WorkSafeBC Inspections: How to Handle Yourself
WorkSafeBC inspectors may suggest that they are just trying to "get the facts," but every question they ask is designed to get the evidence they need. You should always be on your toes and follow the military maxim, "Never volunteer." Inspectors are like TV...
Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in the Workplace
Guest blog by Jan Kirkpatrick, President, First Edition First Aid Training Inc., National Philips AED Distributor Philips AED’s in the Workplace? Absolutely. They are saving lives. The national survival rate, for cardiac arrest (with EMS/Fire responding) is less...
Unprepared Businesses Are at Risk
When planning for an emergency the rule of thumb is to plan for the "worst case scenario." Out here on the west coast we always hear all this earthquake talk...the big one is coming...expect the unexpected. Much of the concern centers on school safety, preparing a...
Steps to Earthquake Safety
On October 17th, a locally-driven, world wide “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” drill will take place called The Great ShakeOut. All residents, agencies, businesses, and organizations across the world are encouraged to take part in the largest earthquake drill in history! ...
Canadian Red Cross Launches a First Aid App
The official Canadian Red Cross First Aid app puts lifesaving advice in your hands. Available for Apple and Android mobile devices, the app helps you maintain your first aid skills and respond to everyday emergencies. By downloading the app on your smartphone or...
Plan for the Worst…It Just Makes Common Sense
Some of my friends call me a pessimist.... I think I am a realistic, well-prepared person. Should there ever be a major disaster, or a minor one for that matter, I know my family and I might be on our own for days - maybe even weeks. I want to BE PREPARED. But then...