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Hazard Communication

A template for a hazard communication safety program, focused on awareness of chemical hazards....

Fire Hazard from Filling Portable Gas Cans in Pickup Trucks and Cars

Describes the fire hazard that can occur when filling a vehicle with gas from a portable can, and how to avoid the hazard....

Be Seen, Stay Safe

Description of ANSI standard for high-visibility clothing, including classes of garments and how to reduce risks...

Safety Groups - Everyone can profit when the best help the worst

The Construction Safety Association of Ontario has established safety groups of contractors and provided incentives for them to work together. Describ...

Safety & Health Program

A template for a safety and health program that is applicable to construction....

Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects

Detailed description of changes to Canada’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects...

Back Injuries

This CPWR Hazard Alert on Back Injuries describes the major causes of back injuries and steps that can be taken to avoid them. Click on the following...

Dump Truck Tip Overs

As end-dump truck bodies and semi-trailer dumping rigs get longer, the incidence of units tipping over has increased. Discusses ways to avoid the prob...

Histo-what?

Brief description of histoplasmosis, including the causes, symptoms and ways to avoid exposure....

What Did You Say?

A brief discussion of the hazards of noise and some practical suggestions to reduce exposures....