Database of checklists
Nimonik has launched a valuable database of checklists for many industrial purposes atΒ http://www.WikiChecklists.com. The checklists vary from 5S quality standards to safety inspections and environmental legal requirements. Β They are soliciting additional contributions. Isn’t it hard to remember how we did things before the Internet?
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Introduction With the arrival of vacation, cottage and horse show season in Southwestern Ontario, this may be a good time for you to review your insurance policies with your broker. This guide will provide you with a primer on what you need to consider when purchasing an insurance policy for items that you tow; whether...
Continue reading the post titled Ready to Roll β Trailer Insurance Basics for the Open RoadTaxonomy, Critical to Biodiversity. Really.
Taxonomy is the science that accurately identifies, classifies and documents plant and animal species.Β It provides the βlanguageβ through which we can study biodiversity. Itβs an exciting time for taxonomy, as advances in computer technology and genetic techniques change the pace at which taxonomic information becomes available.
Continue reading the post titled Taxonomy, Critical to Biodiversity. Really.Slow Death by Rubber Duck
People rapidly absorb toxic chemicals from even two daysβ exposure to typical consumer products, and governments don't protect us.
Continue reading the post titled Slow Death by Rubber DuckNew Rules on QPs
The MOE has pushed ahead with its regulation to restrict Environmental Site Assessments to professional engineers and geoscientists, as of October, 2009. O. Reg. 66/08 amends the definition of Qualified Person in O. Reg. 153/04. This will exclude agrologists and technologists, who now perform some ESAs. Some minor changes come into force immediately, allowing engineers...
Continue reading the post titled New Rules on QPsFeed in Tariff update for renewable energy
Wind and Solar Tariffs Reduced New Emphasis on Community Power–10% of Capacity Set Aside Substantial Increase in Inflation Adjustment for Biomass and Biogas Program Moves to Annual Review Possible New Renewable Targets No Word on Connection Barriers and Inclusion of New Technologies Paul Gipe has graciously allowed us to publish his analysis of the long...
Continue reading the post titled Feed in Tariff update for renewable energyGoodbye to Nanticoke, and all that coal
January 8 marked the last day of operation of the Nanticoke Generating Station, the last operating coal-fired electrical generating facility in southern Ontario. This latest shut down will help mark 2014 as the year Ontario will become a coal-free jurisdiction. Nanticoke was once the worst air polluter in Canada, and closing it is one of...
Continue reading the post titled Goodbye to Nanticoke, and all that coalMinimum Wage increasing on October 1, 2015
Employers in Ontario should take note that effective October 1, 2015, the minimum wage in Ontario is increasing. The general minimum wage will increase from $11.00/hour to $11.25/hour. Student minimum wage will increase from $10.30/hour to $10.55/hour. Liquor serversβ minimum wage will increase from $9.55/hour to $9.80. For more information, visit the Ministry of Labourβs...
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Conserve water: us? Ontario residents and businesses have never worried much about conserving water; as a result, we are among the worldβs most wasteful water users: a drowning 260 litres per person per day. Calls for voluntary conservation have had little effect. Now, water conservation rules are being tightened.
Continue reading the post titled Better Ontario toiletsHave an opinion on Ontario's energy future?
Ontario is asking for the publicβs input on its long-term energy plan. The Ministry of Energy has posted a 10-question survey to gather feedback on a 20-year supply plan. Β The key issue is how to balance short-term cost increases with long-term improvements in, for example, a smarter grid and increased renewable generation. The survey also...
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