Jul
20
A few years back The Colony was a reality program which aired weekly on what was once known as The Learning Channel. Now The Learning Channel has since been rebranded as ‘TLC’ as I guess there is no longer any particular programming emphasis on the ‘Learning’ portion. Today, I have...
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Jul
19
Tool storage can range from 12-inch plastic containers to elaborate heavy-duty metal chests. Although the tools themselves will vary depending on the occupation of their owner, most of them would be considered incomplete without the following essentials: Hammer Debatably the most useful tool of all time, hammers have been around...
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Jul
18
The first Sunday of every month, my family and I can be found at the local home improvement store to attend a kids’ building workshop. For 45 minutes we watch our eldest use hand tools ranging from hammers to saws, to pliers to attach, modify, and create. He’ll excitedly hurry...
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Jul
15
Alicia Woods, CEO and founder of Covergalls, is passionate about women’s position in the construction and mining industries. Covergalls, a Northern Ontario based company, provides workwear specifically designed to fit the shape of a woman better than anything else out there. No, they’re not pink, they’re not even cutesy. They’re...
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Jul
15
There are four main types of materials used in the construction of ladders: aluminum, fibreglass, wood, and steel. These four materials are suited to various tasks; each have their strengths and weaknesses. Aluminum Aluminum ladders are lightweight and resistant to moisture and corrosion. However, they can conduct heat and electricity,...
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Jul
14
What is a Weekly Time Sheet? A Weekly Time Sheet is a table used to record the hours that an employee has completed within a week. What is the purpose of a Weekly Time Sheet? The purpose of a Weekly Time Sheet is to accumulate the time worked in order...
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Jul
13
Podium Standings A few years ago in Greece, some of the local folks began organizing contests of strength, agility, and speed. I’m not exactly sure which day this went down, but most think it all began on a Wednesday shortly after lunch when you just don’t feel like working. But,...
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Jul
12
Use PPE Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when using a scaffold. If required by local legislation, that may include fall protection equipment. Get Training Ensure that all workers are properly trained in safe work practices regarding scaffolding, in addition to acquiring the required training for working at heights. Use...
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Jul
11
Acrophobia (a fear of heights) is one of the most common phobias. Studies show that approximately 3% of the world’s population experience this fear. I don’t know that I would necessarily say that I’m afraid of heights, I’m just not a fan. Tall balconies make me slightly anxious, I’m far...
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Jul
08
Hot work is any activity that creates heat, flame, sparks, or smoke. Welding, cutting, and grinding. Due to the nature of hot work, it can be extremely dangerous. Specific PPE is required when completing hot work. Personal Protective Equipment The following personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required for hot...
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