Safety Consulting Services

Why Onsite Safety Training Is Popular

Onsite Safety Training: Organizations around the world often look for ways to train employees to enhance their productivity. In the effort to reach business goals, onsite training offers a lot of benefits that help your team to become more innovative and productive. Whether you wish to train your staff in a particular department or want them to embrace new skills, …

A man wearing a respirator and ear muffs.

Air Quality a Main Reason for Respirator Mask Fit Testing

Respirator Mask Fit Testing and Training Workers across the country are exposed to air-born contaminants every day. From harsh chemicals to dust, dirt, and metal shavings, people have to contend with these conditions, in order to complete tasks correctly and efficiently. For years, the air quality of a workplace was not a cause of concern, but this is no longer …

A group of three different types of masks.

Respirator Mask Fit Testing FAQ’s

Respirator Mask Fit Testing FAQ’s Over the years, our office staff and trainers have come across a whole array of questions related to 3M mask fit testing. We have found that when our clients try to research this topic, there is not a lot of information available. So, we have compiled a detailed list of Respirator Mask Fit Testing FAQ’s. …

A man driving a forklift in a warehouse.

Forklift Use in the Workplace

Canada is a country that prides itself on business growth and development. Thousands of businesses are started every year, providing products, services, and jobs to Canadians from coast to coast. According to the Government of Canada, in 2013 there were 1,107,540 registered businesses throughout the country! With business growth comes industry growth, as companies vie for the attention of consumers …

A bunch of different types of hazard signs

WHMIS 2015 (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

This article was originally posted by the Ontario Ministry of Labour. Click here to view the original source. WHMIS 2015 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMIS 2015 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is new. Since 1988, WHMIS has been Canada’s hazard communication system for workplace chemicals. It is a national system implemented through interlocking federal, provincial and territorial legislation …

A man in yellow vest driving a forklift.

Forklift Facts

Forklift Facts: Counterbalance (Electric or a Propane) Two types of Counterbalances, Electric (Left) and Propane (Right) Counterbalances are also commonly referred to as “forklift†or “lift truck†There are attachments that can be used to make your work easier, but you do need to be trained on how to use them Forklift Facts: Narrow Aisle Reach Has a “deadman†pedal …

A person wearing a face mask and goggles

What Can I Expect From a Respirator Mask Fit Test?

Respirator Mask Fit Test: Are you getting fit test for the first time? Check out this great video posted by 3M PPE Safety Solutions so you know what to expect from your Qualitative fit test. Click here for more information or to book your fit testing group session today. Respirator Mask Fit Test FAQ’s 1. Why is Respirator Mask Fit Testing …