by David Ardito | Nov 4, 2025 | Transportation Safety
As the leaves change and temperatures drop, Ontario’s construction industry faces a new set of seasonal hazards. The fall and early winter months bring shorter days, unpredictable weather, and slippery surfaces that make both construction work and traffic control more...
by David Ardito | Oct 21, 2025 | Construction
As the cool air moves in and the days grow shorter, construction sites across Ontario come alive with urgency. Fall is the season when many contractors ramp up production—pouring concrete, closing roofs, finishing exterior work, and preparing sites for the long winter...
by David Ardito | Oct 7, 2025 | Construction, Manufacturing
Workplace safety is not optional — it’s essential. Across every industry, organizations are expected to protect their employees, contractors, and visitors from harm. To do this effectively, companies must develop and maintain formal health and safety policies and...
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...
by David Ardito | Feb 14, 2025 | Working at Heights
In the dynamic landscape of Ontario workplaces, the demand for skilled labor often involves tasksperformed at elevated heights. Whether it’s construction, maintenance, or repairs, working at heights isa fundamental aspect of various industries. However, with...
