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BCMSA AUDIT TOOL Certified External or Internal Auditors, or internal auditor candidates, are required to submit a Notice of Audit form prior to receiving the audit tool key at least 2 weeks prior to the audit start date. Submit your Notice of Audit form to Dale Seth, COR Program Administrator (dseth@bcmsa.ca). To help you prepare for your Audit, the Large Employer Audit Spreadsheet Printable Nov 2016 (3183 downloads) Includes the documents, obse…
This course is for drivers who may never have been instructed on the proper way to conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles. This course is for all vehicles that are National Safety Code compliant including both air brakes equipped and hydraulic brakes equipped vehicles. The theory portion of this course focusses on National Safety Code requirements for all drivers and supervisors, and includes review of the 16 standards of the Nati…
This course is for new operators getting ready to challenge the BC Crane Safe Folding Boom Cranes 22 tons and Under test. Course content includes the following: Theory for crane operations, Crane certification, Reading load charts, Hand signals and relaying hand signals, Calculating loads to be lifted, Knowing the crane capacity, Basic rigging of loads, Proper rigging requirements, Using hydraulics, Pre-trip safety inspection of both the truck an…
JOB OPPORTUNITY BULLETIN Human Resources and Safety Officer (Temporary Full-time) Competition #20-33 September 22, 2020 The City of Langley, a community of 27,000 people positioned in a rapidly growing area, is widely known as an award-winning city. Strategically located in Metro Vancouver, it has a vibrant community spirit and an inspiring vision of being “The Place To Be” now and in the future. The City of Langley has an exceptional opportuni…
Covid-19 has redefined the workplace and brought unprecedented psychological and psycho-social impacts to workers and organizations. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety predicts significant impacts on future work disability. We are already noticing increased workplace conflict and higher levels of anxiety, substance use, and depression in the Canadian workforce. The financial impacts in the workplace can include increased absen…
Diana Vissers CEO Work to Wellness – Occupational Health Consultant MA (Disability Management), MCVP (F), RRP Through Work to Wellness, Diana Vissers has been solving workplace mental health problems for individuals and organizations since 1999. At the heart of Work to Wellness is passion for helping people and their workplaces thrive. This includes assessing and solving individual needs and helping employers understand their role and responsibil…
Click here to add your own text Project blurb and goals. Register now for our 5 – Part Expert Led Webinar Series to better equip you to mitigate the psychological impacts of COVID-19 in the workplace. Can’t attend on the date of the webinar? Register anyways for access to a recorded copy! Diana Vissers will host this introductory session where she will examine the workplace impacts of Covid-19 and introduce tools to detect and recognize mental he…
If you believe that your life or someone else’s life is in danger please call 9-1-1. You can also contact https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/get-help. Or call “310-6789”-no area code- it’s free and available 24 hours/day. Suicide hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE. Information provided here is not intended to replace medical care, advice, or assessment or legal advice. Work to Wellness specializes in workplace mental health through education, workplace needs asses…
A joint venture between the BCMSA, BC Common Ground Alliance, BC Construction Safety Alliance, Public Works Association of BC, Technical Safety BC, and WorkSafeBC, this award was created as a way to recognize municipalities who follow safe underground disturbance practices. Recognizing local governments for activities that improve ground disturbance, safe excavation techniques and best practice at or around underground infrastructure, in the year…
This course is for drivers who are responsible for securing a load on a vehicle prior to it leaving the yard. This course includes the following: North American load securement standards, Division 35 of the BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations, Load securement devices, Checking the load securement devices prior to using them, How many tie-downs are required, Unitizing loads, Belly wrapping loads, Securing heavy equipment on decks, Using synchs includ…
Across Canada, April 28 has been designated the Day of Mourning. Workers, families, employers, and communities across the province come together each year to remember those who have lost their lives on the job, and to renew our commitment to creating healthy and safe workplaces. Please note that due to the COVID-19 outbreak, WorkSafeBC has made the difficult decision to cancel the Vancouver Day of Mourning ceremony at Jack Pool Plaza. They will b…
In partnership with FIORE group the BCMSA is proud to launch two new online training courses. Employees can learn anywhere -Online learning can begin right away -Employers save money and eliminate travel expenses -Interactive and dynamic content keeps people up-to-date and interested -Easy to use and navigate online -Workers learn at their own pace with unlimited access 24/7! COURSE OVERVIEW The purpose of this Respectful Conduct in the Workplace…
In an abundance of caution the PWABC and BCMSA will be cancelling the Joint Annual Conference and Trade Show originally slated for September 20-23, 2020 in Richmond. The health and safety of our members, speakers, guests, and staff is our primary objective. This decision is based on the advice and recommendations from both the federal and provincial Ministries of Health and the Chief Medical Officer of Health, as well as our continued monitoring …
2020 Joint Annual Conference and Trade Show Cancelled In an abundance of caution the PWABC and BCMSA will be cancelling the Joint Annual Conference and Trade Show originally slated for September 20-23, 2020 in Richmond. The health and safety of our members, speakers, guests, and staff is our primary objective. This decision is based on the advice and recommendations from both the federal and provincial Ministries of Health and the Chief Medical O…
The BCMSA is proud to announce the launch of our Virtual Online Training Platform. Same amazing content, new delivery model! The Virtual training will mirror our in-person classroom training sessions where employees will be able to access online courses remotely and interact with an instructor via Zoom technology. This training will help our municipalities remain current with WorkSafeBC regulations. Until the COVID-19 pandemic subsides all Virtua…
BCMSA in partnership with Work to Wellness, will be running a series of virtual workshops to help employees manage the Stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial 8 workshops will be offered at no cost to organizations and will be on a first come first serve basis. Any subsequent sessions will be offered for $300 per workshop. These sessions will be provided in small groups per organization up to 10 people per workshop. This 70 minute vi…
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COURSE CATALOGUE BCMSA training helps bring your health & safety goals to life. We deliver courses for our members (municipalities) when they request them. If there are any sessions with seats available they will be shown on the Classroom Calendar. BCMSA Courses and Costs Please note: There may be additional charges for travel. Prices listed below are for members of the BC Municipal Safety Association (Local Government employers who are part of t…
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BCMSA Response to COVID-19 At the BCMSA, the health and safety of our members, facilitators and BCMSA team is our top priority. In the current environment, it’s important for all of us to monitor the rapidly evolving situation involving the coronavirus or COVID-19, so we thought it would be helpful to provide an update on how we are responding at the BCMSA. We are monitoring for updates and will share them with you as available. Training: If you …
This course is for drivers who operate air brake equipment and have not been through air brake or pre-trip inspection training for several years or drivers who need a refresher in pre‑trip inspections. This course is also beneficial for drivers who need a refresher in air brakes because of National Safety Code violations or Motor Vehicle Accidents where air brake adjustments could have been a factor. This course consists of the following: Theory …
Course content covers the following: Theory: Worksafe BC requirements for mobile equipment, Basic machine operations, Pre-trip and safety inspections, Refuelling, Cutting grass and proper patterns, Operating on steep hills, Avoiding water hazards on the fields, Cutting around hazards, Hazards to avoid when cutting grass and moving the mower, Backlapping for reel mowers, Washing the machines, Trailering the machine to the job sites, Proper load se…
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Request for Proposal: 20-01 Psychological Health & Safety Training The BC Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) requires a variety of learning products to provide the education needed to support a cultural change within organizations that will support a Psychologically Healthy and Safe workplace as well as reduce incident frequency, duration and overall claims costs. We require a service provider for a number of psychological health and safety tra…
Sponsor & Exhibitor Registration is Open Now! Our annual Joint Conference and Trade Show is presented as a partnership between the BC Municipal Safety Association and the Public Works Association of BC. Combining the key strengths and areas of expertise of each of our associations elevates the quality and value of the conference experience. Our conference is a two-day event of presentations and panels featuring over 50 presenters from across Nort…
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BC Municipal Safety Association Announcing Strategic Partnership with MyWorkplaceHealth The BC Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) and MyWorkplaceHealth have partnered to help address the gap in knowledge around Psychological Health and Safety in the workplace. Together we will work to provide the education, tools and resources needed to support a culture change within organizations that will support a Psychologically Healthy and Safe workplace….
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New videos highlight the hazards of potential and kinetic energy and how employers can reduce the risks Three new videos aimed at manufacturing employers and workers describe potential and kinetic energy, and the hazards associated with them. Potential energy is energy that is stored in an object and can be dangerous to workers when released unexpectedly. Kinetic energy is energy that is generated by an object in motion and may still be present i…
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Course content includes: WorkSafe BC regulations pertaining to mobile equipment, Motor Vehicle Act, National Safety Code, WorkSafe BC Regulations, Basics of air brakes, Pre-trip inspection of truck, Pre-trip inspection of the vactor-flushtruck, Vactor operations, Jet rodder operations, Root cutting, Hydro-digging, Dumping the hopper, Seat belt use, Starting the auxiliary engine, Filling with water and where it is permitted, Use of a fire hydrant,…
Job ID: 20200442 Company: Coast Mountain Bus Company Ltd Location: Greater Vancouver Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Marketing Statement As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service…
Job ID 20200209 Company Coast Mountain Bus Company Ltd Location Greater Vancouver Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Marketing Statement As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service ar…
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Course Overview: In our busy world, we try to cram so much in that we constantly cut back on sleep, and it’s at the expense of our health, safety, performance and relationships. Can we sustain the pace we’ve set for ourselves? Research says….NO! This session will deliver an understanding of the structure and necessity of sleep, the impact of light exposure, the consequences of fatigue impairment and practical personal strategies Provided by: Sola…
This course includes the following information: Choosing to drive in adverse weather conditions, Being ready to drive in adverse conditions, Having the vehicle ready, Steering control in ice and snow, Proper braking techniques, Following distances, Using anti-lock braking systems, Reading the road surface, Using lights, Speed control, Lane position, Negotiating intersections, Negotiating hills and steep grades, Using 4-wheel drive, Using all-whee…
This course is for supervisors and managers within municipalities to ensure they have a good understanding of the regulations and rules that control the transportation industry regardless of the operation. Course content explores all aspects of the National Safety Code Compliance for supervisors and managers as well as the responsibilities for compliance for vehicles, drivers, hours of service, and all safety requirements such as load securement,…
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Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program (MWSCP) This certificate program provides municipal workers with training on key elements of OH&S in a public works environment. The program is offered in a convenient three-day format that can be scheduled consecutively, if desired. Students could receive up to 2.4 EOCP CEU’s upon program completion. The MWSCP Certificate will be provided to students who complete all required courses, and an additional…
Course description: The purpose of this Respectful Conduct in the Workplace for Managers Training Program is to provide all managers and supervisors with skills and information that will allow them to understand their legal responsibility in fostering a respectful workplace. The program will also provide participants with skills to be able to describe the forms of workplace bullying and harassment, have an increased awareness of those behaviours …
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Course Overview: This WorkSafeBC approved two-day training session is designed to qualify those who work as high-risk Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) throughout the province of BC. This comprehensive, 2-day course consists of classroom and practical training and is the only standardized program of its kind acceptable to WorkSafeBC under Section 18 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation for high-risk traffic control. Requirements: Student…
Course Overview: This WorkSafeBC approved 1-day training session is designed to re-certify those who work as high-risk Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) throughout the province of BC. Requirements: Students may not be more than 10 minutes late to either day of instruction. Students must achieve 80% or higher on the written examination to participate in the Practical Training. Students who are unsuccessful during the examination are required to re-ta…
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