safety precautions for working near live power lines

Working Near Electrical Hazards

If your building is in a downtown metropolis area, window washers will likely be working close to live power lines, which can be dangerous! Whether the using or designing a window washing and façade access system live power lines should be taken into consideration. It’s important to consider the not only the proximity of the power lines but also the type …

roof anchors for suspended platform work on existing buildings

Suspended Platform Work on Existing Buildings Require a Special Pre-Use Inspection

This article informs building owners and property managers that the Ministry of Labour requires a “Special Pre-Use Inspection” on all anchors or fixed supports before any suspended work is started and used for construction purposes (work such as caulking, painting, window replacement, brickwork, etc.). In other words, all work other than window cleaning.   The specific pre-use engineered inspection includes: …

OSHA’s changes to Sub Part D - Walking Working Surfaces, impacting building owners and employers

OSHA Walking Working Surfaces Code: Key Updates and Compliance

On January 17, 2017 OSHA published changes to Sub Part D – Walking Working Surfaces, which have a significant impact on building owners and employer’s responsibilities. These changes include but are not limited to the following: Mandatory roof anchorages for window cleaners Mandatory fall protection on low sloped roofs – varying distances where fall protection is required depending on frequency …

employer sentences to 30 days jail after worker injured

Employer Sentenced to 30 Days Jail After Worker Injured

September 15, 2017 12:47 P.M. BRAMPTON, ONTARIO – Ji Nan Li, carrying on business as Yi Yi Construction, was sentenced to 30 days in jail after a worker was seriously injured by a fall. On December 3, 2015, a worker employed by Ji Nan Li was working on the roof of a construction project located at 7 Burlwood Road in …

three people reviewing architectural blueprints on a desk, with hands pointing and marking on the plans

Hiring a Design and Sales Coordinator!

Division: Ontario Reports To: Sr. Design Consultant, General Sales Manager Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Location: Head Office, Ajax Start Date: October 2017 About Us: Today Pro-Bel is an international company employing more than 200 people. We strive on having the best people that are experienced and specifically trained to provide the leading service in the high-rise window cleaning safety industry. …

Court reviews OSHA's new fall protection rule challenged by Corporate Cleaning Services Inc.

OSHA’s New Fall Protection Rule Under Court Review

By Bruce Rolfsen Overview of the Legal Challenge A federal appeals court has been asked to review OSHA’s new fall protection rule for general industry that covers about 112 million workers ( Corp. Cleaning Serv. Inc. v. OSHA, 7th Cir. App., No. 16-4244, 12/27/16 ). The rule takes effect Jan. 17, though some compliance deadlines are delayed. Corporate Cleaning Services …