THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 9, No. 1, January 2017
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 9, No. 1, January 2017 SAFETY TIPS LIMITING CHEMICAL EXPOSURE Processing scrap requires separating materials into their component parts, which often includes separating heavy metals and radioactive materials, and removing hazards such as lead paint. Contaminants such as mercury, lead, chromium, and many others, can be […]
THE PULSE Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Vol. 21, Issue 12, December 2016
THE PULSE NEWSLETTER OF THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF RECYCLING INDUSTRIES Vol. 21, Issue 12, December 2016 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR December marks the end of a busy year for CARI. From engaging with government officials and stakeholders on a variety of consultation processes, organizing 75th Anniversary celebrations, and developing new online systems, it has been a […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 12, December 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 12, December 2016 SAFETY TIPS WINTERIZING YOUR BUSINESS With the winter months upon us, it is important to protect your business from any weather damage caused by storms and dipping temperatures. Assessing and preparing your property for winter as early as possible is the […]
THE PULSE Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Vol. 21, Issue 11, November 2016
THE PULSE NEWSLETTER OF THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF RECYCLING INDUSTRIES Vol. 21, Issue 10, October 2016 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR Election results are in, and Donald Trump will be the United States’ next President. For our industry, Mr. Trump’s pledges to renegotiate, or get rid of, international trade agreements are somewhat concerning. The United […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 11, November 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 11, November 2016 SAFETY TIPS NOISE EXPOSURE Noise exposure is a somewhat overlooked but very common occupational hazard. Processing recyclable materials can require the use of heavy equipment and industrial machinery, which means employees often work in loud environments. One common myth surrounding […]