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Frequently Asked Questions About Tap Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Tap Report

You asked, we answered! Here are our responses to some of the most common questions from Tap Report users: Do I need to keep paper logbooks of fire equipment? According to NFPA 10 Section 7.2.4.2, readily accessible electronic records are acceptable as a replacement for keeping paper logbooks. Can monthly inspection intervals be completed over varying periods of time? Sometimes, monthly intervals can be misinterpreted to mean that inspections for two consecutive months are completed within days of each other. For example, one inspection could be completed on September 30th and the next on October 1st. Although these inspections technically took place within each month, an interval of only one day elapsed in between, which does not meet the code requirements for an inspection interval of 30 days. Some equipment, like First Aid Kits, will have intervals that may vary according to how frequently occupants are coming within close proximity of the kit, and can range from weekly to monthly.

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Sanitation Inspections: What You Need to Know in our “New Normal”

Sanitation Inspections: What You Need to Know in our “New Normal”

Sanitation inspections and cleans are at the core of ensuring health and life safety in built environments. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we clean and disinfect buildings and the standard of service that we expect. This is why we believe that the documentation and signing off on inspections is more important now, than ever before .  We are in the middle of a global pandemic. As we get ready to return to the workplace, we know it’ll be different. Take a moment to think about your journey to your desk; how many people you’ll pass; how many things you’ll touch, such as your car steering wheel or transit handles, elevator buttons and door handles. Now think about your movement during the day, from your desk, to kitchen, back to desk, to meeting room, to washroom, to food court, back to your desk etc. You touch A LOT of things. In this sense, it’s difficult to keep track of what’s been cleaned, when and by whom.  As a result, sanitation inspections have been impacted in two main way

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Fire Emergency Systems in High-Rise Buildings

Fire Emergency Systems in High-Rise Buildings

When it comes to fire safety, high-rise buildings must be specially equipped to prevent a disaster from occurring.  Without proper fire emergency systems in your high-rise building, a minor incident could rapidly escalate into a major tragedy. To protect your building and ensure the safety of occupants, strict guidelines must be followed by building staff.  Regular inspections are an absolute must to ensure these guidelines are being followed, keeping your building safe.  Here are the most common requirements for fire emergency systems in high-rise buildings:  Elevators are to be controlled by a keyed switch  A designated firefighter’s elevator must be present in the building  Smoke shaft, exhaust system and/or windows must act as means of ventilation from each floor area to outdoors  Sprinklers must be installed throughout the building; see this post for sprinkler valve inspection requirements In the event that any of the fire alarm and sprinkler systems are off-line for

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Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips, trips and falls are among the leading causes of injury in Ontario workplaces. As a result, the Ministry of Labour will be completing blitz inspections from March to July, looking for hazards that could lead to slips, trips and falls. What will the MOL look for: A well-documented health and safety program Hazard awareness and prevention training for slips, trips and falls (i.e. posted warnings, working at heights program and training etc.) Evidence that you’ve taken precautions to reduce risks To reduce injuries, inspections should be completed regularly to identify and remediate hazards. Things you should look for during your inspections, especially in high-traffic areas: Slippery surfaces – spills, seasonal hazards such as snow and ice Unsecured mats – mats can sometimes roll up and create a tripping hazard Uneven surfaces Debris Poor lighting Poor housekeeping and obstructions to walkways Protruding cords or cables How to prevent injury: Slip-resis

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Custodian Management Case Study

Custodian Management Case Study

"Tap Report has helped us by making sure the required inspections are completed, reducing our risks and ensuring compliance." Provide a description of yourself and your company.  Jamie Swartz, Custodian Lead at  Gordon Food Service. Gordon Food Service is a foodservice distributor with large facilities across Canada and the United States.  What do you use Tap Report for?  We use Tap Report for fire extinguisher inspections, sanitation inspections, refrigeration inspections, and heath and safety inspections at our facilities.  How has Tap Report helped you maintain your facilities?  Tap Report has helped us by making sure the required inspections are completed, reducing our risks and ensuring compliance.   As a manager, what do you find most valuable about Tap Report?  Making sure the inspections are completed on time is the most valuable aspect of Tap Report in my opinion. It ensures compliance, mitigating our risks.   What do you think has improved the most

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