Resources, events, and hot topics

Resources

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New WorkSafeBC Resource – Preventing Musculoskeletal Injury (MSI)

This book explains the responsibilities of employers and the MSI requirements described in the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. It also includes best practices for making workplaces safer for workers who are at risk of musculoskeletal injury (MSI).

Download the book (PDF) at worksafebc.com.

Events

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International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care 2025

Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
March 30 to April 2, 2025
Westin Harbour Castle Hotel, Toronto, ON

This annual educational activity is your opportunity to learn insights on the latest science and best practices, understand innovations in the safety of health care providers and patients, sharpen the focus of HF/E initiatives and improve your regulatory approaches.

Learn more and register at the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society website.

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Association of Canadian Ergonomists – 2025 Conference

Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
Octover 6 to 9, 2025
Delta Hotel, downtown Quebec City, QC

Save the date for the ACE 2025 Conference. This year's theme is "The heart of ergonomic interventions: People".

You can book accommodation here (indicate that you are attending the conference).

Learn more at the ACE website.

Hot topics

WorkSafeBC

Vibration awareness

Exposure to hand-arm and whole-body vibrations (HAV/WBV) can increase the risk of musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs), leading to long-term discomfort.

If you have any questions or require assistance, feel free to reach out to us at HumanFactors@worksafebc.com.

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We're here to help

For resources, please visit worksafebc.com/ergonomics. If you have questions about ergonomics, human factors or need help managing the risk of MSI in your workplace, please contact us at AskAnErgo@worksafebc.com

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