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August 2022 Safety Scoop: Load Securement
AUGUST 2022 - Load Securement
Many Alberta manufacturers not only design and build their own product, but also transport it to their customers or job sites.
Transporting of goods requires an understanding of the requirements surrounding load securement.
The National Safety Code (Standard 10) was developed to ensure the safety of workers, drivers and the general public on Alberta roadways.
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Many Alberta manufacturers not only design and build their own product, but also transport it to their customers or job sites.
Transporting of goods requires an understanding of the requirements surrounding load securement.
The National Safety Code (Standard 10) was developed to ensure the safety of workers, drivers and the general public on Alberta roadways.
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What is considered an appropriate load securement maker?
How to calculate Working Load Limit
What kind of hazards assessments should be carried out?
What is considered a suitable strap/tiedown?
And much more…
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This 1-day course teaches participants how to properly identify, assess and control workplace hazards in accordance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation. Participants will learn the MHSA basic method of recognizing, evaluating and documenting workplace hazards.
Hazard assessment is the keystone of a successful health and safety management system and, therefore, must be performed correctly and reviewed regularly to ensure the workplace remains free of unnecessary hazards.
Topics include:
Alberta OH&S Code Part 2 Hazard Assessment, Elimination and Control
Benefits of performing hazard assessments
Methods of hazard identification, assessment and control
Hazard assessment techniques
Hierarchy of hazard controls
Visit our course calendar to explore other courses, see availability in your region, and register today!
July 2022 Safety Scoop: Crane Safety and Competency
Crane Safety and Competency
Everyone working around overhead cranes needs to be aware of the unique hazards that a moving load can create. A worker can be crushed between the load and a stationary object, or be struck by a turning, swinging, tipping or falling load. This can cause serious injuries to fingers, hands, legs, feet, head and torso.
Crane Safety and Competency
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Everyone working around overhead cranes needs to be aware of the unique hazards that a moving load can create. A worker can be crushed between the load and a stationary object, or be struck by a turning, swinging, tipping or falling load. This can cause serious injuries to fingers, hands, legs, feet, head and torso.
Workers must be watchful at all times when cranes are active and keep themselves out of the load path.
Crane operators must be familiar with their crane’s operating characteristics and plan every lift to ensure hazards are controlled and load path is clear. They must also be competent for the types of lifts they are required to make. This requires suitable training in proper rigging and crane operating principles as well as competency evaluation.
Here's The Scoop
What are some common hazards?
Statistics of incidents
What are the legislative requirements for cranes?
What can I do to protect myself and others?
And much more…
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Overhead Crane Operator - Standard
This one-day, hands-on course is aimed at workers who have completed the MHSA basic rigging course within the previous 12 months and operate an overhead crane for lifting symmetrical loads. Our overhead crane training will teach you how to safely use overhead cranes to lift, move, and place loads through a combination of classroom and practical instruction.
The classroom instruction consists of presentations and discussions, whereas the hands-on training involves demonstrations followed by practical exercises. All activities are led by an experienced instructor.
Topics include:
Pre-operational inspection
Lift planning
Safe Operating Position
Load travel and control
Load positioning
Below the hook lifting devices
Visit our course calendar to explore other courses, see availability in your region, and register today!
June 2022 Safety Scoop: Compressed Gas
JUNE 2022 | Compressed Gas
The newest Safety Scoop is all about how to handle and work safely with compressed gases. Help ensure your workplace is working safely with compressed gases by using the safety scoop in your next safety meeting! Due to their highly pressurized nature, working with compressed gases has many associated hazards which include, but are not limited to, fire, explosion and frostbite. To help protect against these hazards, the Alberta OHS Code has standards on the proper use, storage and transportation of compressed gas
Compressed Gases
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The newest Safety Scoop is all about how to handle and work safely with compressed gases. Help ensure your workplace is working safely with compressed gases by using the safety scoop in your next safety meeting! Due to their highly pressurized nature, working with compressed gases has many associated hazards which include, but are not limited to, fire, explosion and frostbite. To help protect against these hazards, the Alberta OHS Code has standards on the proper use, storage and transportation of compressed gas.
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What is a compressed gas?
What are the legal requirements for compressed gas?
What hazards are associated with compressed gases?
What can I do to protect myself and others?
And much more…
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This four-hour course will assist employers in identifying worksite-specific emergencies that may require rescue or evacuation. It also instructs participants on how to develop safe and effective response plans.
Topics include:
Emergency Response Overview, Team Planning and Risk Assessment
Emergency Mitigation, Preparedness, Assessing Response Capabilities, and Recovery & Disaster Management
Leadership, Teamwork, Communication and Inter-Agency Collaboration
Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement
Searching For A-Frame Rack Systems Subject Matter Expert
In collaboration with the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA), we are looking for a subject matter expert to help with a creative sentencing project.
The subject matter expert needs to be familiar with A-frame rack systems in a yard environment
In collaboration with the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA), we are looking for a subject matter expert to help with a creative sentencing project.
The subject matter expert needs to be familiar with A-frame rack systems in a yard environment. They would also need be able to provide the following information:
Description of how to set up a frame/A-frame per manufacturer's specifications.
Description of how to secure a concrete slab to a frame.
Description of how to secure a frame to a vehicle
Safety considerations for each of the above.
Description of how to confirm the frame is rated for the cargo being loaded.
Identify two or three scenarios that can be turned into a simulation. Start with type of load, walkthrough to determine type of equipment, preparing surface, and all other decision points. Need correct/incorrect for each decision.
The creative sentencing project is also addressing the use of clamps for moving slabs and other objects.
If this sounds like you, reach out to Jessie Ashworth (jessie@mhsa.ab.ca) for further details as soon as possible!
May 2022 Safety Scoop: Hand Safety
MAY 2022 | Hand Safety
This month we’ve collaborated with Superior Glove and Honeywell to bring you a Safety Scoop focused around hand safety.
Hand Safety
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This month we’ve collaborated with Superior Glove and Honeywell to bring you a Safety Scoop focused around hand safety.
In the manufacturing industry, hands play a vital part in our everyday work. Statistics from Alberta WCB and nationwide show us that hands are at high risk for injury and incidents, if we don’t use caution. Determining and utilizing the proper PPE is an essential part of the hazard control and assessment process. This level of protection can assist you in protecting workers from incidents, injuries or exposure to hazards. Learn more about how you can protect your hands in this month’s safety scoop.
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What are the most common injuries in manufacturing?
How to know when hand protection is required
How to select the proper hand protection
What kind of hazards can hand protection protect against?
And much more…
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This one-day course teaches participants the basic principles of machine guarding and the importance of locking out machinery and equipment. Employee injuries due to exposure to unguarded or inadequately guarded machines are preventable and this course focuses on recognizing the advantages and limitations of safeguarding devices and controlling general hazards associated with the operation of machinery. We review the importance and functions of safety guards and devices on heavy machinery to prevent machine related injuries.
Topics include:
Point of operation guarding
Power transmission devices
Machinery operating controls
Hazardous motions and actions
Alberta OH&S safeguard requirements
MHSA AND THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK PARTNER TO OFFER FREE TUITION TO ONE MEMBER OF THE MHSA COMMUNITY
The MHSA and the University of New Brunswick (UNB) are pleased to announce they have partnered to offer free tuition to one lucky member of the MHSA community a chance to win complimentary enrolment in UNB’s Online Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety program (a retail value of $6545).
Entries are now being accepted for the Safety Program Tuition Giveaway. To enter, visit go.unb.ca/MHSA and complete the entry form.
Entries will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. AST, April 29, 2022 and the winner will be announced during the Alberta Health and Safety Conference, May 5-6, 2022.
For more information or to enter, visit the MHSA/UNB Safety Program Tuition Giveaway website.
2022 Alberta Health & Safety Conference
Join the MHSA at the Alberta Health and Safety Conference in Edmonton from May 5-6, 2022. We’re excited to be back after two years of not being able to attend! We’ll be in the Safety Hall at Booth #34.
We are also a proud sponsor of this event! This year we will be sponsoring the Social Event, so be sure to drop by and try one of our MIST drinks.
If you haven’t registered yet, be sure to register today at https://hsconference.ca/
April 2022 Safety Scoop: Occupational Illness & Disease
APRIL 2022 | Occupational Illness & Disease
Occupational illnesses, diseases, and disorders can manifest themselves in a variety of ways, from mental illnesses to tennis elbow to musculoskeletal disorders. In fact, there are over 150 conditions that are considered musculoskeletal disorders alone! With so many conditions to be aware of and to watch for, knowing signs, symptoms and prevention methods of occupational illnesses and diseases is of top importance when considering workplace health and safety!
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Spring has sprung, and so has the April Safety Scoop! This month we’re looking at Occupational Illness and Disease. Occupational illnesses, diseases, and disorders can manifest themselves in a variety of ways, from mental illnesses to tennis elbow to musculoskeletal disorders. In fact, there are over 150 conditions that are considered musculoskeletal disorders alone! With so many conditions to be aware of and to watch for, knowing signs, symptoms and prevention methods of occupational illnesses and diseases is of top importance when considering workplace health and safety! And this safety scoop will help you do just that!
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What are occupational illnesses and diseases?
What are the most common occupational illnesses and diseases?
How can I recognize them?
How can I prevent them?
How and when do I report them to WCB?
And much more…
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This 1-day course teaches participants how to properly identify, assess and control workplace hazards in accordance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation. Participants will learn the MHSA basic method of recognizing, evaluating and documenting workplace hazards.
Hazard assessment is the keystone of a successful health and safety management system and, therefore, must be performed correctly and reviewed regularly to ensure the workplace remains free of unnecessary hazards.
Topics include:
Alberta OH&S Code Part 2 Hazard Assessment, Elimination and Control
Benefits of performing hazard assessments
Methods of hazard identification, assessment and control
Hazard assessment techniques
Hierarchy of hazard controls
March 2022 Safety Scoop: Hearing Loss Protection
MARCH 2022 | Hearing Loss Prevention
Hearing is a serious issue that affects many people in their day to day lives. Did you know that noise induced hearing loss is the number one occupational disease in the U.S.A and Canada? Hearing loss is a long-term, acute health condition that can result in reduced quality of life, productivity, and increased risk of incidents at the workplace. Learn how to protect the hearing of your employees!
Hearing Loss Protection
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Our focus in March is on Hearing Loss Prevention. This is a serious issue that affects many people in their day to day lives. Did you know that noise induced hearing loss is the number one occupational disease in the U.S.A and Canada? Hearing loss is a long-term, acute health condition that can result in reduced quality of life, productivity, and increased risk of incidents at the workplace.
Hearing health can be affected by more than just loud noises. Damage to hearing can happen to anyone and anywhere, especially if hazards have not been identified and controls have not been put in place to protect workers. Dig into this month's Safety Scoop to learn more!
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How does hearing work?
What is noise induced hearing loss?
What are ototoxic chemicals?
How can I prevent hearing loss at home and at work?
And much more…
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This online, self-paced course introduces workers to the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, Regulation, and Code. By reviewing this information, workers should have an awareness, understanding, and confidence needed to work safely.
Topics covered include:
How to increase worker knowledge regarding health and safety systems
The basics of health and safety legislation
The types of hazard assessments and controls
The importance of safety training and safety meetings
What safety measures are taken when other parties visit a worksite
How to prevent incidents through measures such as lockout/tagout (or LOTO)
The importance of worksite incident investigations, and
How to develop an emergency response plan
Visit our course calendar to explore other courses, see availability in your region, and register today!