Changing Attitudes All About Communication
What's the most important factor in implementing a world-class safety program for your organization? Communication. Without it, the most well thought out safety program will be nothing but a good […]
Importing Workers Costs More Than Local Jobs
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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Can Your Workers Spot Safety Risks?
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 […]
Top 3 Reasons They Want to Work for You
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 […]
Interfor: Safety and Productivity Go Hand in Hand
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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Beware the Forklift Racetrack
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 […]
Why Choose to Work Out In The Cold?
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 […]
Controlled by Control
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 […]
Don’t Get Caught Asleep at the Wheel
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 […]
Top 10 Reasons Why Some Workers Just Don’t Listen
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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Are Gen Y Personalities Different or is the World Just Tougher?
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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How Workstyle Affects Job Performance
Everyone has his or her own personal "style". Some people wear designer name brands, some people can wear almost anything and look like the coolest person in the room and […]
