Fire prevention tips for welding, cutting and other hot work
2 minute read
The use of open-flame and spark producing devices for welding, cutting, and other hot work is one of the leading causes of fires and explosions in North America. Tasks [...]
5 tips for better password security
5 minute read
With the rising threat of cybercrime, information leaks, and data breaches, protecting your business is vital and password security plays a key role. After all, a strong password is your first line [...]
Business continuity planning
8 minute read
Entrepreneurs, small business owners, and large business managers alike need to worry about their business continuity plans. Why? Because business interruption risks are all around you — and multiplying as technology [...]
What is phishing and how can you prevent it?
5 minute read
You don’t always need a sophisticated hack to gain access to into a business’ database. In fact, all it could take is one click in an email to compromise your [...]
Fire prevention: Safely storing pallets
3 minute read
Although most often associated with warehouses, pallets can be found in nearly every industrial and commercial facility. A pallet is used to stack, store, protect, and transport heavy goods or [...]
Temporary heater safety tips
3 minute read
Temporary heaters, such as salamander heaters or radiant heaters, are common on construction sites. Unfortunately, improperly installed heaters have been the cause of many fires and many insurance claims. This [...]
Auto dealership risk management tips
3 minute read
Thefts from auto dealerships occur frequently in both urban and rural areas in Canada. Just recently, two teens were charged for stealing vehicles from an auto dealership in Manitoba. Dealerships [...]
Tire dealer liability: risk management tips
5 minute read
When customers visit your business, they expect you to service their vehicles and return them in safe working order. Despite your best efforts, accidents can still happen. Tire dealer liability [...]
Tips on how your business can plan for cyber risks
3 minute read
Cyber risks, data breaches, and cybercrime are getting more sophisticated each and every year. In 2021 alone, 104,295 Canadians were reported to be victims of cyber fraud. This resulted in [...]
The best emergency kits for your car and home
2 minute read
Kim Court, our resident catastrophe expert knows a thing or two about preparing for emergencies. Between her role as Director of Catastrophe Exposure Analysis and her time living in California [...]
