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Winter in Alberta is not a surprise — but every year, employers are caught without adequate cold weather protocols. Here is how to prepare your workers, your equipment, and your safety program before the first frost.
Before you know it, winter will be here in full force in Alberta. The time has come to get ready for winter and ensure we are ready for the seasons to change. Here are a few things to work on before the snow hits to ensure your vehicle and your worksite will be ready.
Winter Driving Tips:
If you require any assistance with Winter Preparedness, including developing a Winter Preparedness Program, Working in Severe Weather JHA's, or Preppiing a Worksite for Winter JHA, as always please feel free to give us a call at Safety Ahead and we would be happy to help you out!! 780-473-472.
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Safety Ahead Team
Alberta-based safety consultants with decades of field experience — COR auditors, OHS advisors, and WCB specialists working with employers across the province.
About Safety AheadWe help Alberta employers build seasonal safety plans and emergency response procedures that actually get followed in the field — not just filed in a binder.
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