When launching a new business, particularly in the industrial sector, the excitement of innovation and market entry can sometimes overshadow the integral aspect of operational safety. However, safety should be a core value for any startup, as it directly influences viability and sustainability. This is where the Pre-Startup Safety Review (PHSR) becomes beneficial and essential. [...]
Safety is not just a priority in beverage manufacturing; it's a responsibility. Ensuring the protection of personnel, machinery, and the integrity of products is paramount. This is where machine guarding regulations come into play, serving as the unyielding shield that safeguards against potential hazards. In this article, we will explore the critical aspects of machine [...]
Ensuring a safe manufacturing environment is essential for both the well-being of workers and compliance with regulations. One crucial aspect of achieving this is evaluating equipment protection measures, specifically machine guarding. Machine guarding ratings, requirements, and standards play a pivotal role in safeguarding workers and minimizing the risk of accidents. In this article, we will [...]
In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the safety and well-being of workers remain paramount. With the increasing focus on workplace safety, machine guarding regulations have taken center stage. These regulations are designed to protect workers from hazards associated with machinery, ensuring a safe working environment. In Ontario, companies like SAFE Engineering, Inc., have emerged as [...]
In Ontario, ensuring the safety of industrial equipment is a critical priority for businesses. With stringent regulations and guidelines in place, organizations must go beyond mere compliance to achieve excellence in equipment safety. This article explores the shift from compliance to excellence, highlighting actionable steps such as inspections, training, and cultivating a strong safety culture. [...]
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 [...]
Any misconceptions regarding machine safety can impact your business negatively. Ignoring safety protocols affects not only operational efficiency but also your reputation. There’s also the rising cost of penalties when a machine is non-compliant. A machine safety specialist can help you face these issues head-on. Such experts have the engineering expertise to ensure your machines [...]
Machine guarding protects the operator and other employees in the vicinity from occupational hazards. Guards come in various types, from physical barriers to electronic safety devices. While machine guarding in Ontario is essential by law, there are other things to keep in mind. For instance, setting up standard procedures to operate, replace, and maintain machine [...]
This is actually a legal question. The law in Ontario requires that employers and supervisors “take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances” to protect workers under their employment. Taking “every precaution reasonable“ is also understood as Technical Due diligence. To understand the legal requirements associated with the achievement of Technical Due Diligence, one must ask [...]
To avoid unnecessary liability, many purchasers of machinery and equipment pass the responsibility for PSRs on to their suppliers. Many of our new clients are complaining that the equipment they have purchased Overseas from Countries of Origin like China are not complaint. The price is good, the quality is good, they function well, but [...]
