Food & Beverage Manufacturing

There are many hazards found within the food and beverage manufacturing sector, so it can be daunting to easily find solutions to these challenges. Access the resources below to get started.

Food & Beverage Manufacturing Risk Assessment

Top 10 Health & Safety Risks in Food Manufacturing

Download a free infographic highlighting the top 10 risks in food manufacturing as identified by industry leaders during a risk assessment workshop

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4 months ago

Industry leaders identify top health and safety risks in food manufacturing

Using risk assessment methodology, industry leaders share their collective experience to identify top risks in the food manufacturing sector. Read the article to learn more

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4 months ago

Food Manufacturing Risk Assessment Results

During a Food Manufacturing Risk Assessment workshop leaders, workers, supervisors and experts helped identify top health and safety hazards. Get the full results including 60 identified risks.

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4 months ago

Food Manufacturing Common Hazards & Solutions Toolkit

There are many hazards found within the food manufacturing sector, and it can be daunting to easily find solutions to these challenges. Use this free toolkit to get started

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Machine Safeguarding and Lockout/Tagout

12 months ago

6 things you need to know about PSRs

Many employers remain confused by the legal requirements for a Pre-Start Health and Safety Review (PSR) for new or modified equipment, says Michael Wilson, a WSPS technical consultant.

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about 7 years ago

7 ways to jump-start your machine safety inspections

When WSPS machine safety specialist Michael Wilson visits workplaces, he often comes across joint health and safety committee members reviewing machine guarding as part of their regular...

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over 2 years ago

Job Aid - Robots

Hazard awareness information for work involving robots.

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over 2 years ago

Safety Check: Meat Band Saw Safety

Meat band saw safety tips for workers.

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about 1 year ago

Nip point incident offers 6 lessons for workplaces

"Nip point hazards are still commonly overlooked even though they can affect virtually every workplace that uses equipment with moving parts," warns WSPS consultant Clinton Brown.

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Lift Trucks, Pedestrians and Loading Docks

almost 7 years ago

Warehouse Safety Tips - 8: Assess Your Warehouse Risks

A major injury or warehouse accident can seriously disrupt your company and those you supply. One way to gauge effectiveness of your warehouse operation is to conduct a warehouse operations assessment

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almost 7 years ago

Warehouse Safety Tips - 3: Understand Your Loading Docks Hazards

Loading docks are where material is loaded or unloaded at warehouses, and they come with unique hazards. Our Technical Specialist, Chuck Leon breaks them down for you and provides recommendations.

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over 1 year ago

Material handling blitz #2: 6 steps to implement a traffic management plan

Traffic management plans are a priority for Ministry of Labour inspectors visiting workplaces during the current material handling blitz.

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over 2 years ago

Job Aid - Forklifts

Hazard awareness information for forklift operation.

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over 2 years ago

Case Study - Pedestrian

A company has heard rumours that a number of people have had close calls with forklifts. Most of these rumours have centered on workers who are coming and going from the breakroom and washroom...

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9 months ago

Safety Tips: What should employees know about loading and unloading a truck or trailer safely?

Dealing with busy lift truck traffic at your loading dock? Watch this video to get 3 tips to load and unload trailers and trucks safely to protect workers and your business.

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9 months ago

Safety Tips: How can lift truck operators maintain proper line of sight?

Do you drive a lift truck? Lifting devices are a leading cause of workplace incidents. Watch these quick tips to operate your equipment safely and maintain a proper line of sight.

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Slips, Trips and Fall Hazards