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December 24, 2008
Use of harness disputed in Saskatchewan death
A construction worker who fell from a high rise construction site in Saskatoon may not have been wearing a safety harness, say some who attended the scene.
December 17, 2008
British Columbia Association for Crane Safety prepares for launch of certification program
Crane operators in British Columbia and the Yukon will soon have the chance to become certified.
December 15, 2008
Jobsite documentation more vital to safety than ever before, expert says
Jobsite documentation is the safety net to the tight-rope walk which is a construction project, says one document management expert.
December 1, 2008
CSA plans changes to Canadian Electrical Code to align with U.S. counterpart
Future upgrades to the Canadian Electrical Code will help bring the code closer to its American counterpart and incorporate new safety improvements, states the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
December 1, 2008
ATCO Gas launches province-wide campaign in Alberta to urge use of one-call system
In Alberta, ATCO Gas launched a province-wide campaign last month that aims to curb the number of gas line ruptures. Meanwhile, the BC Safety Authority (BCSA) recently conducted a pilot project called Can You Dig It? which combines the systematic collection of data with the education of excavators and the general public on safe digging practices.
November 24, 2008
Poor literacy skills threaten worker health and safety
Ignorance is not bliss — it’s downright dangerous.
November 5, 2008
20th annual Award of Excellence winners
The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) announced the winners of their 20th Annual Awards of Excellence at a gala at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver on October 30, 2008.
November 5, 2008
Gold Award winners announced at Vancouver Regional Construction Association gala
The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) unveiled their Gold Awards of Excellence winners at a recent gala in Vancouver.
November 3, 2008
Vancouver Regional Construction Association announces winners of 20th Annual Awards of Excellence
The Vancouver Regional Construction Association announced the winners of the organization’s 20th Annual Awards of Excellence at a gala at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver on October 30, 2008.
October 15, 2008
Runaway cable spool fatally injures Edmonton-area worker
A 27 year old worker was killed on a construction site about 20 km west of Edmonton last week.
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