Athletic Programs in Independent Schools: Minimizing the Risks
The number of students injured during school athletics has seen a significant increase during the past decade. According to Public Health Canada, playing or training for a sport is a…
Read MoreBattery 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 MoreSafe From Harm In Retirement Communities & Long-Term Care Homes
The abuse of a vulnerable person, whether the victim is a child or an adult, tears at the fabric of family and community life and has far-reaching consequences. For the…
Read MoreConstruction Hazards: Know the risks… And Take Steps To Mitigate Them
Whether your organization is looking to build a new facility, add space to an existing structure or simply undertake roof repairs, it is extremely important to understand the risks associated…
Read MoreBullying Affects Everyone in a School Community: Protect Your Students, Safeguard Your School
Bullying: a severe and escalating problem While a number of provinces have introduced tougher anti-bullying measures into the public school system and many independent schools have taken stronger preventative measures,…
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 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…
Read MorePlayground Safety
How to Keep Your Students Safe The health and well-being of children depends on the safety and quality of their physical and natural, built, and social environments — at home,…
Read MoreLadders in the Workplace
A versatile tool but also a major source of injuries. Ladders and stepladders are found in almost every workplace and used by virtually everyone. From maintenance staff changing light bulbs…
Read MoreHazardous Sports: Exciting and Risky
While hazardous or “extreme” sports may be very appealing, they do present greater risks for injuries. A severe injury sustained by participation in a hazardous sport can forever change a…
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