp. In this interview, we discuss why noise-induced hearing loss is 100% preventable yet remains a significant issue in workplaces today. Karen explains how proper education, consistent noise evaluation, and an effective hearing conservation program can make all the difference. Join us in raising awareness about this critical occupational health issue. Together, we can protect our greatest asset—our people. #NationalProtectYourHearingMonth #HearingConservation #OccupationalHealth #WorkplaceWellness #NoiseInducedHearingLoss

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