Research shows that nearly 90% of incidents can be attributed to some level of human error, with personality risk factors like “Distractibility”, “Anxiousness”, and “Impulsiveness” causing otherwise rational people to […]
FACT: When the oil and gas industries boom, thousands of jobs get created. New plants, refineries, infrastructure and pipelines mean a high demand for welders, electricians, pipe fitters and other […]
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Measuring Workers’ Risk Tolerance When striving to create the safest, most productive job site, safety programs matter. We’ve discussed many ways that you can implement strong safety programs on The Safety […]
In today's job market, prospective contractors are becoming much more selective about the jobs they take and the companies they work for. Contractors are more willing than ever to pass […]
TalentClick Visits Interfor's Acorn Mill in Delta BC When we first sat down with Randy, Acorn Division’s Mill Manager, it was easy to see that Interfor runs a tight ship. […]
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The Consequences of Group Think Yes, we said it: Forklift Racetrack! It's not something you would ever hear about in blogs, magazines, or the evening news (hopefully not). Why is […]
Canadian winters are notoriously cold. Our penchant for frozen lakes, snowstorms and sub-zero temperatures often defines life in Canada and is also part of the reason that we do so […]
Managing an Overbearing Manager It's a manager's job to maintain control, but what happens when the manager is too controlling? Having high standards is not a bad thing; it can […]
Beware The Effects of Fatigue on Driving Driving is one of the most dangerous tasks we complete on a daily basis. In fact, we drive so much that we often […]
An Outgoing personality is normally tied to being friendly, likable, and a whole slew of positive traits. In the workplace, outgoing people are known to get promoted quicker and ultimately […]
Everyone knows how frustrating it can be when someone just isn't listening. Whether personally or professionally, the feeling that your words are falling on deaf ears can be distressing. In […]
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Times are changing and there’s no denying it. In today’s workplace, the ever-shifting nature of your workforce is unavoidable as long-term employees get older and look towards retirement. In many […]
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