In your business, precision, accuracy, and speed are also vital components of success. To produce quality products for your customers, you need skilled workers, good processes, and reliable machinery. If any of these facets are not performing well, your operations will suffer. In addition, the absence of these elements can compromise safety. This is where [...]
When a person looks for a place to work, there are many crucial elements to consider. The prospective employee wants to do something he or she can enjoy and excel in. But perhaps most critically, the individual needs to know that this environment will be safe. Workers should know that even if there are serious [...]
According to Section 7 of Canada’s Occupational Health and Safety Act, some companies in Ontario need a professional review. Performed by a qualified engineer, this pertains to industrial structures, protective element processes, and apparatuses. Commonly referred to as a PHSR, this ensures compliance with current health and safety standards. A Breakdown of the Pre-Start Health [...]
One of the best ways to enhance workplace health and safety is to have an assessment done of the work environment. More specifically, Ontario business owners need to take advantage of a pre-start health and safety review, also referred to as a PHSR. What Is a PHSR? Ontario businesses need to have a pre-startup safety [...]
Especially in the manufacturing, processing, and materials handling industries, employees need to feel safe while on the job. By creating a healthy and safe work environment, you’ll probably notice a few positive changes. That includes improved morale, higher production, and fewer mistakes. To achieve this goal, incorporate a workplace health and safety program into your [...]
As a responsible business owner, you want daily operations to run as smoothly as possible. A big part of that has to do with keeping your employees healthy and safe. Well, as you know, industrial work environments have unique risks. However, according to leading health and safety consultants in Ontario, you can achieve this goal [...]
If you have a business that deals with flammable or combustible liquid materials, it’s important to learn about and take preventative measures for the most common causes of fire explosion. Viable Options to Prevent a Fire Explosion According to the top fire and explosion consultants, there are several ways to prevent an accident from occurring. [...]
Unfortunately, Canadian officials discovered startling statistics regarding fire, explosions, and employee injury and death. Recent reports show that of the many commercial fires occurring each year, a significant number of them resulted from ignited combustible or flammable liquids. This is a stark reminder of why it’s so critical to have a solid plan in place [...]
Initially, that question might seem silly. However, by breaking it down, you can better define a “safe working environment.” With that, you’ll gain new insights as to why it’s so critical. It doesn’t matter if you own a small company with 10 employees or a large corporation with 1,000 plus workers. The best thing you [...]
While it’s hard to admit, it often takes a devastating event for people to gain a new perspective about the importance of health and safety. Two recent examples are the COVID-19 pandemic and the Surfside condominium collapse in Florida. Not only did these events affect traditional households but also businesses stretching across multiple industries. Regarding [...]
