How important is personal protective equipment? In this startling story the truth of complacency and the need protection is laid bare; Edmonton Police Services tactical officer Scott Innes was driving away from a raid at a suspected drug house when he realized something was wrong. “I started to overheat. I Continue reading
The story of cyclops sheep may seem like a reach for investigation theory – however it is truly awe inspiring how the inquisitive and determined minds of the investigators determined what was happening in this case. Each time we enter into an investigation, whether is is following an incident, near Continue reading
What are Joint Health and Safety Committees? Health and Safety Representatives? Joint work site health and safety committees (HSC) are a group of worker and employer representatives working together to identify and solve health and safety concerns at the work site. Health and safety representatives (HS representatives) also promote awareness Continue reading
Buying and selling property can be exciting and profitable. However, without proper environmental assessment it can also be stressful and costly. It must be a tough week at 1510837 Alberta Ltd. and Cherokee Canada Inc. as residents of properties on their development sites receive notification that neighboring land is contaminated following Continue reading
A stroke is a condition in which part of the brain is affected by an interruption to the normal blood supply. This can result from a clot in a blood vessel that stops blood passing through to brain tissue. If this condition is recognized at an early stage and hospital care Continue reading
The provincial government is looking for feedback from Albertans regarding the new Occupational Health and Safety Act. The new act, which will go into place on June 1, will define harassment and violence in all of its forms, and will require joint work site health and safety committees or a Continue reading
An improved OHS system to better protect workers and ensure they have the same rights as other Canadians comes into effect on June 1, 2018. Overview The Occupational Health and Safety Act (the act) establishes the minimum standards for healthy and safe workplaces in Alberta. These laws are supported through the internal Continue reading