October 2nd, 2011
After being overcome by gas fumes a 68-year-old man dies at an oil company worksite in western Manitoba while entering a building at the worksite.
http://news.ca.msn.com/local/manitoba/man-dies-at-manitoba-worksite… Read More...
Tags: Company, Oil
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October 1st, 2011
Sure, we can demonstrate that safety can contribute to the bottom line. Let me show you some ways how safety can contribute to the bottom line.
First of all, an employee who feels that he is in a safe place and is working with a management who is concerned with his safety is a productive employee. An employee … Read More...
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September 3rd, 2011
Every year, hundreds of workers suffer from heat-related injuries that in some cases can lead to death or very serious injury. A nationwide campaign was launched by OSHA to arouse awareness about the hazards of working outdoors during hot weather. Workers who are required to wear flame resistant clothing should plan ahead and take utmost precaution to reduce … Read More...
Tags: clothing, flame, resistant
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September 1st, 2011
Behavior-based safety is a phrase that describes the ability of an employee to choose a safe behavior over an unsafe one while carrying out his duties. Many accidents in the workplace can be avoided if employees take adequate measures as and when due such as wearing their heat resistant gloves. Behavior-based safety is a principle guided by correct … Read More...
Tags: Based, Behavior, Safety
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August 20th, 2011
Alberta regulators have approved the restart of an oil pipeline which caused the worst spill in the province in 40 years, nearly four months after the Rainbow pipeline leaked 2,800 barrels of crude onto northern muskeg.
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August 6th, 2011
Lead poisoning can lead to critical, lasting health problems among children and adults who are exposed to it. Low level exposure to lead can cause mental deficiencies, hearing impairment, and behavioral problems among children. EPA is spearheading the resolution of the lead contamination problems at the Puerto Rico Battery Recycling Facility in Arecibo. Working with EPA are the … Read More...
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July 17th, 2011
DuPont has been consistently providing the best protective clothing for different types of hazardous jobs. If you are looking for the right protective clothing that will work best for the specific type of hazard present in your working environment, you can use DuPont’s SafeSPEC™ 2.0 Garment Selector Tools.
If you are aware of the type of chemical, biological … Read More...
Tags: Dupont, SafeSpec
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June 18th, 2011
As the question of what is flame retardant fabric and/or flame resistant fabric seems to be of general interest to some people I thought some answers might be appreciated.
When searching for answers on the qualifications of FR clothing there can sometimes be a concern on what you would actually require and how to go about making the … Read More...
Tags: fabric, flame, retardant
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May 21st, 2011
This is a general overview of appropriate business casual attire. Items that are not appropriate for the office are listed, too. Neither list is all-inclusive and both are open to change. The lists tell you what is generally acceptable as business casual attire and what is generally not acceptable as business casual attire.
http://humanresources.about.com/od/workrelationships/a/dress_code.htm… Read More...
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May 17th, 2011
Safety Protection Warehouse (Canada) is proud to introduce yet another high quality brand of Nomex coveralls to the website.
IFR workwear is based out of Red Deer Alberta and provides a better option to safety and comfort, with a new line of Protective Workwear.
They manufacture Fire Resistant Workwear, including Coveralls, Parkas, Insulated Bib Overalls, Fleece Wear and … Read More...
Tags: Coveralls, Nomex
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