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Category: Health and Safety

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

7 tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season Choose a fresh Christmas tree, not a dry one. Set it up in a container of water and add more water as required. A dry tree is a fire hazard, so keep your tree fresh and moist. If you think this…

Heating things up in the Office

Portable electric space heaters are commonly used to provide supplemental heat during the colder months. Unfortunately, space heaters can increase the risks of fire and electric shock if not used properly. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that there were 21,800 home fires involving stationary or portable space heaters…

Cold Weather Injuries and Gear

Dress warmly and stay dry to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Frostbite Signs and Treatment: Skin becomes pale, hard and numb. Fingers, hands, toes, feet, ears, and nose are usually affected. If frostbite occurs: Move to a warm dry area and remove any clothing that fits tight and will limit blood…

Be SAFE on ICE

Walking to and from parking requires special attention to lots or between buildings at work during winter to avoid slipping and falling. Slips and falls are some of the most frequent types of injuries – especially during the winter months. No matter how well the snow and ice is removed…

Hand Hygiene Matters

  While you don’t have to hold the handshakes and high fives, regular and proper hand washing is key to saving yourself and your colleagues from germs that harm your health.   Public transport is a germfest!  One in four commuters has faeces bacteria on their hands – Scrub your…

Fire Safety Tips For The Office

Fire Safety Tips For The Office An office fire can be devastating, resulting in the loss of life, jobs, property and information. It can lead to business interruption or even permanent closure. Offices are loaded with combustibles: carpeting, draperies, papers, books, wood and upholstered furniture, plastic laminate, vinyl-fabric-covered furniture, wood…

Fire Safety

  October is National Fire Safety Month, and there’s no better time to increase fire safety awareness in your workplace. Practice good workplace housekeeping. Clutter contributes to fires by providing fuel and by preventing access to exits and emergency equipment. Place oily rags in a covered metal container. This waste…

Seasonal Flu Prevention Tips

Seasonal Flu Prevention Tips There’s no doubt about it, Cold and Flu Season is a sure thing, and it’s coming whether you’re ready or not. Nothing will take away all the risk of getting a cold or flu, but there are many things you can do to greatly reduce your…

Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls

Workplace Safety Tips Preventing injuries in the workplace isn’t always complicated. A lot of injuries that occur are easily preventable with simple measures and increased situational awareness. From our 39 years of labour staffing experience, here are some basic tips on how to avoid some of the more common everyday…

The 12 Days of Holiday Safety

As we all know, safety at home and work is paramount every day of the year. We’ve found a great way to remember the importance of safety during the winter/holiday season from the Government of Canada’s ‘Get Prepared’ webpage… The 12 Days of Holiday Safety In the true spirit of…
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