THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 10, October 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 10, October 2016 SAFETY TIPS ONLINE HEALTH & SAFETY RESOURCES Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements can be a difficult task. Laws and regulations vary by province and territory, and there are also federal occupational health and safety requirements. Generally, […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 9, PROMPT 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 9, September 2016 SAFETY TIPS THE COST OF WORKPLACE INJURY With dangerous incidents such as fires and explosions being unfortunately common in the recycling industry, it is essential to practice the best health and safety possible at your business. A worker injury not […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 8, August 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 8, August 2016 INSURANCE TIPS THEFT PREVENTION Few people outside of the scrap metal industry are aware that recycling facilities are often the target of material and equipment theft. In fact, our industry suffers from more material theft than any other. Protect your […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 7, July 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 7, July 2016 SAFETY TIPS HEAT STRESS Temperatures soar in the summer months and workers are put at a higher risk for suffering from heat-related illnesses. Heat stress can result in a range of ailments, from fairly mild symptoms of heat rash […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 6, June 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 6, June 2016 INSURANCE TIPS FLEET SAFETY PART II A fleet safety policy can help your business abide by transportation requirements set out by the National Safety Code and the Highway Traffic Act. In order to maintain your Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration (CVOR), […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 5, May 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 5, May 2016 INSURANCE TIPS FLEET SAFETY PART I – GENERAL TIPS Work related vehicle accidents account for approximately one third of all traffic accidents. Fleet safety should be a top priority for business owners and management. Clear, company-wide fleet safety policies can […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 4, April 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 4, April 2016 SAFETY TIPS FIRE SAFETY PLANNING Scrap yards are a unique business environment. Extreme heat, combustible materials, and vast supplies of flammable inventory mean fires are almost inevitable. Damage from a fire can range widely from diminished yard materials, to destruction […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 3, March 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 3, March 2016 WORKING IN COLD WEATHER When the temperature drops and employees are forced to work outdoors in cold weather conditions, precautions need to be taken to prevent cold-stress injuries. Temperature, wind speed, and level of wetness or humidity in the atmosphere […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 2, February 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 2, February 2016 WORKING IN COLD WEATHER When the temperature drops and employees are forced to work outdoors in cold weather conditions, precautions need to be taken to prevent cold-stress injuries. Temperature, wind speed, and level of wetness or humidity in the atmosphere […]
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 1, January 2016
THE PROMPT Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries Volume 8, No. 1, January 2016 GLOBAL HARMONIZED SYSTEM (GHS) As the date for implementing GHS approaches it is important to evaluate your business’s WHMIS procedures to ensure that current labeling, SDS, and training requirements are being met, and to prepare for coming changes. December […]
