Risk Management
New sanitizers to prevent superbugs
Managers can prevent superbugs from spreading in facilities by using new anolyte sanitizers that don't allow viruses or bacteria to gain resistance.
How to prevent mould by controlling moisture
Implementinging a comprehensive moisture management strategy is key to prevent mould. It also reduces potential health risks and liability.
Disaster preparedness plans for facilities
Preparing for emergency situations at facilities requires continuously exercising and refining disaster preparedness and recovery programs.
How to protect property from water damage
Property owners and managers can take steps to protect property from water damage by simply walking around their building during and after rainstorms.
Preparing for medical emergencies
Property managers should have thorough procedures in place in order to effectively deal with any medical emergencies that may happen on site.
What a rise in extreme weather means for FMs
The rise in extreme weather events means that facility managers need to be prepared to deal with everything from floods to ice storms.
Fire safety planning
For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.
Preparing an emergency response plan
Here are five steps to get started on a comprehensive emergency response plan.
Minimizing business and legal risk
In the design sector, designers face three types of general risks: financial; time; and impact on reputation.
Toronto floods expose vulnerable infrastructure
Flooding and power outages following an intense storm in Toronto last week give heed to long-standing concerns about ...
Calgary managers turn to their emergency plans
Theory became reality for many of Calgary's building owners and managers late last week as flood waters ...
Recognizing safety threats in the janitor’s closet
Cleaning chemicals rely on powerful formulas to help loosen and remove soils and contaminants from all types of surfaces. When used properly, they are generally safe. When used improperly, problems can arise.
Reducing the risk of Legionella
Any water source in a building that can be aerosolized may be a Legionella risk, particularly where the water is dirty, remains still or is not exposed to a ...
Rise up
Studies examining the effectiveness of implementing ceiling lifts have found decreases in injury rates, decreases in workers’ compensation claims, perceived decreases in the risk of injury and improved morale with a decrease in absenteeism.
Caution afoot
Engineering and life safety specialists are currently examining stairwell concerns in preparation for possible new or revised rules that would be introduced in the 2015 National Building Code.
Flooding brings immediate, downstream costs
Water spills, leaks and floods are a common occurrence that can have a costly impact on public and workplace safety and building operations.
Legislation gets to the heart of health and safety
Manitoba is the first Canadian province to mandate automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in specific facilities.


