In 2022 our industry has faced numerous major challenges, including the lack of notice on chemical price increases, manufacturers invoking force majeure to absolve themselves of contractual obligations, and shortages of chemicals, packaged goods, and employees. COVID, of course, has been fundamental to many of the challenges. Despite the headwinds, in our 30th year …
FloChem is pleased to announce Mike Brown has joined the company as Industry Manager. Mike is available to FloChem customers to solve any challenges relating to choosing the right chemical at Industry leading value. FloChem is a leader in chemical formulation and distribution. Mike has expertise in commodity and formulated specialty solutions that can help …
In addition, Jared Harris joins the FloChem team as senior of inside sales. As a recent graduate from the University of Guelph, Jared brings strong problem-solving skills to help support the sales team. While studying in the Bio-Resource Management program, Jared specialized in economics and climate change science. He developed a keen interest in pesticide …
Motor-vehicle incidents (MVIs) are the leading cause of traumatic workplace fatalities in Ontario. If you have employees who drive for work, whether it is a commercial vehicle, company vehicle, or personal vehicle, you need to manage the risks associated with driving. To help employers understand their obligations when it comes to road safety and how …
As part of our commitment to developing innovative solutions and constant and never ending improvement (CANEI), FloChem recently attended two important industry events. Pittsburgh Chemical Day has grown to become the largest one-day event in the chemical industry and is perceived as one of the industry’s most informative and influential annual events. Its mission is …
Effective July 1, 2019, amendments to various provisions of Regulation 851 (Industrial Establishments) have been approved to help modernize workplace health and safety requirements. These legislative changes will specifically increase flexibility in our industry in the following ways: The amendments allow the use of antidotes, flushing fluids or washes instead of eyewash fountains or emergency …
The Government of Canada is committed to improving road safety in order to keep all Canadian road users safe. Commercial driver fatigue is a long-standing road safety issue, and that’s why the Government is taking new measures to address the issue. This new requirement will come into force on June 12, 2021, and will replace …
Treating digital dermatitis with tetracycline has long been a standard approach, but now is the time to seek alternative methods of treatment, starting with proper identification and prevention. The new regulations on tetracycline that took effect on Dec. 1, 2018, may have an effect on dairy farmers’ approach to treating digital dermatitis on their farm. …
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You can now use Transport Canada’s ERAP online services (EOS) to create, view or edit an ERAP application. What is an ERAP? An emergency response assistance plan (ERAP) describes what to do in the event of a release or anticipated release of certain higher-risk dangerous goods while they are in transport. Each plan is specific …