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Today, many companies within the oil and gas industry use the Job Safety Analysis Process (also referred to as a JSA, Job Hazard Analysis, or…
As a relatively new financial service, mobile payments have the potential to significantly change how consumers buy and sell goods using their phones, tablets and…
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All companies should develop and maintain clear and robust policies for safeguarding critical business data and sensitive information, protecting their reputations and discouraging inappropriate behaviour…
As temperatures rise, it’s important to monitor greenhouse workers for symptoms of heat stress and take proper precautions to avoid health and safety concerns. The…
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Running a dental office can be demanding, and it’s a constant challenge for owners to deliver exceptional care while maintaining profitability. These challenges are magnified…
There are many hazards present at a beauty salon that deserve your attention. This overview of common issues will help you to correct potential hazards,…
Organizations today are under constant threat of cyberattacks as technology continues to evolve rapidly. Cybersecurity threats can not only compromise an organization’s data, but they…
According to Omnitracs, last-mile carriers serviced 21 per cent more stops in 2020 than in 2019 as demand for same-day and next-day delivery options accelerated…
Fires are a serious risk for businesses of all types. It’s up to employees to take the proper precautions to keep themselves and their co-workers…
Summer heat can be more than uncomfortable; it can be a threat to your health, especially for older adults and children. Whatever your age, don’t…
The Importance of Safety Training in the Workplace Safety training in the workplace is necessary in order to eliminate work-related illnesses and injuries. Common construction…
Approximately 2 in 5 Canadian professionals have quit a job because of a bad manager, according to research conducted on behalf of staffing firm Robert…
As a manufacturer, how do you quantify your true cost of risk? For example, if you are faced with a recall, how do you calculate…
Construction management has been forced to adapt throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Reports have found that the pandemic has accelerated the time it takes to adopt…
As organizational needs accelerate and evolve, it’s important that employees also have the necessary skills to succeed. By leveraging technology in learning and development efforts,…
Plumbing contractors provide much-needed services for both residential and commercial customers alike. However, plumbers have a number of unique risks to consider. In fact, any…
Tracy, the owner of an Ontario-based event planning firm, was hired to provide event management services to a trade association holding its annual convention in…
Most contractors know that it is essential to obtain various forms of insurance coverage to protect themselves from liability and litigation. However, some contractors are…
Pollution and environmental conditions are growing exposures for many businesses − exposures that are not covered under standard insurance policies. A steadily increasing focus on…
A company’s directors and officers have a tough job. When making decisions, they have to consider the best interests of employees, customers and shareholders, while…
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If you conduct business in your home, insuring your business properly is part of a solid risk management plan. We can help! What Protection Does…
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An electronic logging device (ELD) is a piece of electronic hardware that attaches to a commercial motor vehicle engine to record driving hours. ELDs enable…