A placard is a dangerous goods safety mark that is displayed on a large means of containment (MOC). It is used to identify dangerous goods and to show the nature of the danger they pose. There is so much confusion around when placards are required in Canada so we have put together some Q&As to […]... Learn more
When teaching employees to respond to spills, a lot of time is spent sharing tricks of the trade and discussing the details of the equipment commonly used during spill response. However, it is equally important to step back and be confident that employees also understand the proper sequence of responding to spills and how the […]... Learn more
Your workplace has hazardous chemical products that you are likely unaware of. The corresponding Safety Data Sheets for these products are filled with useful information for workplace safety. Properly managing those Safety Data Sheets is an important first step in becoming aware of the hazards and achieving chemical safety compliance. What is an SDS? Safety […]... Learn more
More and more Canadians purchase small, non-refillable propane cylinders yearly for heating and cooking during outdoor activities and torch fuel use. It is estimated that 2.2 million single-use cylinders are consumed annually in Canada. Refilling single-use propane cylinders — such as those typically used with camp stoves — is prohibited by British Columbia laws. The practice […]... Learn more
Every year more than 1.25 million dangerous goods shipments are transported by air. With air cargo growth predicted at 4.9% every year over the next 5 years the number of dangerous goods shipments will rise significantly. With so many dangerous goods being shipped by air, safety regulations must be followed precisely. Airlines, freight forwarders, ground handlers and […]... Learn more
Training is the best means of preventing or reducing hazardous materials (hazmat) incidents in transportation that are caused by human error. The Federal hazardous materials transportation law (49 U.S.C. 5101, et seq.) is the statute pertaining to the transportation of hazmat in the United States and requires the training of ALL hazmat employees. In transportation, […]... Learn more
There has been a considerable increase in the demand for batteries and the evolution and history of the battery. This demand stems from billions of people carrying electronics that consume electricity. These electronics include cell phones, laptops, and digital cameras. So, whether it is a rechargeable cell phone battery, a standard alkaline AA battery, or […]... Learn more
The last few years during and post-COVID-19 have been tough on the economy, especially on small businesses. Business owners are working with tighter budgets and are cutting or reducing many activities or programs that don’t directly benefit the bottom line. What to cut and what to keep? Undoubtedly, this is a tricky balancing act for […]... Learn more
Businesses that handle hazardous waste cannot function without knowing how to dispose of the waste correctly. So many regulations and protocols govern the management of hazardous waste, and they keep changing over time. You need the expertise to stay compliant in an ever-evolving regulatory environment. Finding the “right” hazardous waste disposal company cannot be understated. […]... Learn more
Mercury is one of nature’s most toxic heavy metals and is found in air, water, and soil. If present, it starts to impact our health when in direct contact with this metal through physical contact, breathing or intake. This exposure can lead to neurological, cardiovascular (heart-related), digestive, hormonal, and dermatological (skin-related) issues. Mercury has no […]... Learn more