Blog Diversified Staffing Blog Search Search for: Categories Benefits Business Client Events Giving Back Health and Safety Human Resources Payroll Personal Advice Uncategorised Stay Up To Date Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Facts Posted on January 27, 2020 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… Out of a Job? Where to next? Posted on January 20, 2020 Business Human Resources Personal Advice So you are out of a job, you have exhausted your network in the process of your job search, and you have no current leads in finding a suitable position any time soon. Where to next? You may have heard of temporary staffing agencies, and you may or may not… Working in Extreme Cold Posted on January 16, 2020 Health and Safety There’s no other way to say it — it’s very, very, very cold outside. Blowing snow and frigid temperatures have descended upon the entire province of Alberta. Working in extreme cold may stress a person’s heating system. When cold is combined with other stresses such as hard physical work, loss… New Years Winter Safety Tips Posted on January 3, 2020 Health and Safety The inevitable winter ice and snow just makes a more hazardous environment that could increase the risk of injuries. Canadians will have snow and ice to deal with at home and at work. Prevent slips, trips, and falls this winter season. Keep these safety tips in mind while navigating through… 7 tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season Posted on December 19, 2019 Health and Safety 7 tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season: Choose a fresh Christmas tree, not a dry one. Set it up in a container of water and add more water as required. A dry tree is a fire hazard, so keep your tree fresh and moist. 2. If you think… Resume Tips from our Office Recruiters Posted on December 3, 2019 Business Personal Advice With the market for job search being tough these days, it is important to have a resume that will stand out in the hundreds that are submitted daily. Did you know, that it takes hiring managers on average 6 seconds to scan through a resume to come to a conclusion?… Cold Stress: Your Winter Safety Guide Posted on November 25, 2019 Health and Safety What is Cold Stress? Cold stress occurs when the temperature of the skin, as well as that of the internal body (core temperature) drops below the normal range. If the body is unable to warm itself, this may cause tissue damage and possibly death. Factors That Increase the Risk of… An Industrial Tale Posted on November 21, 2019 Health and Safety Personal Advice Have you been working in trades, construction, or general labour for an extended period of time and are still struggling to find a consistent, full time position? Have you ever considered the opportunities that arise with a temporary position? One of our previous Industrial Temp workers had not given it… Five Tips to Effectively Protect Your Hands Against The Cold Posted on November 15, 2019 Health and Safety Trades working outside all year long know from experience that their hands are more vulnerable to the cold and its resulting damages. As the skin of the hand is thin with a high concentration of blood vessels, they can get cold very easily, resulting in loss of their mobility, and… Work Hard, Be Open to Change, and Be Open to New Opportunities Posted on November 13, 2019 Giving Back Personal Advice With all the news going on around town about layoffs, closures, and downright sad news, it’s time that we added some excitement back into the job search! Diversified Staffing Services and it’s team are working hard to pair up clients who are looking to fill a role, with the best… prev 1 2 3 4 5 … 21 next
