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Confined Space Entry

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Knowing your work environment and what the hazards are can prevent accidents.
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Look What You've Done! Even in a recession, Alberta's top construction projects shine

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Cover Story in December 2009 Alberta Construction Magazine

"Many of you already know this, but it bears repeating. Construction is one of this country's biggest industries.
The Construction Sector Council estimates that 1 in 16 workers employed in Canada earns a living from construction."

Read entire article online in Alberta Construction E Magazine....

Safety Tip of the Week

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Check out Canada Occupational Safety's website for Weekly Safety Tips.

CSA adds slip resistance to footwear standard update

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Canadian Occupational Safety E Magazine - December 2009

"The Canadian Standards Association has updated its CSA Z-195 Protective Footwear Standard to include slip-resistance or slip-resisting footwear.

The new edition of Z-195 sets out requirements for the communication or labeling of slip-resistance performance data on all safety footwear claiming to be slip-resistant, slip-resisting or anti-slip. In a statement, CSA said the new requirements were set after a test procedure based on a European standard has been agreed to by the footwear industry.

Also new to this latest edition are performance requirements and an impact test procedure for metatarsal (top-of-the-foot) guards, CSA said."

Read the entire article....

Rtichie Bros. Sale - Grande Prairie

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ritchie Bros. will be holding a two-day auction in Grande Prairie, AB on Sept. 21 - 22, 2009. Here is the link to the auction listing: Search Equipment.

NORWECO Wastewater Treatment Systems

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Singulair Wastewater Treatment System

Check out the wastewater treatment system we are using in our Quarry Ridge Estates subdivision development. Because our development is located on the Grimshaw Gravels Aquifer, we chose this sewer management system for its efficiency, small footprint and clear water disposal(much like a municipal wastewater treatment system). With the recently produced private sewage disposal regulations by the Government of Alberta, this superior system more than meets these new regulations!

The Singulair system is the state-of-the-art alternative to a troublesome septic tank for domestic wastewater treatment. Employing the extended aeration process, the Singulair plant provides flow equalization, pretreatment, aeration, clarification, tertiary filtration and optional chemical addition within a single precast concrete tank. The only mechanical component is the fractional horsepower aerator, which runs at 1725 RPM and is certified with a 30 minute per hour run time. The patented Bio-Kinetic device is an integral component and assures that all flow through the Singulair system is equalized and completely treated.

Designed for domestic wastewater flows ranging from 500 to 1,500 gallons per day, performance of the Singulair system is certified by NSF International and the Canadian Standards Association. Sold only through local, licensed, factory-trained distributors, the Singulair system is backed by Norweco’s fifty year warranty and exchange program. The Singulair system is a trouble-free answer to domestic wastewater disposal and insures a safe, sanitary home environment.

Check out the brochure on their website for detailed information: SINGULAIR Wastewater Treatment System.

Ultra-Rib Pipe

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ultra-Rib™ is an open profile PVC gravity-flow storm sewer pipe with gasketed joints. The concentric reinforcing ribs optimize the pipe’s structural capability. During installation, Ultra-Rib is an easily handled flexible conduit which works with the surrounding soil to limit deflection. Available in a wide range of sizes, this type of pipe used primarily in municipal sewer projects.
Check out this website for Ultra Rib specifiications.

Private Sewage Codes and Standards

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Click on this link: Alberta Municipal Affairs Private Sewage Advisories to go to a website that covers topics such as: Permit Eligibility, Tips on a Private Sewage System and a Checklist for Selecting a New Sewage System. Anyone needing guidance on obtaining a private sewage system permit or needing help selecting the right sewage system for their property, will find this link very helpful.

New Standard of Practice for Alberta Private Sewage Systems

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Standard of Practice for Private Sewage Systems is in the process of being adopted by the Government of Alberta and is due to be released to the public sometime in August 2009. The Standard of Practice was last updated in 1999. I look forward to seeing the new standards from an environmental perspective. Through our experience as water and sewer installation contractors, we have seen many "interesting" interpretations of Alberta's Private Sewage Systems policy.

New Standard of Practice for Alberta Private Sewage Systems

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The new Standard of Practice for Private Sewage Systems is in the process of being adopted by the Government of Alberta and is due to be released to the public sometime in August 2009. The Standard of Practice was last updated in 2007. I look forward to seeing the new standards from an envrionment perspective. Through our experience as water and sewer installation contractors, we have seen many "interesting" interpretations of Private Sewage Systems policy.