(NORTH BAY, ONT.)- On Tuesday, Hard Hat Hunter (www.hardhathunter.com) will proudly announce its educational partnership with Canadore College. Canada is experiencing a critical shortage of skilled trades workers. The demand for these workers is compounded by an aging workforce. There is a strong need for new highly skilled workers. Canadore... read more →
Nov
07
Nov
07
Check power cords for damage or fraying prior to use Don't overload power outlets/boards Be aware of overhead utility lines Never modify electrical plugs
Nov
07
1791- the Custom House opens in Dublin, Ireland.
Nov
07
Did you know that, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls account for approximately 15% of all accidental deaths? How about that more than 9 million slip-and-falls occur every year in the United States? The majority of falls are slips and trips which occur on the same... read more →
Nov
06
1850- First Hawaiian fire engine.
Nov
05
1895- The 1st US patent is granted for a gasoline driven car.
Nov
05
When using a ladder, always maintain 3 point contact: two hands and a foot two feet and a hand Stay safe out there!
Nov
04
1948- Five people are killed when a fire breaks out at a coal mine in KItzmiller, Maryland.
Nov
04
If you're working outdoors, the risk of lyme disease is a real hazard. Here's how to prevent it: Limit exposed skin: wear long sleeves and pants Use DEET repellent Check for ticks after each shift (and if you find them, remove them quickly) Know the signs associated with tick bites... read more →
Nov
04
Workers are exposed to noise on the worksite on a daily basis. Everything from metal fabrication to using a chainsaw to operation of heavy equipment can produce noise at dangerous levels. This noise can have damaging (and lasting) effects on your hearing. This very real hazard is completely preventable. With... read more →