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5 Common WHMIS Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

5 Common WHMIS Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is a crucial component of workplace safety in Canada. It provides information on hazardous materials used, handled, or stored in Canadian workplaces. WHMIS aims to ensure that workers are informed about the...

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Common Hazards Making Confined Spaces Dangerous Places

Common Hazards Making Confined Spaces Dangerous Places

Confined spaces are enclosed areas that typically present especially dangerous working conditions. They present special hazards that are important to be aware of which is why we focus on worker and workplace education here at ValleyWorkSafe... Here are some common...

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Vital Safety Tips Every Chainsaw Operator Should Know

Vital Safety Tips Every Chainsaw Operator Should Know

In Canada, chainsaws are a common and effective tool to cut through rigid materials. Undoubtedly, when there is a need to cut through heavy materials, nothing can replace the power of a chainsaw. Canada has a huge demand for chainsaw operators, but you should know...

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Why You Should Run a Pre-Trip Truck Inspection

Why You Should Run a Pre-Trip Truck Inspection

Pre-inspection is always recommended before taking your vehicle out on a long tour. In Canada, truck drivers have a protocol to follow that includes a pre-trip truck inspection that gives them insight into the functioning of their truck and which component needs...

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What Role Gas Detectors Play in Big Factories

What Role Gas Detectors Play in Big Factories

Whenever we talk about the functioning of a factory, numerous environmental and man-made hazards require high-end safety to build an effective workplace. Some factories operations may expose their workers to environments that include working with gasses, chemicals,...

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WHMIS Training: Why You Need It!

WHMIS Training: Why You Need It!

Do you know that there are always some chemicals involved regardless of what work you do? From carpet cleaning to factory workers, chemicals are used in every manufacturing unit that creates the working environment hazardous to your health. It's essential to stay...

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What You Should Know about Forklift Inspections

What You Should Know about Forklift Inspections

Are you a professional forklift operator in Canada? Forklift inspections are essential to proper workplace safety and helps maintain the longterm value of machinery in the workplace. Pre-inspection of your forklift is also necessary to maintain the optimal operational...

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Does Training Improve Truck Driving Performance?

Does Training Improve Truck Driving Performance?

In Canada, many companies announce jobs for professional truck drivers. They always look for professional truck drivers for their safety and high performance. Most companies offer pre-training to their drivers that teach them about pre-truck inspection, on-road...

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How To Protect Your Crew When Working in Confined Spaces

How To Protect Your Crew When Working in Confined Spaces

Safety is a priority wherever you are at the workplace. An average of 92 people face fatal injuries working in confined spaces every year. Adequate training and safety is the only option to keep your crew members safe. Most people undergo confined space entry training...

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Pre-Trip Truck Inspections Tips For Every Driver

Pre-Trip Truck Inspections Tips For Every Driver

If you have recently started your truck driver job in Canada, you would have heard about some pre-trip truck inspection that every driver must follow to ensure you and your truck are prepared for a long-distance trip. Drivers who have already learned the skills from...

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