It is important to look beyond health and safety systems and understand how employees perceive health and safety at the workplace. BCMSA is now offering a Safety Culture Survey. The survey will enable your organization to monitor and improve workers awareness towards occupational health and safety. This service includes: Secure link to the survey Report […]
Join us for a 30-minute lunch and learn webinar on Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) Evaluations. This webinar is for new JOHSC members and for members needing a refresher. The webinar will highlight key pieces of an evaluation: Regulatory Requirements Benefits Tools and Resources How to stay on track The webinar will be […]
Aaryn Secker, Director of Education and Training at Canadian Mental Health Association will discuss burnout as an occupational phenomenon. Join us Tuesday, September 13th from 11:30am-12:10pm. Can’t attend? The session will be recorded. Ensure you register for access to the recording. To register, click here. If you have any questions, contact Rasleen Hans, Senior Occupational […]
Job Opportunity: Safety Advisor – City of Kelowna
Summer heat can result in serious consequences for both outdoor and indoor workers. Learn how to reduce the risk of heat stress in your workplace. Join Prescillia (Percy) Chua, Risk Analysis Unit Manager and Occupational Hygienist at WorkSafeBC to discuss current regulatory requirements, available resources, and other WorkSafeBC initiatives related to occupational heat exposure. Join […]
BCMSA is committed to sharing information and resources that can help prevent injuries in the workplace. We recommend sharing the below safety alert within your organization and focusing on measures that can prevent this type of incident. To facilitate the conversation, below are additional resources: WorkSafeBC: Fire, Explosion, and contact with electricity in damaged electric […]
BCMSA and EHS Analytics have designed a Safety Dashboard for industry. The dashboard allows employers to analyze and compare statistics to identify health and safety priorities. The dashboard is free for those in local government classification unit 753004. Join us Thursday, June 23rd from 2:00-2:45pm as we review the dashboard. Cant attend? The session will be […]
Asbestos exposure remains the number one killer of workers in B.C. Identify asbestos properly, remove it safely and follow safe work procedures. Do your job, do it right and protect everyone from the dangers of asbestos. All workers must be aware of the potential hazards, and understand and follow the controls necessary to prevent exposure. […]
On September 1, 2021, amendments to the OHS Regulation Part 8 (safety headgear) came into effect. WorkSafeBC has posted new information and resources to support their efforts to engage workers and employers on the amendments. The Safety Headgear page has been updated with additional information on risk management, rights and responsibilities, and choosing the right type of […]
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