Risk Management
Winter maintenance budgeting gets slipperier
A threatened 50 per cent tariff on Canadian road salt imported into the United States is creating winter maintenance budgeting uncertainties on both sides of the international border.
Shifting from seasonal maintenance to climate risk management
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued an El Niño Advisory, warning of a 63 per cent chance that intensifying tropical Pacific conditions
Ladder safety for spring maintenance
March is ladder safety month, and it is the perfect time to assess your ladder practices to ensure maximum safety for your teams. In the
Restroom hand hygiene is still falling short
Even though hand hygiene has been a popular topic of conversation in recent years, and a priority for businesses across most sectors, companies can do
Winter storms and extreme weather are fueling heightened property concerns across Canada
As winter continues, the Farmers’ Almanac forecasted a classic Canadian winter for 2025–2026, featuring deep freezes, frequent snow, and powerful storms, along with occasional mild
Facility teams can protect air quality without driving up energy costs
As temperatures continue to drop, facility managers prepare for the challenge of maintaining comfortable buildings while minimizing energy consumption. Yet, some of the very strategies
Minimizing absenteeism during flu season
Flu season can wreak havoc on a business, as we spend more time indoors and germs are more easily spread. For the second year in
Preventing and addressing fall mould
Mould and mildew are common allergens that can worsen seasonal allergies, often occurring during the fall and winter months. Mould spores can be found both
Paying attention to the use and disposal of lithium batteries
Lithium batteries are widely used, but many businesses remain uninformed about the proper use, risks, and disposal. From phones and laptops to power tools and energy
Firefighting foams on track to detoxify
PFAS are tapped to be classified as toxic substances due to their adverse properties and potential to be dispersed into the environment in quantities and/or concentrations that could pose immediate or long-term harm.
Tips for new maintenance managers
Maintenance managers face new challenges every day, from addressing facility issues to building budgets to departmental operations, and beyond. Feeling the pressure of being pulled
Protecting outdoor workers from the summer heat
Summer weather is here, and that means hot conditions for many outdoor maintenance workers. As technology continues to evolve, so do the tools that outdoor
Outdoor workers may be at risk for hearing loss
Seasonal property maintenance includes various tasks that take place outdoors, and many of which include loud machinery. Protecting your teams means investing in the PPE
Helping cleaners stay safe at work
Cleaning is a physical job that requires a level of skill and fitness that’s different from so many other occupations, and maintaining optimal health is
Common spring maintenance challenges
Spring has arrived, and it typically brings dampness and dirt, making maintaining commercial facilities more of a challenge. The unpredictability of the weather, increased precipitation,
Are you disinfecting effectively?
As the importance of cleaning and sanitizing remains top of mind, it is crucial that cleaners use the right products to achieve optimal results. In
The importance of managing the humidity in your building
Maintaining building humidity levels is vital to the performance of your building, but it is often overlooked as part of a comprehensive maintenance plan. Experts
