Battery charging: mobility scooters, e-bikes and e-scooters
Whilst the use of mobility scooters has been common place for many years, more recently there has been a surge in the use of e-bikes and e-scooters which are often…
Read MoreInsuring Heritage Buildings in Canada
Planning for the future of a strong, vibrant community requires knowledge of the past and an understanding of what we value in the present. Existing buildings, structures and landscapes often…
Read MoreFour Things to Know About Insuring Your Heritage Building
Heritage buildings require additional attention when purchasing insurance. Here are four things to look for when finding insurance for your historic building
Read MoreAvoiding Freeze-Ups & Malfunctions of Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
An automatic fire sprinkler system is one of the most important safety features in a building. By controlling a fire in its earliest stages, a sprinkler system can limit the…
Read MorePrepare For Winter. Protect Your Property.
Severe Canadian winters — with freezing temperatures, heavy snow accumulation, ice storms, and high winds — present unique hazards and challenges for property administrators and custodial staff. Extreme winter weather…
Read MoreWater Damage Loss Control in Care Facilities
Water influx can damage the electrical systems and structural elements of a building and ruin expensive finishes and furnishings. Residual moisture, if not immediately addressed, may encourage the rapid growth…
Read MoreTrip and Fall Prevention
A trip and fall can result in serious injuries, particularly amongst the elderly where these accidents often result in fractures. Injuries suffered by the elderly can be slow to heal,…
Read MoreEnsure the Optimal Performance of Your Sump Pump
Choose carefully, install properly, and maintain routinely. If your building is located in an area that is prone to flooding, if your basement floor is located below the water table,…
Read MoreSpring and Summer Risk Control
Protect your community and your property Spring thaw can often create conditions that lead to property damage and, more importantly, bodily injury. By law, it is the responsibility of the…
Read MoreMake Sure That Your Snow/Ice Removal is on “par”
This bulletin describes best practices that organizations should adopt to ensure they manage their risks in relation to snow and ice removal. From establishing a Maintenance Committee, to tips to…
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