In the work place, there are constant distractions, so this week, Mark took the staff aside and spoke to them about the many hazards of a distracted coworkers. Mark highlighted housekeeping as a major contributing factor to avoiding accidents. Making certain that walk-ways are clear fro coworkers will keep them…
This week during the Safety Talk, Mark took a bit of a different approach. We had a number of new staff join our team today, so he thought it best to go over some general housekeeping information to remind our staff and educate the new people. He went over the…
Save your back, your arms, shoulders and heels! That was the message of this morning’s Safety Talk with Mark. What was he talking about? Using a pallet truck. Mark encouraged the staff to always push, if possible. Though the act seems harder, it is actually saving you from a laundry…
Today was a different format for Safety Monday. Once a year, we are required to go through WHMIS controlled substance, by area, with the staff. So different safety talks were done for the different environments that employees work in. Area specific WHMIS were arranged and presented throughout the factory today….
This morning was 770 days safe and, like every Monday, Mark spoke to the staff. Today’s topic was regarding the dangers of objects and substances to your eyes in the workplace. First and foremost, everybody needs to wear their safety glasses at all times and goggles or splash shield when…
This morning, as every week starts, Mark gathers the staff for a weekly safety talk. This week, it was about electricity, particularly, the ground. Staff were reminded to always inspect power tools before using them. If there are signs of damage or wear, these must be repaired properly before work…
On Friday, January 27th, 2017 we recognized our previous achievement of two years safe, marked January 18th of this year with a steak dinner and a commemorative gift for the staff. Late morning brought the BBQs around to the back door as Iris, Gary & Heather started cooking steaks. In…
This morning, Safety Mark addressed a very clear and present danger to many of our staff, the possibility that clothing may catch fire. Given that our staff, in all sectors face these hazards daily that could present a threat, it only seemed natural to talk about it. At first, the…
In the day-to-day work of a welder, clamps are common place, essential tools and used constantly. While Safety Mark is out on a course, Jeff stepped in to give the staff a Safety Talk today. We thought it best to go over some safety tips surrounding clamps to avoid any…
