Health and Safety Enews

Great managers look out for more than just physical dangers

Managing psychological health and safety in the workplace is as important as managing physical health and safety. Learn how a psychologically healthy and safe workplace prevents harm to workers’ mental health and promotes mental well-being.

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What's new

New resource

Making a WorkSafeBC Claim

Online services

Whether you’re an employer, a worker, or a health care or service provider, you can use our online services to access your account information. Online services lets you find and update information quickly and easily, and won’t be affected by mail disruptions.

New incident investigation report summaries

Stack of loaded pallets fell, fatally injuring worker #manufacturing
Two tower cranes collided #construction
Worker fell from truck’s box and sustained serious injuries #transportation
Framing worker injured in fall #construction

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Safety spotlight

Prevent falls from heights

With outdoor construction ramping up, we’re reminding employers that falls from heights continue to be a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities. Ensure your workers have the proper training and fall protection systems to stay safe on the job.

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Joint committee requirements

If you have 20 or more workers, you need a joint health and safety committee. A joint committee allows employer and worker representatives to work as a team to help address health and safety issues in the workplace.

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Work zone planning

Every work zone has its own set of hazards, such as traffic, mobile equipment, and weather. Learn how planning ahead helps keep everyone safe in work zones along B.C.’s roads and highways.

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Participate

Safety information session for drivers of commercial vehicles — June 11

Burnaby RCMP, in partnership with WorkSafeBC, is hosting a safety information session in Delta on June 11. Learn about a range of topics affecting commercial drivers, including pre-trip inspections, the Commercial Transport Act, cargo securement and live loads, and more.

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Health Care Professional Conference — June 13

The 2025 Health Care Professional Conference will take place at the Westin Bayshore in Vancouver on June 13th. Join us for a full day of learning and networking with colleagues.