Health and Safety Guide for Custodial Workers is a new 170 page, pocket-sized handbook from CCOHS, packed full of practical information to help cleaners, caretakers, facilities managers and other custodial workers recognize and control workplace hazards.

In an easy-to-read format it describes safe work practices for common custodial tasks and outlines procedures for working alone, workplace violence, and emergency preparedness. Custodial workers can also refer to the guide for recommendations on personal protective equipment (PPE), how to improve their work environment, and much more.

The guide will also assist health and safety committee members, supervisors, managers, engineers, and health and safety professionals, offering guidance on how to develop and implement programs to prevent occupational injuries and illnesses.

Health and Safety Guide for Custodial Workers is a collaborative work,  written by occupational health and safety experts and peer-reviewed by government health and safety authorities, representatives of workers and employers, and specialists in the field of custodial work.

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March 2007