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Managing third-party risk: four steps to better contractor management

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:06:51 GMT

Managing supplier quality and third-party risk is not an easy task. The challenge often isn’t a lack of effort, but the growing complexity of managing suppliers in today’s business environment.

Globalization, evolving regulations and increasing pressure to improve operational efficiency are just a few of the factors organizations must navigate.

Operational risk management isn’t a sprint—it’s a marathon that requires a structured, multi-stage approach.

Understanding how to manage third-party risk effectively can help organizations strengthen supplier relationships, reduce operational disruptions and improve compliance.

Risky business: What’s keeping property managers up at night

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:06:19 GMT

Property owners, managers and developers know they work in a risky business. As the market expands and evolves, the challenges facing real estate operations continue to grow.

Advances in technology, shifting government regulations, environmental expectations and workplace safety responsibilities are just a few of the pressures property managers face today.

Understanding these risks—and knowing how to manage them—is essential to keeping operations running smoothly.

Workplace safety tips for commercial property managers

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:05:32 GMT

As a commercial property manager, you deal with a variety of day-to-day issues—mechanical fixes, building maintenance and unexpected tenant mishaps.

With so many potentially unsafe workplace situations, how can you keep yourself, employees and tenants safe?

Strong safety practices start with awareness, preparation and clear procedures. The following tips can help property owners and managers reduce workplace risks while keeping operations running smoothly.

Slip, trip and fall prevention

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:03:47 GMT

Woah, watch your step.

We’re kidding, there’s nothing to trip you up here. But falls at the workplace are no laughing matter. According to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), more than 42,000 workers are injured annually due to falls, representing approximately 18 percent of injuries that result in lost work time.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that violations related to fall protection standards are among the most frequently cited workplace safety violations.

Falls cause these injuries. But what leads to the falls themselves?

Slips and trips are serious workplace hazards. When left unaddressed, they can expose employees and organizations to injury, operational disruption and potential legal action.

ISO, SOC and NIST: Which framework is right for your business?

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:03:05 GMT

Standards and frameworks play an important role in helping organizations manage data protection, cybersecurity and privacy risks.

These frameworks define structured sets of rules, practices and controls that organizations implement to achieve specific objectives such as protecting sensitive information or maintaining regulatory compliance.

Many frameworks share similar goals and control areas, but choosing the right one depends on your organization’s regulatory obligations, business strategy and available resources.

This article explores the key considerations organizations should evaluate when deciding which framework is most appropriate for their operations.

CSA Z462: Preventing the dangers of arc flash and shock

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:02:27 GMT

CSA Z462 Workplace Electrical Safety, developed by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), provides requirements designed to protect individuals who may be exposed to electrical hazards in the workplace.

One of the primary risks addressed by this standard is arc flash and electrical shock, along with the preventive measures organizations should implement to reduce harm caused by unsafe electrical work.

To understand the importance of CSA Z462, it helps to first understand what an arc flash is, what causes it and why it poses such a serious danger.

7 proven ways to promote your SafeContractor badge

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:47:26 GMT

Now that you’re certified, what comes next?

5 steps for a good integrated contractor management program

Veriforce Canada — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Managing external contractors goes far beyond outsourcing part of your operations. Whether the work involves manufacturing, transportation or administrative services, contractor management requires a structured approach.

Contractors may be external to your organization, but for the duration of their work they effectively become part of your workforce. That means they must be properly supervised and integrated into the company’s safety, operational and compliance processes.

When organizations manage contractors effectively, they help ensure high-quality work while protecting the health, safety and fairness of everyone on site.

This article outlines five key steps organizations can follow to build a strong and integrated contractor management program.

How Groupe Petra elevated contractor compliance with SafeContractor

Veriforce Canada — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT

See how Groupe Petra strengthened its contractor compliance

Founded in 1986, Groupe Petra has grown from a family-run business into one of Quebec’s leading real estate groups, managing and developing over 10 million square feet of commercial, industrial and office space.

As the organization expanded, so did its operational complexity. With hundreds of contractors and subcontractors active across multiple sites, Groupe Petra’s leadership team recognized that maintaining consistent safety and compliance standards was one of its key health and safety challenges and required a more structured and scalable approach.

“We wanted to move from a reactive way of managing contractor documentation to a proactive system that gives us confidence in every company working on our sites.”

— Isabelle Valade, Director, Safety & Compliance, Groupe Petra

Navigating Canadian health and safety legislation: your guide to Bill C-251

Veriforce — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 14:00:00 GMT

On May 9, 1992, a devastating explosion at the Westray Mine in Nova Scotia claimed the lives of 26 miners. According to the Westray Mine Public Inquiry, exposed causes included “mismanagement, bureaucratic bungling, deceit, cruelty, cover-up, apathy, opportunism and cynical indifference.”¹