Protecting your business (and employees) from a fire
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It’s important to make sure you and your business aren’t caught off guard when disaster strikes. One emergency every business should be prepared for is a fire – because the [...]
Smoke alarm installation and maintenance tips
2 minute read
In Canada, fires kill eight people every week, with residential fires accounting for 73% of those fatalities. But many of these fatalities—and resulting home insurance claims—can be prevented with proper [...]
How to manage stress at work
3 minute read
According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, “mental health is more than the absence of mental illness. It’s a state of well-being.” Workplace demands can put physical and emotional stress [...]
Fire prevention tips for welding, cutting and other hot work
2 minute read
The use of open-flame and spark producing devices for welding, cutting and other hot work is among the leading causes of fires and explosions in North America. Even though it [...]
5 Tips for a Safe Holiday Party
1 minute read
The holiday season is a great time to reward your employees for a year of hard work and dedication. Whether you are hosting a smaller celebration during working hours, or [...]
A restaurant inspection checklist
1 minute read
Restaurant inspections are conducted on a routine basis by Canada’s Federal, Provincial or Municipal agencies to check and ensure regulatory requirements are being met with respect to general cleanliness, food [...]
Safety tips for using temporary heaters
1 minute read
Improperly installed temporary heaters are often the cause of major fire losses on construction projects. Protect your business with the right insurance solution. In construction, temporary heaters are commonly used [...]
Fall property maintenance: Roof inspection time!
1 minute read
As the summer comes to an end, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get back to business. With another season-end comes the task of performing maintenance to ensure [...]
Safety tips for using portable lighting in hazardous locations
1 minute read
For many construction and contracting projects, portable lighting is essential to viewing work. The type of lighting used must be safe for the location, especially if there are also hazardous [...]
How to make your job site cleaner (and safer)
2 minute read
Keeping your job site in proper order can improve safety, morale, public relations and efficiency. This involves proper storage, use, cleanup, and disposal of various construction-related materials. A good housekeeping [...]