When we think of hazards due to high winds, we think of cranes and lifts. They are obviously more affected by high winds and shut down at certain speeds. But what about the rest of site? There are still hazards for everyone else on site when it come to those gusty days. Most hazards are […]
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Lots of times when a trades person gets a minor cut or scrape they throw electrical tape over it and keep working. I’m not sure if this is because they are worried about getting into trouble, if they are trying to act tough or they are just that hard of a worker that they don’t
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Lots of times when a trades person gets a minor cut or scrape they throw electrical tape over it and keep working. I’m not sure if this is because they are worried about getting into trouble, if they are trying to act tough or they are just that hard of a worker that they don’t
Over the holidays we heard some heartbreaking news. Sadly in Nisku a horrific explosion took place, taking the life of one welder and injuring two other workers. An investigation is still under way. Sadly no matter what the investigation brings to light, it won’t bring this welder back to his family. Our deepest condolences go
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Alright truth be told, for the most part I’m horrible at New year’s resolutions. Maybe it’s because I usually only make it a few days without treats🤷 and then I break. A treat free life is not something I truly believe in. But I do believe this is a great time to reflect and try
The dreaded day back to work is finally here for all of us. Most of us are a few pounds heavier, ready for bankruptcy and definitely feeling the back to work blues. So how do we focus and safely get back into the swing of things? Here are a few things I try to do.
The holidays are definitely the best part of the year. It’s socially acceptable to over indulge in almost everything. The food, the gifts, the drinks and the parties, it truly is a wonderful life. However, if you are partaking in a few glasses of holiday cheer, be sure you have a safe ride home. It’s
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Unsafe trenching and excavation have caused a huge amount of injuries and deaths over the years. These incidents happen incredibly fast. Can you imagine one second working away, and the next you are buried alive? That is terrifying on every level. Thankfully, excavation injuries and deaths are also very preventable. Here are some things to
(Please read the following with the voice over from an infomercial) Have that hard to buy for person? Maybe pulled the most impossible name for the work secret Santa? What says “I’m wishing you a merry and safe Christmas” more than giving PPE for a gift. The list is endless, gloves, safety glasses, hard hats,
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We all take shortcuts. Maybe it’s not putting on our seat belt when we are just driving to the wash cart, or not tying off when you’re quickly taking the EWP back up to grab something, or walking through a red tape area because it’s faster. The thing is; shortcuts, both at work and at