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Training and Common Sense Key to Success in BC's Future
February 7, 2012

There’s never been a better time to get into a trade in British Columbia.

At least one million jobs are expected to open up in B.C. over the next ten years and three out of four will require some post- secondary education or skills training.

The provincial government is on a job-creation rampage, streamlining regulation and protocol in every which direction and throwing...

The Importance of Being on Site
February 7, 2012

There is a time to lead, and a time to lead closer. We all know that the idea isn’t to do everything ourselves; delegating is part of what allows our businesses to grow. We hire people or bring on team members so that they can do certain tasks that free us to do other, more important tasks. But there are times when we need to be closer to the action. Knowing the difference can make a big...

How To Lose Your Shirt In Business
February 7, 2012

One of the best ways you can protect yourself personally is to conduct business through a limited liability company. However, if you do not let your customers and suppliers know that they are dealing with a limited liability company, you can personally be on the hook. Depending on the type of work you do and the value of the contracts entered into, the potential exposure can be huge.

Elusive Ultrafine Indoor Air Contaminants Yield to NIST Analysis
February 7, 2012

Monitoring such tiny particles was made possible by NIST advances in measurement capabilities. Measurements were carried out in weeks of experiments at a 340-square- meter (1,500-square-foot) test house on the NIST campus in ...

SILICA DUST THE NEW ASBESTOS?
November 28, 2011

WorkSafeBC launched an awareness campaign in September focused on enforcing jobsite specifications around the control of airborne dust and chemical contaminates including silica dust—a substance some are referring to as “the new asbestos.”

Silica is a common substance found in sand, rock, and building materials...

CAN YOU RETRACT A DISCOUNTED INVOICE?
November 28, 2011

What happens if you discount an invoice and are not paid? Can you retract the discount and bill for the full amount? A recent decision from the BC Supreme Court shows that you may not be able to do so.

FACTS

A West Vancouver man (the “Homeowner”) entered into an agreement (the “Contract”) with a custom electronics company (the “Contractor”)...

GOALS THAT WORK
November 28, 2011

People tend to have one of two responses to the word “goals.” They get pumped or they roll their eyes; here we go again. So if you fall into the latter category, stick with me for a few minutes because there is some new information worth sharing about creating goals that work. If you’re in the first category, you’ll love this.

STANDBY GENERATOR APPLICATIONS – DATA CENTRES
November 28, 2011

Designing a standby power system for data centre applications requires the correct generator to meet load requirements and also one using the most reliable fuel source.

Diesel fuel has been the traditional choice for standby power because its high thermal efficiency typically leads to lower cost per kilowatt in most applications....

Calculating Damages When A Renovation Contract Gets Delayed
August 26, 2011

Despite the best intentions, a construction project can be delayed beyond the anticipated completion date. If the matter proceeds to litigation, the court must decide the appropriate method for determining what damages, if any, should be awarded for breach of contract. In Thai House Restaurant (North Vancouver) Ltd. v.

SMACNA-BC Summer Updates
August 26, 2011

The SMACNA-BC Board of Directors held their monthly board meeting in the Surrey office and are pleased to announce Bernie Antchak of Northwest Sheet Metal as the Association’s 2011 Vice-President.