Management
What FMs should know about irrigation systems
When properly maintained, an irrigation system can provide many years of excellent service.
Communication tips for building service contractors
Here are some strategies to have a well-defined communication plan.
Electrical code changes property managers should know
For building owners and property managers who don’t do their due diligence, the implications can be catastrophic.
Cleaning industry calls for the removal of tariffs
The worldwide cleaning industry association issues action alert on tariffs.
TSSA gives residents fuel safety tips
The province’s fuels-safety regulator is advising residents and property managers of important fuel-related safety tips as they work to recover from devasting flooding.
Prevent pests from populating your property
No matter the time of year, pests are professionals at making their way into your facility, seeking shelter from the elements in colder months and places to breed in warm seasons.
Ontario proposes new excess soil rules
The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks' proposal is posted for public consultation until May 31, 2019.
Developing an IT roadmap in facility management
The IT Community of IFMA is often asked how to get started with IT in facility management and how to develop a long-term strategy for FM IT solutions.
Clothing donation bins may pose liability risk
Commercial property owners who host clothing donation bins could run afoul of their province's Occupiers Liability Act or Occupational Health and Safety Act should an incident occur.
Study examines harassment in Canadian workplaces
Verbal abuse is the most common type of harassment reported by Canadian workers according to a new study titled Harassment in Canadian workplaces.
The workplace move: An impetus for change
There are few opportunities for organizations as great as the workplace move, where it can begin anew in fresh, new premises.
The evolution of the FM avatar
As their job responsibilities change, FMs need to continuously improve in order to help bring their organization value.
How to maintain sound masking performance
Today’s interiors are even more dependent on sound masking for speech privacy and noise control.
Partnership to support workplace psychological health in Sask.
WCB and UFred have signed a partnership agreement to increase access to training and resources for Saskatchewan employers to create psychologically healthy workplaces.
CDC warns of exotic ticks spreading across the U.S.
Asian longhorned ticks, which are known to carry a variety of pathogens, is spreading across the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
How to make social media work for a cleaning business
Gone are the days when a business service contractor could rely on obtaining its clients from just one channel. Today, it’s all about exposure and the best place a cleaning business can be seen is online.
New app helps managers address workplace mental health
IncludeMe is a new app designed for managers to understand and take action on workplace mental health.
