Security & Life Safety
Drone use comes with flight risks for condos
A drone can capture data about the building structure as it scales the envelope, but consider too the images or video it could unintentionally capture.
Remove graffiti fast to prevent future tagging
An expert offers tips on how to prevent building vandalism, suggesting the best method is to remove graffiti fast to avoid future tagging.
Five winter safety tips for condo managers
December has been seasonably mild, so winter safety tips may not be top of mind for condo managers. But now is a good time to prepare for coming weather.
Spate of condo blazes sparks safety campaign
A spate of condo blazes in Alberta has reignited conversations about the perennial fire safety risk posed by cigarettes in multi-residential buildings.
Pan Am and the sport of short-term rentals
A security expert says condos need to have a plan for responding to short-term rentals ahead of tourist draws like the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games.
How building design influences condo security
Condominium security and the management of security services can be challenging if the three main bodies that govern the service (the condo board, property manager
Effective disaster management for condos
The massive floods that occurred in southern Alberta and the Greater Toronto Area in 2013 are just a few examples of the rising prevalence of natural
Preventing structural damage in parking lots
Insufficient lighting, tight traffic patterns and poor drivers can lead to serious damage in parking lots, and therefore costly repairs.
The importance of proper fire safety planning
The tragedy in L'Isle Verte, Que. calls attention to the importance of proper fire safety planning and installing prevention systems for all residences.
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.
When the lights go out
Residents of highrise condominiums are particularly vulnerable to long-term power outages, which can leave the elderly stranded in the dark ...
The legalities of emergency management
Emergency management includes four interdependent risk-based functions, according to Public Safety Canada. These are: prevention, preparedness, ...
Smart meter flare-up
Fire departments in Ontario have been asked to report fires or explosions associated with electrical meter installations to the Office of the Fire Marshal ...
Falling glass can cause legal headaches
In Ontario, it is unclear which statutory warranty period applies to the occurrence of falling glass given the lack of specific case law and Tarion direction.
Implementing an emergency response plan
It’s important to have a comprehensive emergency response plan (ERP) in place before disaster strikes. The longer an issue is not resolved, the bigger ...
