Ground disturbance is a critical aspect of construction, utility work, and infrastructure development in Canada. Service providers—such as telecommunications, gas, electricity, and water companies—must follow strict regulations to ensure safety and compliance. Failing to adhere to proper ground disturbance protocols can result in injuries, service disruptions, and legal consequences. This blog outlines the key ground […]
Ground disturbance. It sounds relatively benign, perhaps even routine. But beneath the surface lies a complex web of potential hazards that can lead to serious injuries, costly damages, and even environmental catastrophes. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional, a utility worker, or a homeowner planning a landscaping project, understanding the risks associated with ground disturbance […]
Ground disturbance is a common activity in construction, utilities, and infrastructure projects. However, it comes with significant risks, including damage to underground utilities, environmental harm, and safety hazards. Preventing damage during excavation is not only a legal requirement in many jurisdictions but also a critical step in ensuring the safety of workers and the public. […]
Ground disturbance activities, such as excavation, trenching, or drilling, are common in construction, utilities, and oil and gas industries. However, these activities come with significant risks, including damaging underground utilities, causing environmental harm, or even endangering workers’ lives. To mitigate these risks, a Ground Disturbance Checklist is essential. This blog will guide you through the […]
Understanding the Differences: General Awareness vs. Regulated Compliance In today’s fast-paced world, online training has become the standard for knowledge dissemination across industries. When it comes to safety training, it’s crucial to understand the differences between general awareness courses and regulated compliance courses. In this blog, we’ll explore these distinctions in the context of online […]
Understanding GHS Symbols: A Guide to Chemical Hazard Classification and Communication Globally Harmonized System (GHS), formerly known as WHMIS 2015, defines and classifies the hazards associated with chemical products, and works to communicate health and safety information through labels and safety data sheets. Chemical products are placed in classes. Each class describes a different type […]
Construction is an ever-expanding industry, but with its growth comes many risks and hazards that workers and employers must be aware of. In Alberta, Canada, the construction sector is no exception. Below we will take a closer look at some of major risks in the construction sector followed by a few training tips. Please note […]
In order to maintain a positive culture of safety in the workplace, it’s important to keep safety front-of-mind every day. Daily tailgate meetings are common in industrial & construction environments to prioritize safety and spark discussion around a variety of topics. For anyone facilitating these meetings, it can be challenging to find new & interesting […]
Top 4 Fall Protection System to Protect the Employees Falls are among the most common causes of serious, work-related injuries and deaths. Fall protection is the use of controls that are designed to protect the employees from falling when working at heights. A fall protection plan is a safety plan laid for the sake of […]
OH&S Certifications & Designations OH&S professional designations can be challenging to navigate when investigating a career in Safety. Depending on your country, province/state, employer and industry, there may be mandatory educational requirements or training qualifications needed. The CSSE (Canadian Society of Safety Engineering) has put together a fantastic PDF resource covering topics such as: OH&S […]
