Category: Giving Back Diversified Staffing Giving Back Search Search for: Categories Benefits Business Client Events Giving Back Health and Safety Human Resources Payroll Personal Advice Uncategorised Seasonal Flu Prevention Tips Posted on September 25, 2018 Giving Back Health and Safety There’s no doubt about it. Cold and Flu Season is a sure thing. And it’s coming whether you’re ready or not. Nothing will take away all the risk of getting a cold or flu. But there are many things you can do to greatly reduce your chances of getting sick.… Pneumatic Tools Posted on August 15, 2018 Giving Back Health and Safety The dangers of pneumatic tools differ from those of electric-powered equipment. Protect yourself by reviewing the hazards and prevention methods below. HAZARDS Operating at the incorrect pressure or flow can cause excessive force, resulting in serious injury. Air hoses that are the wrong size for the tool or in poor… Close Calls Posted on August 7, 2018 Giving Back Health and Safety A “close call”, near miss or accident without injury is easy to shrug off and forget. But, there is a danger in brushing off accidents that don’t hurt, harm or damage. When a “close call” happens, it should immediately send a red warning flag that something was wrong, unplanned, unexpected,… Protecting Yourself from Heat Stress Posted on July 19, 2018 Giving Back Health and Safety Many people are exposed to heat on the job, in both indoor and outdoor heat environments. Operations involving high air temperatures, radiant heat sources (e.g., sunlight, hot exhaust), high humidity, direct physical contact with hot objects, or strenuous physical activities have a high potential for causing heat-related illness. Indoor workplaces with… BEAT THE HEAT!! Posted on July 16, 2018 Giving Back Health and Safety Summer can mean that the heat is on for many workers spending their days outdoors, in poorly-ventilated offices or dressed in heavy-duty protective clothing. People who work outdoors should ensure that they are protected against damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight that can cause skin cancer. Working in a hot… Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Fact Sheet Posted on June 19, 2018 Giving Back Health and Safety What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? PPE is equipment worn by a worker to minimize exposure to specific hazards. Examples of PPE include respirators, gloves, aprons, fall protection, and full body suits, as well as head, eye and foot protection. Using PPE is only one element in a complete hazard… April 28th Day of Mourning Posted on April 23, 2018 Giving Back In 1991 the Parliament of Canada passed the Workers Mourning Day Act making April 28 an official Day of Mourning. On this day, all government buildings, and on Parliament Hill, the Canadian flag will fly at half-mast. There is also a moment of silence at 11:00am to honor those who have… Humboldt Strong! Posted on April 13, 2018 Giving Back Diversified Staffing Services paying respect to the Humboldt Broncos. We are sending our love and positive thoughts out to everyone affected. World Down Syndrome Day Posted on March 20, 2018 Giving Back World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), March 21, is a global awareness day which has been officially Chosen by the United Nations since 2012. The date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes… Calgary Food Bank Posted on March 8, 2018 Giving Back This past December, Diversified Staffing Services and PEO Canada organized a Christmas Food Drive for The Calgary Food Bank. From this fundraiser we successfully raised 170 pounds of food and $395. We wanted to share our initiatives with others as well thanking our staff for the great support and generous donations. prev 1 2 3 next
