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SSM – Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19) The health and safety of our employees, contractors, students and clients is a top priority for Safety Services Manitoba. Our classes will all continue to operate as normal at this time. We are actively addressing...
Operation Red Nose 2019 Holiday Season Numbers
Thank you to all of the volunteers, local sponsors and Provincial Sponsors: Manitoba Public Insurance Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Intact Insurance Canada Life Prairie Mobile Communications City...
SSM Office Closure Dates
Safety Services Manitoba's Office will be closed on the following dates: Friday Dec. 20 at Noon Monday Dec. 23 - Friday Dec. 27 Our offices re-open on Monday Dec. 30 at 7:30 am. Tuesday Dec. 31 Noon - Wednesday Jan. 1
Client Survey 2019 – What are People Saying about SSM
In our recent Client Survey, we asked our occupational clients what impact Safety Services Manitoba’s training and/or consulting services had on their workplace? Here is what they had to say: It makes our team up to date on regulations and safety. It makes my job...
Join SSM in supporting Return to Work Conference 2019
SSM is proud to sponsor the Return to Work 2019...
Stepping Up for Pedestrian Safety
According to MPI stats, an average of 190 pedestrian accidents occurs each year in Winnipeg. Both motorists and pedestrians are responsible for taking the proper steps to ensure their safety on the road, but drivers have the additional responsibility to yield the...
Protecting Young Workers
SAFE Work Manitoba stats show that nearly 5,000 young workers are injured every year in Manitoba. The summer months are key for young workers looking to enter the workforce or trying to save up some money during the school year - and this influx of young workers...
Pump the Brakes on Speeding
Fines are often double when driving in a designated construction zone Manitoba has some of the highest speeding fines in North America, and just because workers aren't present doesn't mean you won't get fined for speeding in construction zones. Reduced speed limits...
Fall Protection and Roofing Safety
Falls can happen quickly and may take you by surprise Falls account for about 15% of all injuries and fatalities in Manitoba (SAFE Work Manitoba stats) - which is why fall protection equipment is so important. Workers who will work at heights need to be properly...
Get a Grip on Bike Safety
Safety tips for riding your bike this summer Warmer weather means more people will be enjoying outdoor activities like biking - even using them as a form of transportation to commute to and from work, home and school. With an increase in cyclists on the road,...