Fall 2026 issue of WorkSafe Magazine is here

From training young and new workers to managing roadside risks and small business safety, the fall issue of WorkSafe Magazine shares practical guidance to help employers and workers create safer, healthier workplaces.

Feature stories include:

• Helping workers use small tools safely

Our cover story looks at how hands-on training during the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project helps young and new workers recognize hazards and use tools safely.

• Towing safety beyond the shoulder

Every roadside call brings different risks. Learn how planning, training, and effective traffic control help protect tow operators before and during a job.

• Building respectful workplaces in tourism and hospitality

Learn how go2HR’s free, updated Safer Spaces program helps employers, supervisors, and workers prevent and respond to workplace sexual harassment.

📖 Read the full issue here »

What's new

Safety spotlight

	Find small business information faster As a small employer, finding the WorkSafeBC information you need should be simple. We’ve refreshed our small business webpages on worksafebc.com so all the information, tools, and resources you need are easy to find in one place. Get clear guidance on insurance coverage, payroll reporting and premiums, your health and safety responsibilities, and how to report an injury and get return-to-work support. Explore our small business resources »
	Upcoming changes for volunteer fire departments Amendments to Part 31, Firefighting, of the OHS Regulation take effect on October 1, 2026, clarifying health and safety requirements for society fire brigades and volunteer firefighters. A new webpage explains employers’ responsibilities and offers practical steps to help organizations prepare. Learn about the changes and how to prepare »
	WorkSafeBC protection for all workers, from day one All B.C. workers, regardless of their immigration status or term of work, are covered by WorkSafeBC insurance and safety provisions. If you employ workers from another country who are working temporarily in B.C., they have the same rights as other workers in B.C. Learn more about what you need to do to protect workers, from day one. Information is available in multiple languages. Learn more »

Participate

Make It Safe Vancouver Conference — October 7-8, 2026

This conference brings together safety professionals to share insights, practical strategies, and lessons learned for creating safer workplaces.

WorkSafeBC’s Kim Stubbs, industry and program specialist, will lead a session called “Investigation to Corrective Action: Lessons Learned in the Committee Trenches.” This session will share practical lessons related to joint health and safety committees, including effective worker participation, conducting workplace investigations, and turning findings into meaningful corrective action.

Learn more and register »

2026 Vancouver Island Safety Conference — October 17

Join workers, employers, supervisors, and other safety professionals for a day of learning, networking, and discussion focused on strengthening safety in B.C.’s forestry sector.

Learn more and register »

Caring for Communities Conference — October 27

This conference is an opportunity for front-line workers in the community social services sector to come together for a day of connection and learning focused on psychologically supportive workplaces and practical strategies to promote emotional well-being.

Register now »