Travel lifts (used in marinas and industrial settings) fall under the category of lifting devices in Ontario’s Industrial Establishments Regulation (Reg. 851). Pre-Start Health and Safety Review (PSR): Inspection & Certification: Here’s a comprehensive crane inspection checklist tailored to Ontario regulations and CSA standards (e.g., CSA Z150 for mobile cranes and CSA Z248 for towerContinue reading “🚤 Travel Lifts and Other Lifting Devices”
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Insurance policy Description of Operations
Why is this so Important? The Description of Operations describes the Activities, Products, Business types or categories, Property type and Professions, you are covered for. It forms the basis of the policy and is one of the most often, incorrect part of the policy. To put it simply, if the Description of Operations does notContinue reading “Insurance policy Description of Operations”
MTO rules for vehicles that require a CVOR
If you operate a commercial vehicle in Ontario, you must have a valid CVOR certificate. Keep your information up to date and carry your certificate (or a copy) in each commercial motor vehicle operated under the CVOR certificate. You will be required to show your certificate to enforcement or police officers during an inspection. InContinue reading “MTO rules for vehicles that require a CVOR”
Dry Hydrants for Fire Fighting in rural areas
Municipalities are enforcing the Ontario Fire Code, requiring Dry Hydrants, to be installed in areas, that do not have pressurized fire hydrants or municipal watermains. The easiest way to faze this in, is to require the installation of the system when you apply for a new building permit, in a commercial setting or residential development.Continue reading “Dry Hydrants for Fire Fighting in rural areas”
Boosting Revenue and Client Retention
Increase your revenue by offering more than – rent a lot to park a trailer or slip to moor a boat. By offering more to your clients, you increase client retention, referrals and income. This may seem like an intuitive first step, but many businesses overlook the importance of making their customers happy. As simpleContinue reading “Boosting Revenue and Client Retention”
Marina safety and emergency preparedness
Accidents happen and when they do, how well you are prepared, will make a big difference on mitigating the damage and managing the situation. From people getting injured or suddenly sick to fuel spills, sunken boats, wind damage and fires. In this article I’m going to talk about launching boats. Weather the marina is launchingContinue reading “Marina safety and emergency preparedness”
Be Ready for The Next Boating Season — Power Boating Magazine
Some boaters have the chance to sail all year round. In many places in Canada, however, the winter season forces pleasure boaters to set aside navigation activities for several months until spring or even early summer. In this context, here are some suggestions to keep you dreaming of the return of good weather while avoiding… BeContinue reading “Be Ready for The Next Boating Season — Power Boating Magazine”
Big Ticket Items For Your Wishlist — Power Boating Magazine
The Perfect Drone It seems everywhere you turn today someone has a drone. It’s probably a safe bet the drone doesn’t produce the same high-quality video and images as the DJI Mavic 3 drone. The Mavic 3 is the first comprehensive upgrade of the series in three years by offering better performance and photography from… BigContinue reading “Big Ticket Items For Your Wishlist — Power Boating Magazine”
Marina Insurance
Marina ownership is a big investment with many variables in business activities and risk. The right insurance policy covers all aspects of your business to insure that in the event of a loss, you will be compensated and will be able to continue running your business. Fuel contamination, Lift – crane or hoist incidents, MechanicalContinue reading “Marina Insurance”
Recreation Business Insurance 