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Housekeeping at Construction Sites

A description of the dangers of poor housekeeping and suggestions on how to reduce accidents through better clean-up procedures....

Confined Space Entry

A presentation on the confined space standard, including definitions, explanations of hazards and information on how to comply....

Excavation Safety

A presentation on the excavation standard, overview of soil mechanics and recognition of excavation hazards. Part of a collection....

Excavation and Safety Program - Worker's Manual

Information on the aspects of an excavation and trenching safety program with a focus on the worker. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' b...

Contractor Safety a Growing Issue

A presentation on the necessity and benefits of having a comprehensive safety program and an introduction to the requirements of a program....

Excavation and Trenching Safety Program - Project Manager's Manual

An in-depth manual on how to set up an excavation and trenching safety program – focused on the project manager. Part of a collection. Click on the...

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....

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...

Gas From Nearby Nitroglycerin Blast Kills Worker in Manhole 3/4 Hour Later

A case study of a sewer worker who was killed 45 minutes after nitroglycerin-based explosives were set off underground about 50 feet away, due to the...