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 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 […]
Top 10 Key Steps for Creating an Online Workplace Safety Course In today’s digital era, online safety training is vital for organizations, providing a scalable way to educate employees. This blog outlines key steps for creating an effective online workplace safety course. Book A Demo > Step 1: Needs Assessment Before starting, identify specific safety […]
Online workplace safety training has various advantages over traditional classroom-based training. Below are some important reasons why online training may be preferable for continuous material delivery and learner retention: 8 Key Advantages: Consistent Content Delivery Flexibility and Convenience Accessibility Increased Retention Time Savings Record-keeping Up-to-date Cost Savings View Courses > 1. Consistent Content Delivery: With […]
Workplace safety is a vital part of any industrial sector that must be addressed carefully to avoid incidents, injuries, site damage and even worse, fatalities. There are many effective steps you can take to improve workplace safety, whether you work in construction, oil and gas, transportation, or manufacturing. Please note that the information below is […]
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 […]
