Risk Prevention- Federated Insurance
9 business security tips for closing time
You or your employees can fall into a routine as you shut down your business at the end of every day. That’s why it’s so important to make sure [...]
How to build a culture of workplace safety at your contracting business
Elizabeth Tela2023-11-15T11:16:31-05:00Whether climbing a ladder on an uneven surface, carrying heavy supplies on slippery floors, or simply walking down a cluttered hallway, workers can face several hazardous situations throughout a [...]
Asbestos removal: How to detect and navigate an exposure
When humans inhale or ingest asbestos fibers, the material can get trapped in the nose, throat, or digestive tract, which can cause serious health problems, such as respiratory diseases [...]
Tips to protect your shop from electrical source vehicle fires
Are you a repair shop or service centre owner? If so, it’s important to know a fire can occur when vehicles and equipment experience electrical malfunctions. Motor vehicles, marine [...]
Tips to help protect your business from flood damage
Many business owners assume that if their business property hasn’t experienced flooding before then it won’t happen anytime soon. While this isn’t necessarily true, the good news is there [...]
Three ways to effectively manage independent contractors
Hiring employees for your business can be an exhausting and laborious process. With different roles to fill and various tasks to complete, sometimes it’s easier to hire an independent [...]
How handheld devices can factor into your road safety policy
Across Canada, using handheld devices while behind the wheel is considered distracted driving. Distracted driving is illegal and considered a form of impairment, similar to driving while intoxicated. According [...]
Recordkeeping best practices for your contracting business
brucereid2023-04-05T10:45:27-04:00As a contractor, you likely have a lot of tools you rely on to help you get tasks done for projects. You may manage several projects at once on multiple [...]
Key tips to ensure your storage lot is secure
Storage lots can be used to store a variety of items, including vehicles, stock, and equipment. A properly designed storage lot uses several security measures that make theft difficult. Below, [...]
How to prepare your business for a hurricane
Elizabeth Tela2022-11-15T16:53:24-05:00Hurricanes are extremely dangerous weather events that can devastate livelihoods, disrupt business operations, and damage properties, equipment, and vehicles. It’s important to take the time to prepare for hurricanes, in [...]
