Touchback Safety Inc.

Touchback Safety Inc. Safety Training Provider, Established in 1999. We believe in working together to keep our workplace

We are committed not only to the operators safety, but also to the safety of our fellow workers as well as the general public. We train with the best interest of our clients, trainers and operators first and foremost. We will maintain a high level of professional conduct and quality training at all times thus resulting in decreasing workplace incidents and the associated costs. Our past history sh

ows our commitment to our operator’s safety! We are a safety training provider that offers the following courses:
OSSA Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
OSSA Fall Protection
OSSA Confined Space Entry & Monitor
Telehandler
Forklift
Bucket Truck
Respiratory Fit Testing
Instructor Training (Train the Trainer)

We work with Cranemasters in order to provide our clients Overhead Crane and Rigging courses.

06/05/2026

It's Ask the Instructor time!!

Each installment will highlight a question we often hear in training and break it down with clear, practical advice from our instructors. Our goal is to make safety conversations more accessible and help share knowledge that can be used on the job.

Have a safety or training question? Send it in. It may be featured in a future post!

Forklift pre-use inspections are not just about checking boxes.Small hydraulic leaks can be easy to miss, especially aro...
06/03/2026

Forklift pre-use inspections are not just about checking boxes.

Small hydraulic leaks can be easy to miss, especially around cylinders, hoses, fittings, and underneath the truck. But those small signs can point to bigger problems with equipment condition, load control, and workplace safety.

Before operating, take the extra moment to look for wet spots, drips, oily residue, or fresh puddles.

Forklifts do not moisturize. If it is leaking, report it.

Want your team to spot the details that matter? Book forklift training with us and help your operators build safer inspection habits before they get behind the controls.

Always follow your workplace procedures and applicable OHS requirements.

Harness damage is not always obvious. It “looks fine” is not the same as “safe to use.”Before a worker clips in, a harn...
06/01/2026

Harness damage is not always obvious. It “looks fine” is not the same as “safe to use.”

Before a worker clips in, a harness should be checked for more than just major tears. UV exposure, chemical contamination, loose stitching, heat damage, worn hardware, and unreadable labels can all be signs that the equipment needs a closer look.

And yes, sometimes the red flag is tiny. A little fray, a stiff patch, a mystery stain, or a buckle that does not move the way it should can tell a much bigger story.

Think of it like a pre-trip inspection for your body’s backup plan. You wouldn't ignore a warning light on your vehicle, so don't ignore warning signs on fall protection equipment!

Our Fall Protection Training helps workers understand how to inspect, fit, and use their equipment properly so they know what to look for before the work begins.

Because when you are working at heights, your harness should be more than just worn. It should be ready.

Book your Fall Protection Training with Touchback Safety.

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end, the awareness should not.Mental health is part of workplace safety eve...
05/29/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end, the awareness should not.

Mental health is part of workplace safety every day of the year. The stress, pressure, burnout, and personal challenges people carry do not disappear when the month is over.

At Touchback Safety, we believe looking out for one another means more than recognizing visible hazards. It also means noticing when someone may be struggling quietly, making space for honest conversations, and taking the time to check in.

A simple “How are you really doing?” can make a difference.

Let’s continue to build workplaces where people feel seen, supported, and safe long after Mental Health Awareness Month ends!

Summer called. It’s bringing hazards!Sure, it might still be a little chilly outside, but don’t let that fool you. The s...
05/27/2026

Summer called. It’s bringing hazards!

Sure, it might still be a little chilly outside, but don’t let that fool you. The sun is warming up, summer is creeping in, and somehow every year it feels like the jobsite is getting closer to the surface of the sun.

Now is the time to start thinking about heat stress, hydration, fatigue, and summer safety before the hot days hit full force.

Because “we’ll deal with it when it gets hot” is not exactly a safety plan.

Stay cool and train with Touchback Safety!

Before the lift, ask: WHAT?W — Weight known?Guessing is not planning. Know the actual load weight before you pick it.H —...
05/25/2026

Before the lift, ask: WHAT?

W — Weight known?
Guessing is not planning. Know the actual load weight before you pick it.

H — Height planned?
Understand how high the load needs to travel, what it may pass over, and whether there are overhead hazards.

A — Attachment confirmed?
Check the rigging, connection points, hooks, slings, chains, forks, or attachments before the load leaves the ground.

T — Terrain stable?
Soft ground, slopes, ice, debris, and uneven surfaces can change everything once the machine is under load.

A safe lift starts before the equipment moves.
Pause. Confirm. Then lift.

Confined Space Training: Why Air Testing Comes FirstOne reading at the opening is not enough.In confined space work, haz...
05/22/2026

Confined Space Training: Why Air Testing Comes First

One reading at the opening is not enough.

In confined space work, hazardous atmospheres can exist at different levels inside the space. Some gases rise. Some settle. Some collect in pockets where ventilation is poor.

That means the air near the entry point may test safe while the air deeper inside the space may not be.

Before entry, workers need to think about where the sample is being taken.

Air testing should consider:

The top, middle, and bottom of the space
Low points, corners, sumps, or pits
Areas near sludge, residue, or standing liquid
Spaces connected to pipes, valves, or process lines
Whether conditions could change during the work

Air testing comes first because it helps answer the most important question:

Is the atmosphere safe throughout the space or just at the opening?

In confined space work, the location of the reading matters.

A safe reading in one area does not guarantee a safe atmosphere everywhere.

First Aid Training Course – June 11 & 12, 2026Looking to get your team certified in First Aid? Touchback Safety is runni...
05/20/2026

First Aid Training Course – June 11 & 12, 2026

Looking to get your team certified in First Aid? Touchback Safety is running a First Aid course on June 11 and 12, and there are still spots available!

For a limited time, we’re offering 10% off when you book 3 or more students. This is a great opportunity to train multiple team members and save!

✅ Workplace-ready training
✅ Practical, hands-on learning
✅ Build confidence for real emergency situations
✅ Group discount available for 3+ students

Don’t wait, secure your team’s spot today!

Contact us to register or learn more.

05/15/2026

Congrats to this month’s $50 gift card winner! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who left us a Google review! We truly appreciate your support and feedback.

Want to be entered next month? Leave us a Google review after your training and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Thanks for choosing us for your safety training. Stay safe and good luck!

A slope does not need to be steep to affect machine stability. Add a raised boom, an extended load, uneven ground, soft ...
05/11/2026

A slope does not need to be steep to affect machine stability. Add a raised boom, an extended load, uneven ground, soft soil, or travel movement, and the machine’s balance can change faster than expected.

From the cab, the setup may feel routine until the rear end gets light, the machine leans, the load shifts, or the ground gives way.

Before lifting or travelling, stop and ask:

What changes when the boom goes up?
What changes when the load reaches out?
Is there a safer way to set up?

Professional operators do not wait for the machine to feel unstable. They plan before it gets there.

Stability starts before the lift.

Address

16119 121a Avenue
Edmonton, AB
T5V1H1

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17804555573

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