Many of us spend a significant amount of time throughout our lives on our feet, walking from point A to point B multiple times throughout the day. From the moment we get out of bed, we start exercising our …
Why Standards are Important
Good morning everyone! Alyssa here. Today I share the importance of a well-developed orientation, training, and competency program by relating it to my own personal life. Ten years ago, I worked in the oil and gas industry as an entry-level …
Working in Extreme Temperatures
It is starting to get hot out there, so a good topic for the week is to talk about how working (and playing for that matter) in higher summer temperatures can be hazardous to our health. I also share some early warning …
Right to Refuse Unsafe Work
Hi there! My name is Alyssa Britton, and I am a recent graduate of the University of New Brunswick OH&S Certificate Program. I recently joined Dave Ferro Safety Ltd. and one of my first tasks is to write a blog. For …
Emergency Preparedness
I used to be a Scout Leader for Scouts Canada and very much enjoyed volunteering for the organization. A statement you will often hear in the Scouting community is “be prepared”. Today I share …
Remove the Round Rock
Over the years, I have found it interesting how seemingly small hazards can add up to very large Workers Compensation Claims. In my experience, simple things like slips, trips, and falls have generated more claims (in …
Do I need an emergency response plan?
Do I need an Emergency Response Plan? In short, yes! Every organization should have an emergency response plan that suits their needs. Here’s a short story on why it’s so important. Many …
How do I get into the Safety Field?
So, you want to get into the field of Occupational Health and Safety? Great choice! I love the career and it has been good for me. I actually get asked the question …
Dave’s Safety Tips – Safety Manual
Do I need a Safety Manual? We often get questions along the lines of “Do I need a Health and Safety Manual” or “What advantages will a solid Health and …
Dave’s Health & Safety Minute: Ethics
Just for fun, I thought I would say a few words on ethics when it comes to Occupational Health and Safety. This subject is near and dear to me: I …