In Canada, business owners, employers, and lessees not only need to understand the PSR but also implement and enforce it. Only then can they expect workers to comply with the rules and codes. However, it’s just as important for engineers who perform a pre-startup safety review to fully understand the process. Protecting Companies and Employees [...]
To qualify as an engineer who performs health and safety reviews, an individual must have expertise in a specific field of engineering along with Canadian codes and standards. However, for companies that utilize machinery as part of their operations, an engineer requires even more expertise. Specifically, they need to know the right way to conduct [...]
There’s potential exposure to a range of hazards in the aerospace industry, both in internal and external environments. It’s important to manage such hazards and devise solutions to mitigate associated exposure with the help of an expert. To ensure workplace health and safety in Ontario, many aviation and aerospace companies have begun to invest in [...]
Various business activities, including manufacturing and transportation, contribute to Canada’s carbon footprint. To reduce Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions, many companies have taken a greener approach. Safety consultants in Toronto recommend awareness and training programs for a productive workplace. The guide below can help you understand the importance of safety consultants in organizations. Safety Consultants Assist [...]
Businesses that handle, store, and dispense flammable liquids face several serious safety concerns. Do you have any contingencies to handle potential hazards? Is your staff aware of safety protocols specific to flammable liquid storage? Your workforce must also have the knowledge and training necessary to handle flammable liquids in a safe and compliant way. Read [...]
If your business works in the production industry, you likely have a variety of machinery and equipment. Depending on the products and goods you make, some of this equipment can pose hazards. As a company, you need to do your part to protect employees and safeguard them against injuries. One effective way to do this [...]
When it comes to using machinery and equipment, nothing is more important than staying safe. Even seemingly harmless devices can cause injuries to operators and other people. To reduce harm and other incidents, employees should follow certain regulations. These requirements also help to ensure efficiency in the workplace. A pre-start health and safety review can [...]
Workplace health and safety inspections have always been a Ministry of Labor mandate. Employers must meet all protocols as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act. A pre-start health and safety review is one such legal mandate. It is an essential checklist of items that need verification, helping you address all potential hazards in the [...]
Regardless of the size or type of your business, mishandling flammable liquids can lead to potential fire hazards in the workplace. A fire prevention plan and safe handling protocols can best ensure flammable liquid safety. All organizations must also follow certain protocols when handling, storing, and transporting flammable liquids. Such regulatory guidelines help management and [...]
An effective health and safety program must include workplace policies that clearly communicate the employer’s commitment to a healthy and safe workforce. But even workplace health and safety policies often need an update, change, or modification authorized by senior management. As a result of industry trends, it’s important to follow the proper procedures to establish [...]
