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This Date in Safety History: October 21, 1966: The Aberfan Mine Waste Landslide

Five decades of mine waste left on a hillside collapses on the village below.

Lockout/Tagout Audits: Closing the Gaps Before They Cost You

If you ask any seasoned safety manager which piece of equipment worries them most, the answer often [...]

Transitioning from Heat to Cold: Managing Workplace Wellness and Safety

For OHS managers and HR directors, seasonal transitions present unique challenges. As summer winds [...]

Compliance Alert: Ontario to Become First Province to Require AEDs in the Workplace ​ ​

The 8 things OHS coordinators need to know to comply with the new OHS AEDs requirements for [...]

“Out of The Line of Fire”: Managing Struck By Hazards Before They Manage You

Two recent B.C. fatalities underscore a persistent truth about safety: you can do a hundred things [...]

Cutting PPE to Save Money Is a Dangerous Idea

PPE is the last line of protection standing between the hazard and the worker.

Are You Ready For The New Plastics Registry Reporting Due September 29?

The federal government has recently launched the Federal Plastics Registry (the "FPR"), a new [...]

Power Sanders in the Workplace: A Guide to Safe and Effective Use

Power sanders are essential tools on many worksites, from construction and carpentry to maintenance [...]

The Fire Triangle In Summer: A Conversational Guide For Canadian Ohs Managers On Seasonal Ignition Risks

It’s the middle of July, and the mercury is flirting with 35 °C across much of Canada. Crews are [...]

Burned By Complacency: Best Practices For Fire Watch, Permits, And Emergency Readiness

There’s a grim irony in fires that start on the calmest, most routine days. Take the mid-afternoon [...]

Emergency Preparedness – Know The Laws of Your Province

Emergency preparedness regulations are essential for safeguarding workers in the event of [...]

Drowning – Know The Laws of Your Province

Drowning prevention regulations are essential for protecting workers who operate near or on bodies [...]

Clearances – Know The Laws of Your Province

Clearance regulations are vital for ensuring safe movement, access, and operation within workplaces [...]

Biohazards – Know The Laws of Your Province

Biohazard regulations are essential for protecting workers from exposure to biological agents that [...]

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