Safe use of access equipment and fall protection continue to be the two major health and safety concerns related to access equipment on construction projects, according to the Ontario Ministry of Labour. The Ministry recently released results from an August 2011 blitz involving all types of access equipment at Ontario constructions sites. Inspectors checked on … Continue reading
A New York ladder accident demonstrates the fall hazards common to the construction industry. When an accident happens, an injured worker may be able to obtain compensation for his or her injuries. January 27, 2012 — Two recent construction accidents in New York demonstrate the fall hazards common in the construction industry. To help prevent … Continue reading
Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd. is pleased to report it has received approval of Mines Act Permit M-238 to develop an open pit gold mine at its Bonanza Ledge property near Wells, British Columbia. The Application, submitted to the B.C. Chief Inspector of Mines in accordance with Part 10.12 of the Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for … Continue reading
BC’s transportation minister says it’s up to drivers to keep traffic flaggers safe on the job. His comments come after three traffic flaggers were hit on the job in the last two weeks, sending all to hospital with injuries ranging from moderate to critical. Two flaggers were hit by a passing truck on Highway 1 late last … Continue reading
Our Training Partner’s Construction Safety Officer (CSO) Training program is recognized by the Applied Science Technicians and Technologist of BC (ASTTBC) and course participants are encouraged to register with ASTTBC upon completion of the course. Total Hours: 50 hrs (35 hrs in class and approximately 10 hrs of home study time) Total Weeks: 1 week … Continue reading