WANNA WIN FREE STUFF? Here's how! Post a creative photo of your worksite while following these rules: Post only one photo with the #hardhathunter, #canadorecollege and #PictureYourWorksite. Retweets don’t count. Do not create multiple accounts. Mention and follow @hardhathunter and @CanadoreCollege in your post. Follow all of Twitter’s Rules. For... read more →
May
11
May
11
Hold small or thin pieces of stock in a hig or holding device to prevent hand or finger injuries. Wear proper PPE where required such as safety glasses or goggles, respiratory protection, and hearing protection suitable to the level and frequency of noise while using a sander. Adjust work... read more →
May
11
What is a Construction Timeline? A construction timeline contains activities, their durations, interdependencies, and constraints to help identify conflicts and bottlenecks in a project. What is the purpose of a Construction Timeline? The purpose of a construction timeline is to help you better plan out your upcoming job, which can... read more →
May
10
Deaths and injuries from ATV’s at work have been on the rise as they become more readily available, deaths were as low as 11 in 1992, and have rose to an average of 51. To stay safe, when working with an ATV: Never exceed the manufacturer’s specified hauling, towing, or... read more →
May
10
Hello. I spend a whole lotta money (which is relative as I don’t make a lotta money) on the whole lotta tools required to be a competent working musician. Guitar amplifiers, PA systems, microphones, and the guitars themselves are the main big-ticket items. When these things get sick, it takes... read more →
May
09
Who Yvonne Lambert What I am the Office Manager at First North Enterprise. How Long 9 years. Where First North Enterprise is based in North Bay, Ontario, but completes mulching, concrete, residential development, and trucking services across Ontario. Why I was interested in the construction industry, and the opportunity presented itself. For Fun... read more →
May
09
HEY! Wanna win some free stuff? Hard Hat Hunter and Canadore College are running a photo contest on Twitter. You could win a bunch of stuff. Check out this for more information on how to enter. Good luck!
May
09
Linguistic differences can be a barrier to communication in the workplace, which can lead to unsafe work practices and workers being unaware of issues present. Workers from different backgrounds may have different expectations and attitudes in relation to the workplace, including health and safety. The most effective way to communicate... read more →
May
08
Lack of experience and trained judgement cause a notable increase in the chance of getting injured at work, this is especially true for younger workers. When dealing with Young Workers: Assign suitable work, avoid assigning tasks requiring a high degree of skill, or a great deal of training and responsibility.... read more →
May
07
Provide adequate lighting so drivers, pedestrians, and workers can see each other easily Use road and other signs where appropriate Provide separate entrances and exits for vehicles and pedestrians Use mirrors, CCTV cameras, and reversing alarms to help drivers see movement all around, and pedestrians/workers are aware of vehicle movement... read more →