According to the Canadian Cancer Society, the sunlight in Canada is strong enough to cause skin cancer, premature aging of the skin and harm to the eyes. The UV index is a helpful way to know how strong the sun's UV rays are. The scale starts at 0-2 (low exposure)... read more →

Don't use during rainy weather. Make sure the blade is sharp and clean. Wear gloves, safety glasses and a dust mask. Keep your body balanced and avoid overreaching.

According to the Government of Canada, more than 4 million Canadians get food poisoning every year. Food poisoning is caused by food that is contaminated with a harmful micro-organism such as bacteria, parasites or viruses. You can't always tell if something has gone bad by the smell or taste. It's... read more →

Industrial Hygiene is the science of protecting and strengthening the health and safety of workers and people in the community. It encompasses the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, prevention and control of environmental factors.  Industrial Hygienists typically work with the following; indoor air quality, occupational diseases, radiation, hazardous waste management and more.

In 2015, more than 274,000 people were treated for injuries related to lawn mowers. Avoid injury by following these tips: Before examine blades or dislodging debris- turn off the device Avoid mowing the lawn when it is wet Never disengage the fail-safe mechanism Remove stones and debris before mowing