Safety Training Blog

Working at heights is never an easy job. A fall from heights can be life-changing or deadly. Every year there are workers who fall from heights and obtain either severe injuries or the fall results in death. Read More

Working at heights can be dangerous for your workers. Proper training and safety equipment go along way in minimizing the risk of fall related injuries to your employees. Read More

Working from heights always carries greater risks than when you are working at ground level. A fall protection course is essential so that your employees learn how to operate at heights safely. Read More

As an employer, it is essential for you to understand the regulations regarding onsite confined space and fall rescue. There are a number of standards that you want to adhere to so that you are ready to tackle any emergency situation should the need arise. Read More

One of the most common questions that are posed in the industry of fall protection is about the life span of the equipment. You should always perform a fall protection equipment inspection before you use it, but when it comes to replacing equipment, that should be done every five years. Read More

Many jurisdictions require you to provide first aid training to your employees, but that doesn’t mean it always gets done. Having your employees ready and willing to handle potential situations or medical emergencies in the workplace can help to prevent severe injury or even death. Read More

A fall protection course is designed to help anyone who is going to be working at the height of 10 feet or above. A training course will help give you and your employees the skills they need to handle any emergency at height and how to effectively work at height safely. Read More

Falls and confined space accidents are among the top reasons for injuries in the workplace. Part of the reason for these accidents is that the workers aren’t trained properly, but that isn’t the primary reason. Read More

We are now offering COVID-19 Cleaning with our HazMat Team.  Read More

In large organizations, health and safety is a very important part of the structure and training for employees. However, not as much emphasis has been put on first aid training. Having employees take a first aid training course is an asset to your organization. Read More

Anyone who works in the petroleum and gas industries is at some point going to come into contact with hydrogen sulfide (H₂S). To be safe in your industry you must take an H₂S Alive training course to ensure that you are up to code on all the current safety procedures when dealing with this potentially deadly gas. Read More

Guardrail and handrail installation & rentals are a reliable system that helps prevent accidents related to working at heights. Using these rails is a fall protection preventative measure that helps to keep workers safe..  Read More

Working at heights is a hazardous occupation. When you are working or have workers, who are going to be working at heights, it is important that you conduct a proper fall protection equipment inspection.  Read More

Asphyxiations, entanglements, and falls are among a vast number of other potentially dangerous things that can happen when working in confined spaces. No one wants to hear that there is an emergency, but they happen. That is why you must be aware of onsite confined space and fall rescue plans before work even begins. Read More

Protecting worker's lives is not only an employer’s moral duty; it is a legal responsibility. When workers are going to be working at heights, it is essential that these employees learn about fall protection. Taking a fall protection course can be the difference between a full life and a quick death. Read More

Every employer has a responsibility to make sure that their employers are safe while at work. One of the easiest ways you can ensure that you are meeting moral and, more importantly, legal obligations is by taking a first aid training course. Read More

Accidents happen as it is apart of every workforce. However, there are some accidents that are avoidable. You want to make sure that before every job, you execute a fall protection equipment inspection to ensure that the equipment used meets all safety standards. Read More

Working in the Petroleum industry in and around Edmonton, it is mandatory to take the H2S alive training course,. Any workers who may potentially come in contact with hydrogen sulfide gas must understand how to handle contact with this potent gas to avoid devastating consequences. Read More

There is a way to ensure that your workers are safe without having to purchase the protection equipment. There are rentals that are already inspected and are in the right condition to get the job done. Read More

The general workplace records a total of 100,000 deaths and injuries yearly caused by falls. The fall statistics are rising due to poor or lack of fall protection training. The second reason is the wrong choice and use of equipment for specific tasks, and lastly, failure to properly inspect the fall protection equipment. Read More

Have you lost your peace of mind to the cost of purchasing fall protection and confined space equipment?  You can attain a safe workplace without having to buy the necessary protective gear. Instead, you can rent thoroughly inspected devices that are in perfect condition for use when the need arises. Read More

An estimated 90 people die yearly in confined spaces irrespective of their industries.  Most of the casualties are workers rescuing their colleagues from hazards associated with such areas. The increment in the death cases links to ignorance of the fall hazards associated with the spaces. Read More

We get a lot of questions about rescue standards and how long a rope rescue or high angle rescue course should be.  I will attempt to explain the common practice and due diligence in the following paragraphs. In this blog post, I would just like to clarity some of the confusion around the rope rescue training of onsite workers and tradesmen versus a professional rescue team on site.   Read More

Does your workplace meet the structural integrity and strength standards necessary for fall prevention?  You cannot wholly avoid heights hence the need for guardrail and handrail installation & rentals. Read More

How have you survived without an H2S alive training course? Respective of the industry in which you operate, you will get surprised by your proximity to sulphide gas poisoning. Let’s dig into why you need to register for an H2S alive training course. Read More

Can you differentiate between a handrail and a guardrail? Often the two are used interchangeably. However, a guardrail is a barricade installed at the perimeter of a raised surface such as balconies or walkways. While a handrail is any horizontal or sloping railing especially on escalators or stairways on which you can grasp by the hand. Read More

You have seen fire extinguishers on the shelves in stores. Are you curious what happens when you press the trigger? How big of a fire will it put out?

If you want to answers to those questions and more, we offer a class on fire safety. We teach how to act and react around fire. You will learn about fire theories and concepts. We will give you the chance to use a live fire extinguisher against our controlled fire pit. Read More

Did you know there are 60,000 fatal accidents yearly on construction sites globally? According to the International Labor Organization, that translates to one serious fall every ten minutes.  Read More

This is an overview of some projects we have completed over the last couple of years. Read More

Do you work in the gas and oil industry or other industries where H2S is a concern? Then you are at higher risks of Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) gas poisoning.  Read More

If you knew when disaster would strike, there would be no need of staying put. But since confined space accidents come unannounced, you sure must educate your employees on confined space safety. Read More

The Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) requires that you inspect your fall protection gear frequently especially before each use. Also, follow the manufacturer's recommendation on the frequency of inspection. Do you know how to properly inspect fall protection equipment? Read More

How equipped are you when it comes to handling emergency first aid care? Unfortunately, out of ten parents, eight are likely to lose their children to ignorance of basic first aid procedures. Set yourself apart and be prepared, learn to save a life with a first aid training course. Read More

Quite often we have a Human Resources or Administrator ask if they can create one account and then add their employees under that account.  Yes, we can do that. The standard process is as follows: Read More

A fall protection course will help you create your own rescue and escape plan whether you are the employer or the employee. The course is designed to enable you the employer set efficient fall protection systems in the workplace while training your employees how to use the set systems. Read More

Guardrails and handrails are the two primary fall protection solutions where there is risk of falling. Question is – do you know how to properly install the two? Read More

Every day, four construction workers lose their lives, often from preventable accidents. Everyone involved needs to play their part in minimizing and eliminating the risk of falling. For employers, one of the best ways to do this is through fall protection training. The Read More

Our government insists that all workers, where exposure to Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) is real, be provided with appropriate training to stay safe from the gas Read More

Fall protection equipment inspection is a legal requirement and not inspecting your fall protection systems may amount to breach of the law. Read More

Did you know that you can ensure the safety of your workers without purchasing the needed protection equipment? We have rentals that are fully inspected and always in good condition for your job! Read More

Confined space and at-height projects are some of the riskiest jobs. When working in confined spaces, employees are at risk of multiple hazards including: Read More

Proper guardrail ad handrail installation & rentals are offered by MI Safety, to ensure that your workers have a safe railing system in place. Read More

Are you prepared for an emergency? What is your role? Here's why you should take part in a first aid training course in Devon. Read More

Being prepared for for confined space rescue can be the difference between life and death. Here's why you need a confined space rescue training course. Read More

Fall protection equipment inspections are an important part of your fall protection routine. Not following standard practices can be dangerous. Read More

How prepared are you for a fall? Do you need to update your fall protection training? Take a fall protection course with MI Safety, today. Read More

An H2S Alive training course can be necessary for your job training. But do you know if you meet the prerequisites to be eligible to enroll for the course? Read More

There are a few dos and don'ts when it comes to using fall protection equipment. Here are the fundamentals of how you should be using it properly. Read More

You know that working in a confined space can be hazardous, but do you know how and when to react in the event of an emergency? Read More

Do you know how to choose the right guardrail systems for fall protection? Here are a few steps to help you avoid the possible dangers of a fall. Read More