Compared to indoor workers, outdoor workers are up to 3.5 times more likely to develop skin cancer. They’re also at higher risk of experiencing heat stress. Two new videos — one for employers and one for workers — illustrate the dangers of sun exposure and heat stress.
Updates to OHS Policies
Updates to OHS Guidelines
Burning buildings aren’t the only risk for firefighters: at least one-third of their injuries occur in fire halls. This video uses three scenarios to illustrate common fire-hall incidents.
New WorkSafeBC hazard alerts
New WorkSafeBC risk advisory
In this issue: Identifying risks in B.C.’s craft brewing industry; Safety starts in the classroom; Research explores gender and workplace behaviour; and more.
Take the challenge online or print the photo for safety meetings and tool box talks.
Asbestos: Be aware
Enforcement initiative runs from July 1 to December 31
Asbestos exposure is still the primary killer of workers in B.C. To prevent deadly exposures, WorkSafeBC prevention officers are inspecting residential demolition and renovation worksites across the province.
Register for our July rate consultation sessions
There’s still time to reserve your spot!
Join WorkSafeBC and other employers in your region to learn more about the 2017 proposed rates for your industry. You’ll also learn about provincial injury trends, and what you can do to reduce injuries, claim costs, and your insurance rate.
Celebrate & Educate Hearts & Hands Conference — for health care assistants
Register for the October 6 event in Esquimalt, B.C.
Join us for a day of celebration and education for health care assistants, community health workers, and home care workers. Hear some of North America’s leading speakers discussing the rewards and challenges of working with B.C.’s aging population.
In your face: Youth workers’ conference
Register for the October 1 event in Vancouver, B.C.
This conference, organized by the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) and sponsored by WorkSafeBC, aims to educate and inspire front-line youth workers through workshops, networking opportunities, and thought-provoking presentations.
Women need safety gear that fits
From the Speaking of Safety blog
Despite the growing trend of women entering trades, women still have a tough time finding work and safety gear that comes in female-friendly shapes and sizes. One woman is raising awareness about the issue and rallying to give women more fitting options — just one way to keep them safer.
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