Protect your workers from heat stress

Heat stress is a common workplace risk in the summer months, and if not recognized and treated early can lead to serious illness. Employers are responsible for assessing work activities that could contribute to heat stress and for implementing controls to protect their workers.

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What's new

Safety spotlight

	Legislative changes for app-based ride-hailing and delivery drivers in B.C. The Provincial Government has announced legislative changes that expand workers’ compensation coverage to app-based ride-hailing and delivery drivers in B.C. These changes will come into effect on September 3, 2024. Learn more »
	Summer issue of WorkSafeBC magazine released Read the latest issue of WorkSafe Magazine, featuring articles about keeping workers at the roadside safe, a firm that is using innovative technology to improve health and safety, and protecting workers from wildfire smoke and heat stress as temperatures rise. Learn more »
	De-energization and lockout in food manufacturing Bakeries and food manufacturers use machinery that needs to be de-energized and locked out before workers do any cleaning or maintenance work. Learn the five key steps to prevent workplace injuries. Learn more »
	Don't let an injury stop the show Motion picture and television sets contain multiple risks that can be addressed by conducting risk assessments and implementing controls. Learn more about what you can do to prevent injuries for workers on set. Learn more »
	Sign up for employer online services Did you know that you can complete almost all your transactions with us online, quickly and securely? Sign up for online services to report payroll, make payments, and more – all from your computer or mobile device. Learn more »

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Rate information sessions

Join one of our virtual rate information sessions on July 16 or 18 to learn more about WorkSafeBC’s preliminary assessment premium rates for 2025.

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Webinar: Controlling exposure to welding gases and fumes in construction – June 27

BC Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA) and WorkSafeBC will be speaking about new guidance and best practices for managing exposure to welding fumes and gases. This webinar will be valuable for any workplace where welding work is conducted.

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Drive safely in the Cone Zone

Slow down to help keep workers safe in the hundreds of work zones that will be set up around B.C. this summer. Visit conezonebc.com to find information and download free resources.

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