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Field Level Risk Assessments—Tips for Flaggers

Posted by The Universal Group on Jul 20, 2019 9:00:00 AM

Field-Level Risk Assessment, Job Safety Analysis, Task Hazard Analysis, Field-Level Hazard Analysis—no matter what you call it, the process of stopping to identify and control hazards in your work environment is a crucial step in keeping you safe.

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Topics: health and safety, workplace tips, flagging, traffic management

Roadside Work Safety Tips

Posted by The Universal Group on Jun 10, 2019 9:00:00 AM

Although roadside work hazards vary widely depending on the type of road, driving conditions, scale and duration of the project, etc., there are a few safety tips that workers should always keep in mind.

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Topics: health and safety, workplace tips, flagging, traffic management

What it's like to take a Traffic Control Person course at Universal Health and Safety

Posted by The Universal Group on Feb 10, 2019 9:00:00 AM

WorkSafeBC requires all traffic control workers to have a Traffic Control Person (TCP) certification. This translates to a two-day course that combines classroom learning and field practice to ensure traffic control persons have the skills they need to be prepared and safe on the road. Universal Health and Safety (UHS) proudly offers the certification, and as a Universal Group company, it also offers immediate access to GOtraffic and Universal Flagging recruiters who are happy to discuss career options at the Universal Group. Here’s what it’s like to take a TCP course at UHS:

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Topics: health and safety, professional development, training, flagging, traffic management, career

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