Human Resources and Health & Safety Articles

The written modified work offer letter is key to any structured program. Always ensure that the work you have offered the worker is in writing, and kept on file for future

The Forklift Operator Training Program consists of a classroom theory session presented in an interactive format which covers all aspects of lift truck safety and operation. An on-site individual practical operating

All workers using scaffolds of any type must receive training on how to use them in a proper and safe manner A two-point suspension scaffold (swing stage) is a suspension

Fire Wardens must be competent and confident in the event of an Emergency. When the fire alarm sounds, proceed as follows: 1. Don your Fire Warden Vest or hat 2.

This course is designed for both new and experienced operators covering theoretical and practical overhead crane principles. This company-specific training is conducted at the client location and instructs participants on

A King Township construction company and a supervisor were fined a total of $100,000 after a worker was badly injured at a Brampton roofing job. The employer was fined $90,000 and 

Tip #1: Plan for Wide Variety of Emergencies Your emergency plan can’t just address fires and that’s it. It must be comprehensive and account for all types of emergencies to

1. Report injuries on time.  • Ensure that injuries are reported to the compensation board within the time limits set out in your jurisdiction. Failure to report on time can

What is WHMIS and GHS? WHMIS is Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It is a Canada-wide classification system designed to provide workplace standards for the control, handling, storage, and disposal of

1. Ladders. Used throughout plants and warehouses, 8 percent of all occupational fatalities are the result of falls from ladders. Ladders slip, tip, slide and break. While human error causes