Port-Cartier, Quebec – A sudden loss of visual references due to rapidly deteriorating weather conditions caused a helicopter crash that injured four people in Quebec nearly two years ago, according to a new report from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB). Incident Details The crash occurred on April 7, 2023, when a Bell 206L […]
Washington, D.C. – A recent study by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) highlights the serious risks of on-the-job inhalation injuries, emphasizing the importance of worker training and safety measures to prevent exposure to hazardous chemicals. Key Findings: The Reality of Workplace Inhalation Injuries Researchers analyzed OSHA records from April 2011 to […]
London, ON – The Ontario government has expanded its correctional infrastructure with the reopening of the Regional Intermittent Unit at the Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre, adding 110 new beds to accommodate minimum- and medium-risk adult inmates. This expansion is a key part of the province’s strategy to enhance public safety, support correctional staff, and improve inmate […]
Fredericton – The New Brunswick government has unveiled its 2025-26 budget, revealing a $599-million deficit, largely driven by increased health-care funding and a contingency plan to address potential U.S. trade tariffs. Finance Minister René Legacy acknowledged the financial strain, stating that previous revenue surpluses are no longer sufficient to balance the books. “It is difficult […]
TORONTO – The Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA) has taken decisive action to prevent a builder with a record of alleged illegal activities from circumventing regulations by operating under a new business identity. Preventing Fraudulent Practices in Homebuilding Muhammad Mohsin Babar, a former director of Albion Building Consultant Inc., attempted to secure a new builder’s […]
TORONTO – The federal government has announced a $2.55 billion investment in low-cost financing to support the construction of thousands of rental homes in Toronto, including over 1,000 affordable units. The funding, provided through the Apartment Construction Loan Program, will be administered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) to accelerate rental housing development […]
OTTAWA – Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced his commitment to accelerating federal approvals for the Ring of Fire mining development in northwestern Ontario. If elected, Poilievre aims to greenlight all federal permits for the project within six months. Additionally, a Conservative government under Poilievre would allocate $1 billion over three years to construct a […]
The Dangers of Hyper-Safety: A Critical Examination By Dr. Rob Long Published on November 23, 2024, this article delves into the troubling phenomenon of hyper-safety, particularly highlighted by recent events in New Zealand. Hyper-safety, characterized by an excessive focus on risk aversion, often leads to the suppression of critical thinking, intelligence, and the ability to […]
“`html Understanding Risk Intelligence in the Workplace In the evolving landscape of workplace safety, comprehending how individuals make judgments and decisions is vital for enhancing risk intelligence. Recent discussions highlight the importance of cultural contexts and the social psychology of risk in addressing workplace challenges. The Importance of Social Psychology of Risk The Social Psychology […]
OSHA Releases Annual Top 10 Violations List for 2023 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has unveiled its annual list of the most frequently cited violations for the fiscal year 2023, which ran from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023. This year marks the 13th consecutive year that general requirements for fall protection […]