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3 Reasons to Use an Accredited Testing/Re-Certification Laboratory
July 04, 2017

For your high voltage personal protective safety equipment and tools WORKER SAFETY • COMPLIANCE • EFFICIENCY Regulations mandate that all personal protective equipment (“PPE”) is to be tested by a certified laboratory on a regular basis. Using equipment that has been tested by an accredited or certified laboratory will help to ensure both worker safety and timely completion of tasks while on the job. An acc ...Read More

Beat the heat: 5 tips for outdoor workers
June 26, 2017

Exposure to rising temperatures can be dangerous for your health and well-being. When working outside, take precautions to protect yourself from all heat-related illnesses with these helpful tips. 1. Wear sun block UV rays can be very damaging for your skin without any protection so it is important to wear sun block with SPF coverage so your skin doesn’t burn. 2. Drink plenty of water It is important ...Read More

In The Bucket: What you need to know about buying the right fall protection equipment for the workplace
June 02, 2017

According to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, more than 42,000 workers get injured each year due to fall accidents and these accidents represent a large percentage of “lost-time injuries” accepted by workers’ compensation boards across Canada. Falls continue to be one of the leading causes of death in the workplace. For that reason, fall protection equipment is essential. Equally as important is ...Read More

The PowerBack ― 9 reasons why it is the preferred temporary power restoration device
April 10, 2017

Whether it’s residential or commercial, power outages can be frustrating for the customer as well as the utility company working to fix the issue. While the goal is to return power quickly and efficiently, finding the problem may take some time. A power restoration device is beneficial as it temporarily returns power, minimizing the impact to the customer, while providing you with the opportunity to find a permanent solution. ...Read More

7 benefits for using ground protection mats
February 28, 2017

Ground protection mats provide an ideal solution for protecting both the landscape as well as equipment when using heavy equipment on soft grounds. The right ground protection mat can perform various important tasks that include creating temporary walkways for pedestrians, preventing utility vehicles from getting stuck in mud, as well as protecting turf from any vehicle damage. While various types of ground protection mats are available ...Read More

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