Warmer months are a great time to reassess disaster readiness for “predictable” condo emergencies. The time to start preparing for these risks is always now in order to best prevent suffering later.
Risk management and disaster planning for most properties has a lot to do with where a property is located, but very generally, the main hazards to plan for include fire, flooding, tornados, earthquakes and severe storms. Condo managers have to ensure they are properly prepared for these “predictable” hazards. »READ MORE
It was a water main replacement pushed M & E Engineering to dig deep within its expertise to bring relief to a Southern Ontario neighbourhood. »READ MORE
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How to make buildings truly “smart”
We all hear a lot about smart buildings – so much that you’d think they were everywhere. But when you look at the data, it seems that most buildings are as dull-witted as ever. »READ MORE
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: The duty to accommodate disabled residents
In October of 2016, a disabled resident requested that automatic door openers be installed at the building front entrance to allow him to easily enter the building while using his scooter, walker or cane. The resident’s initial request and a subsequent request by the resident’s lawyer were ignored. Lessons from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario's recent decision on this case focus on a residential property's obligations to accommodate disabled residents. »READ MORE
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