News - Safety

Technical safety inspections and related licence and permit services will be streamlined and improved as Manitoba’s Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) assumes the operation of the Mechanical and Engineering Branch from Manitoba Labour and Immigration.

As Manitoba’s winter recreation season begins in the north and will soon arrive in central and southern regions, snowmobilers are being urged to avoid waterways where thin ice is extremely dangerous.

The introduction of a new Manitoba Farm Building Code is expected to enhance safety on the farm and help reduce losses due to fire.

Enforcement of Manitoba’s bans on talking on hand-held electronic devices, texting while driving and smoking in vehicles with children in the car starts tomorrow, Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Steve Ashton announced today.

Provincial resources and programs will help keep Manitobans safe on the water while enjoying fun and healthy activities this summer, Healthy Living, Youth and Seniors Minister Jim Rondeau announced.

People can help protect themselves and respect nature by being bear smart at homes, cottages or campsites in or near bear country, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie said.

Manitoba Conservation reminds the public to avoid picking up or disturbing young wild animals thought to be abandoned, as they are most likely not orphaned.

Manitoba Water Stewardship and Manitoba Conservation recommend people stay off rivers and other bodies of water as the spring melt continues.

The arrival of colder weather and snow signals the start of Manitoba’s winter recreation season and outdoor enthusiasts are reminded to put safety first, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie said.

The Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture says, in the hands of skilled personnel, needle-free injectors offer a quick, safe and effective means of administering vaccines and medications to swine.