Using the right lanyard

A lanyard is a flexible line of webbing, or a synthetic or wire rope, used to secure a safety belt or full bodyharness to a lifeline or anchor. A lanyard that meets the requirements of CSA Standard Z259.1 is acceptable…

Vertical lifelines

A lifeline is a length of synthetic fibre or steel wire rope attached to an independent point of anchorage. A lifeline is typically used in conjunction with a fall arrest device such as a rope grab. Using the right vertical…

Lifting Safely

Each day in some form or fashion you do lifting in this facility and at home. Lifting safely is one the most important things you can do to protect your back throughout your lifetime. Back Strain and Back Injury Cause…

Health and Safety Policy

We will address the health and safety policy we will explain to you the elements that are part of this important document. The essential feature of a policy is that it sets out the general approach and commitment of an…

Near Miss Reporting

Whether there is no injury, a small bruise or scratch, or an amputation, the consequences of unsafe acts and conditions are left to chance. A ratio showing a relationship between the number of near-miss incidents and injury incidents reported by…