Blog & News - e-WorkSAFE EHS Software Incident Management Electrical Safety

Welcome to the Blog. This will be a space where we share thoughts and ideas on the topic of workplace electrical safety and the broader asset maintenance arena. Our goal is to be insightful, enlightening, thought-provoking and maybe even a bit entertaining.

Workplace electrical safety is important to us and we’re passionate about working towards eliminating injuries and fatalities. Our mission at e-WorkSAFE is to create solutions that keep workers safe and keep companies compliant and productive.

Jun

Solving the Real EHS Challenges in Today’s Workplaces

June 18, 2025Blog

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leaders are facing a complex and evolving landscape – one where compliance is only part of the picture. A recent report highlights that 67% of safety professionals struggle to build and maintain effective EHS programs, and 66% say staying on top of regulatory changes is a constant challenge. Perhaps most...

Jun

e-WorkSAFE to support G7 Kananaskis 2025 Leaders’ Summit

June 11, 2025News

We are thrilled to announce that our team has been tapped to provide electrical safety services at the G7 Kananaskis 2025 Leaders’ Summit. As leaders and representatives from around the world gather to discuss and shape global policies, everything must run flawlessly – including the power. We understand that electrical safety is not just about...

Apr

April 28 – National Day of Mourning

April 28, 2025News

Today, we honor the memory of workers who have tragically lost their lives, been injured, or fallen ill due to workplace accidents. We also remember their families, friends, and colleagues who are forever impacted by these tragedies. In 2024, 14 workers in New Brunswick lost their lives, with hundreds more injured in workplace accidents. In...

Apr

Electrical Safety in Mining: Key Takeaways from the Mining Electrical Safety Forum

April 9, 2025News

Today, Mike Doherty (Blue Arc) and Victor Evans (e-WorkSAFE) had the opportunity to speak at the Mining Electrical Safety Forum hosted by Workplace Safety North, sharing insights on the topic:“Quality Risk Assessments for Electrical Tasks” In today’s industrial and mining sectors, safety isn’t just about following policies – it’s about using the right tools to turn...

Apr

Electrical Safety for Telecom Technicians: What You Need to Know

April 4, 2025Blog

Telecom technicians play a critical role in keeping our communication systems running smoothly, whether installing fiber-optic networks or maintaining cellular infrastructure. However, working in the telecom field also brings a unique set of electrical safety risks that can’t be ignored. From low-voltage systems to potential contact with energized electrical panels, telecom professionals often find themselves...

Apr

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – The Quiet Danger of Electrical Work

April 1, 2025Blog

Not effectively de-energizing equipment prior to maintenance is a major cause of electrical injuries. LOTO procedures are designed to prevent unexpected energization and protect workers from electrocution, arc flash, and equipment hazards. However, shortcuts, inadequate training, or absent verification steps frequently result in serious occasionally deadly incidents. What Is LOTO? Lockout/Tagout refers to the process...

Mar

e-WorkSAFE Speaking at STAC 2025 for Telecom Technicians

March 30, 2025News

We’re excited to announce that e-WorkSAFE will be a featured speaker at the 2025 Structure, Tower & Antenna Council (STAC) Conference -Canada’s premier annual event focused on telecom tower safety and infrastructure innovation. Taking place this spring, the STAC Conference is the only national event dedicated exclusively to the safety, standards, and evolving needs of telecom...

Mar

e-WorkSAFE Welcomes New Partner: Perspect Analytics Inc.

March 27, 2025News

We’re thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with Perspect Analytics bringing together cutting-edge technology to revolutionize safety management for frontline trades and technicians. By integrating the power of e-WorkSAFE’s field-level hazard assessment tools with Perspect Analytics’ advanced data modeling and predictive risk analysis, we’re setting a new standard for proactive safety management in the electrical, industrial,...

Mar

e-WorkSAFE Speaking at the Mining Electrical Safety Conference 2025 in Sudbury, ON, Canada

March 15, 2025News

e-WorkSAFE is proud to announce that Victor Evans, P.Eng., will be co-presenting at the 2025 Mining Electrical Safety Conference, hosted by Workplace Safety North in Sudbury, Ontario. Joining Victor will be Mike Doherty, renowned electrical safety expert and founder of Blue Arc Electrical Safety Technologies. Together, they will lead a highly anticipated session titled: “Quality...