“The worst thing any firm can do for its reputation is attempt a cover up. Hiding accidents from the press and the public not only lowers the opinion of a single endeavour – it paints the building industry as a whole in a negative light.” - smallbiztrends.com, Workplace Safety Issues... read more →
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Jul
19
1869 - Large deposited of silver discovered near Thunder Bay. The deposited will later become Silver Islet Mine.
Jul
18
1959 - Canadian National Energy Board is created with jurisdiction over oil, natural gas, and electricity. Governance includes both pricing and supply.
Jul
17
“Distractions are a major danger to workplace safety and one of the leading causes of injuries. The most common distractions include fatigue, mobile phone use and using headphones to listen to music” - smallbiztrends.com, Workplace Safety Issues Reducing workplace distractions greatly improves both personal and site safety. Always follow the... read more →
Jul
17
1955 - Disneyland opens in Anaheim, California. Opened by Walt Disney himself.
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16
1969 - Apollo 11 launches. It will become the first landing on the moon.
Jul
15
“There are many reported accidents where the labourer fails to read the material data sheets and appropriately handle hazardous or unsafe material” - smallbiztrends.com, Workplace Safety Issues Reading the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) before handling any substance, especially if you are not familiar with the substance, is extremely important.... read more →
Jul
15
1975 - First international manned spaceflight is launched, the Russian Soyuz and the United States.
Jul
14
Communication is essential to safety! It is important to understand the dangers associated with each task you are required to perform. In addition, it is essential to be aware of other work that is being performed in and/or around shared work areas. Work conditions can change by the day, hour... read more →
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2005 - The ban placed due to suspicions of mad cow in 2003 by the United States of America, is overturned