DID YOU KNOW? Motor Vehicle Collisions are the second-leading cause of injury hospitalizations and third-leading cause of unintentional injury deaths in Canada. RISE IN FATAL VEHICLE COLLISIONS Imagine a family receiving a phone call they never expected, their lives permanently changed by a single moment on a roadway. Sadly, this […]
Tyler J. Moffitt – Safety Tidbits
DID YOU KNOW? The Office of the Fire Marshal in Ontario, advises against using fire blankets for consumer use, and that fire blankets should only be used by trained professionals. Fire blankets are increasingly marketed as an effective way to extinguish a stove top fire. However, there are no CANADIAN […]
DID YOU KNOW? Even if you’ve travelled to a popular destination before, there are health and safety related practices you need to consider before embarking on your trip. TRAVEL ADVICE & ADVISORIES Ensure to check for any updated travel advice and advisories, as well as any travel health notices for […]
DID YOU KNOW? Canada faces unique challenges when it comes to developing and delivering injury prevention programs due to geographic disparities; our vast and diverse geography presents significant challenges in delivering injury prevention programs to all areas of our country. CANADA’S GROWING SENIOR POPULATION The rapid growth expected among Canada’s […]
DID YOU KNOW? Unintentional injuries are a significant “public health” concern, ranking as the leading cause of death for Canadians aged one to 44 years. Despite this alarming statistic, many Canadians are unaware of the severity of the situation. CANADA’S CONVENOR (LEAD) FOR INJURY PREVENTION In 2012, Safe Communities Canada, […]
2025 has arrived! Did you make any New Year’s Resolutions? Have you considered making your home and workplace a safer place to live, play and work in ways that will avoid harm? We all need to be aware of—and see—the risks in our everyday lives as we go about our […]
DID YOU KNOW? The Christmas Season should be a safe and merry time; but fire has no respect for happy occasions. It can strike with fury when least expected. Fire can be a dangerous enemy, and December is a leading month for home fires, which is largely due to the […]
The Christmas season is fast approaching, and in the spirit of the festive season, it is important to practice and make time for safety. HOLIDAY LIGHTS: Consider using LED lights and hang them with nail free clips for your outdoor/indoor rated lights. Remember, use lights that have the mark of […]
DID YOU KNOW? Nearly 4,500 children from birth to 14 years were admitted to a hospital in a single year as a result of a fall; this statistic translates to falls being the leading cause of hospital admissions for injury among children in this age group. Meanwhile, here are some […]
DID YOU KNOW? There are effective steps you can take to prevent a fall; these steps were assessed by the Public Health Agency of Canada and Finding Balance, a program for older adults and caregivers. The steps are as follows: Here are some additional best practices to share: In next […]
DID YOU KNOW? In Canada, falls continue to be the #1 cause of injury for all ages. However, as we age, our risk of falling becomes greater. Falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and injury deaths among Canadians aged 65 and older. In addition, with the aging of […]
DID YOU KNOW? Landlords must: Tenants must: KNOW THE SOUND OF YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM DIFFERENT TYPES OF BEEPS & CHIRPS FROM CO ALARMS HEAR FOUR-BEEPS? ACT FAST! TYPES OF CO ALARMS LOOK FOR THE MARK! Safety—it starts with you folks.
