Ensuring the safety and reliability of your shop stands is crucial for maintaining a secure and efficient workspace. Regular inspections not only comply with safety regulations but also extend the lifespan of your equipment. Here’s a comprehensive guide to inspecting your shop stands, aligning with Grizzly Inspections’ commitment to excellence. Why Inspect Your Shop Stands? […]

Under Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code, there is no specific regulation that explicitly mandates non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections for telehandlers. However, general provisions in the OHS Code, as well as industry standards and manufacturer guidelines, may imply inspection requirements to ensure the safe operation of such equipment. Here are the key relevant points:

We get calls into Grizzly Inspections all the time asking if they need to get a structural inspection done on their forklift every year. Well lets take a look at what the Alberta OHS code says regarding forklifts. Forklifts are piece because they aren’t specifically talked about in the Alberta OHS code regarding inspections. However,

Cranes are an important tool used by many different industries within Edmonton, Alberta. As we try to completely eliminate workplace fatalities, the tools that we use need to be at the highest level of safety. In this blog we are going to talk about the requirements of the 10 year boom disassembly inspection for cranes.

The use of cranes is vital in numerous industries, including construction, manufacturing, and logistics. These powerful machines enable the lifting and transportation of heavy loads, contributing to the efficiency and productivity of various operations. However, when it comes to newly mounted cranes, it becomes crucial to prioritize safety and reliability through comprehensive stability testing. This

Crane load blocks and hooks are an essential component of any crane. They are used to support the weight of the load being lifted and are subjected to significant stresses during use. As with any equipment, load blocks can suffer from wear and tear over time, which can affect their performance and ultimately compromise the

With the constant advancements in technology, the demand for reliable and efficient cellular networks continues to grow. As a result, cell tower structures often require modifications to accommodate new equipment or increase capacity. However, when it comes to modifying these critical infrastructures, ensuring structural integrity becomes paramount. One crucial aspect of this process is thorough

Cranes are powerful machines used in a variety of industries to lift and move heavy objects. They are essential for construction, manufacturing, and shipping operations, but they can also pose significant safety risks if not properly maintained and inspected. In Edmonton, crane inspections are a crucial part of ensuring the safety of workers and the

So you were doing your daily inspection on your equipment and you notice what looks like a crack in a weld. What should you do next? A lot of people would think you should call the welder right away and get it repaired. But that would be the wrong sequence in this situation. Welding the

If you own a Digger Derrick or Bucket Truck you probably already know about Dielectric Testing. But for those that are new to it, Dielectric testing is a method used to determine the insulating capabilities of the fiberglass sections of a boom. For equipment that is used near high voltage lines you are required to