New workplace first aid curriculum now available

Training for workplace first aid is changing to align with standards from the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). The new CSA-aligned curriculum is now open to approved training providers, who will be offering the new courses to first aid attendants starting this summer.

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Safety spotlight

	Protecting workers from wildfire smoke and heat stress Summers are becoming hotter and drier in much of B.C., increasing the frequency and intensity of wildfires as well as the risk of heat stress. Learn how to protect workers from these risks — whether they work indoors or outside. Learn more »
	WorkSafeBC coverage is coming for app-based ride-hailing and delivery drivers Starting September 3, 2024, app-based ride-hailing and delivery drivers will be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Learn more »
	Concrete pump operator certification Anyone operating a concrete pump or placing boom at a B.C. workplace is required to hold a valid certification. Find out more about the requirement and how to get certified. Learn more »
	Return-to-work journeys: Injured worker grooves to a different beat When Rod Mack was seriously injured in a skydiving incident, he knew his recovery was going to be an uphill battle. But with hard work and support from his WorkSafeBC rehabilitation team, he was able to regain his independence and return to the deejay career he loves. Learn more »

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2025 WorkSafeBC Student Video Contest

Students in Grades 8 to 12 are encouraged to submit an original video for a chance to win cash and other great prizes. Students’ videos on this year’s theme of "Show up, speak up " asks young workers to show how they can use their rights and power to make their workplace healthier and safer for everyone. The deadline to submit is April 1, 2025.

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