by David Ardito | Sep 23, 2025 | Construction, Manufacturing
When it comes to workplace safety in Ontario, propane-fired heaters and torches play a significant role in many industries. They are commonly used in construction, roofing, manufacturing, and maintenance for heating, thawing, and various operational tasks. While...
by David Ardito | Sep 9, 2025 | Heavy Equipment
Heavy equipment—excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, wheel loaders, backhoes, and crane trucks—is critical to construction, infrastructure, and industrial projects. But with that power comes significant risk. Heavy machinery is involved in some of the most serious...
by David Ardito | Sep 2, 2025 | COR 2020
Safety Training and Consulting Services Ltd. (STC) is proud to support Ontario workplaces in achieving COR 2020 certification, setting the gold standard in occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS). This post explains the critical benefits of COR...
by David Ardito | Aug 18, 2025 | Forklifts
Operating a forklift is a high-responsibility job. These powerful machines are essential in many workplaces across Ontario, but they also come with serious safety risks when operated improperly. Ensuring operators are fully trained and competent isn’t just a...
by David Ardito | Aug 14, 2025 | Heat Stress
As global temperatures continue to rise and summer months become more extreme, employers and workers alike must address a growing challenge: working in extreme heat. Whether it’s construction crews on outdoor job sites, warehouse staff in poorly ventilated...
