Paradox Access Solutions Blog

A Better Future Demands Better Road Building Techniques Today

Marc Breault — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 16:30:15 GMT

For most of us, roads are long stretches of pavement that serpentine through the countryside and keep our cities organized in neat grids. But – as with anything – there’s a lot more going on beneath the surface.

6 Tips to Help You Spot Quality (and Subpar) Access Mats Like a Pro

duncan.sutherland@paradoxaccess.com (Duncan Sutherland) — Fri, 22 May 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Acquiring access mats for a project is an expensive endeavour, so making sure you get high-quality matting the first time around is important. To do so, you need to know what you're looking for.

Access Granted in Buffalo Creek: A Trailer from Paradox

taylor.doll@paradoxaccess.com (Taylor Doll) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT

In a remote northern corridor of Alberta, Paradox worked around the clock to build an 11-kilometre access road for a large North American energy company. And this wasn’t your typical road build—this road needed to be built across extremely challenging terrain, made up largely of muskeg in a sensitive wetland area.

Earth Day 2020: 8 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day and Support Climate Action from Home

taylor.doll@paradoxaccess.com (Taylor Doll) — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and this year's theme is climate action. It will be a unique celebration, as many countries around the world are observing stay-at-home orders to help flatten the COVID-19 curve. Positive environmental effects of these orders are already evident, notably bluer skies and increased wildlife activity in Canada and around the world. Sadly, adverse effects are also showing up, most significantly in the form of increased use of single-us plastics. The good and the bad all remind us that there are actions we can take to care for the earth, and what better day to reflect on these lessons than Earth Day?

Here are eight fun ways we can all participate in Earth Day 2020 from the comfort of home.

Safety During Spring Break-up

christina.schroff@paradoxaccess.com (Christina Schroff) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Spring break-up — that lovely time of year when freeze-thaw cycles abound, transforming what was once solid ground into muddy messes — is officially upon us.

In this blog post, we'll review the basics of spring break-up, how it impacts companies and workers, and — most importantly — best practices to help you maximize workplace safety when faced with these extreme conditions.

Get Your Business on Solid Ground in 2020

Marc Breault — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 13:00:00 GMT

It's 2020. Our economy is still trying to recover, the workforce now spans four generations (hello, Gen Zs), and the way business is conducted is constantly being redefined by emerging technologies... and this is only a small sample of the disruptive forces we as business owners must consider as we make decisions that will impact the future of our companies.

Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to help your business thrive in this changing environment, no matter what line of business you're in.

How to Dress for Winter Work: A Head-to-Toe Guide

christina.schroff@paradoxaccess.com (Christina Schroff) — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:00:00 GMT

While a fluffy layer of freshly-fallen snow can easily transform an average scene into an Instagram-worthy backdrop, it also presents challenges for those of us who earn our livelihoods by working in the elements.

How to Prepare Your Site and Crew for Winter Work

Marc Breault — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 12:00:00 GMT

Winter is coming... along with extreme weather and environmental conditions, which can greatly impact the productivity of companies with labour-intensive, outdoor operations. And although no one can control Mother Nature, we all have control over how we prepare for these types of conditions.