In a previous post, I talked about the tragic incident that led to changes in working at heights legislation in Ontario. Now, let’s take a closer look at what the legislation actually requires. Before 2014, the law simply stated that a worker must complete fall protection training. However, after the 2009 swing stage collapse and […]
In 2009, a catastrophic incident occurred which changed the way working at heights training was presented. Picture this: it was Christmas Eve. Six workers were on a swing stage set up at an apartment building. The next thing they knew, the swing stage fell out from beneath their feet. Of the 6 workers, 4 fell […]
When I was completing my Health & Safety degree, I had to write a report on an ergonomic issue. I wrote one on the hazards of laptops. Even writing this now, I am using a laptop computer. My report basically said there is no safe way to use a laptop on its own. Only […]
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