The new year has brought Manitoba some severe, sustained cold temperatures and icy road conditions. While we are no strangers to the cold weather, it…
Excavations and trenches are becoming more common on worksites as work ramps up before season’s end. When work becomes rushed, safety incidents are more likely.…
As many of us know, staying up to date with safety programs and rules in the heavy construction industry involves a lot of paper work.…
Musculoskeletal injury (MSI) hazards in workplaces continue to be the number 1 source of injury in the heavy construction industry. Causes of musculoskeletal injuries include:…
Back to you: Don Hurst With digging season in full force, WORKSAFELY™ wants to remind contractors to always request a locate to ensure underground utility…
Heavy construction worksites are noisy, and noise is a common safety hazard for industry workers. Failing to protect your hearing can lead to permanent hearing…
With the construction season at its peak, it can be difficult to ensure your workers are trained and ready for any given situation that might…
While Manitoba continues to ease restrictions, we at MHCA™ WORKSAFELY™ continue to stress the importance of maintaining safety protocols to protect workers from the spread…
For those who do not yet know there were some changes made to the workplace safety and health legislation in September, 2019. A key change…
We’re entering the peak of the winter season and it is important to remain diligent of cold weather hazards. The most common cold-weather dangers are…