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 →
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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 →
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 →
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 →
Make sure all safety guards are in place and working Keep your fingers out of line with the cut you’re making Keep your hands a minimum of two inches away from the blade Plan cuts to avoid having to back out of curves Do not force the jigsaw during a... read more →
Check the wood for knots, nails, screws, or staples before chiseling Use a wooden or plastic mallet with a large striking surface Point the blade away from yourself while chiseling Do not use a dull chisel, keep your chisel sharpened
Your vision is both a critical and essential part of many daily activities in both the workplace and in your personal life. It is an important part of everyday communication, working, and general quality of life, it is very important to protect your eyesight from potential dangers such as UV... read more →
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