1939- the Toronto Island Airport opens in Toronto, Canada.
Feb
04
Feb
04
1898- Finnish architect and designer, Alvar Aalto, is born.
Feb
04
Prior to working physically demanding jobs, it's recommended to quickly complete some stretching exercises. Try one of the following: Ankle Rotations (find out how here) Calf Stretch (find out how here) Quad Stretch (find out how here)
Feb
03
If you are caught outdoors in a lightning storm: Get indoors, if possible Seek shelter inside a vehicle, if possible Seek shelter in low-lying areas Stay away from bodies of water Avoid objects that conduct electricity
Feb
03
What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral fibre that naturally occurs in rock and soil. In the construction industry, asbestos is used in many products, such as floor and ceiling tiles, siding, and building insulation. When is Asbestos a Hazard? Asbestos is a safety hazard when it is disturbed and... read more →
Feb
02
Chisels & Dovetails This week’s carpentry class began with a quick lesson on sharpening chisels. To begin, we used a ninja-star-shaped bevel gauge to determine the angle of the primary bevel of the chisel. From there, we appropriately adjusted the angle on the power sharpening system tool. A 80-grit sanding... read more →
Feb
02
1987- Largest steel strike in American history ends.
Feb
02
Wear appropriate PPE (i.e. gloves and safety glasses) when handling dry ice Use dry ice in a well-ventilated area Store dry ice in an insulated container in a well-ventilated area
Feb
02
What is a Forklift Daily Log? A Forklift Daily Log is a short list of pre-operational visual and physical checks to be done before a Forklift is used for normal activities during the workday. What is the purpose of a Forklift Daily Log? A Forklift Daily Log helps ensure the... read more →
Feb
01
1811- the Bell Rock Lighthouse, a granite lighthouse designed by architect Robert Stevenson, opens.