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Details of employers’ penalties for 2009 released
Last year, WorkSafeBC imposed record penalties totalling more than $4.4 million against employers for violations of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and the Workers Compensation Act.
Champions of Courage tells the inspiring story of WorkSafeBC’s Paralympic Team members
Throughout February and March, Shaw TV is airing a half-hour television special that features two of WorkSafeBC's Paralympic Team speakers. Learn more…
The Canadian Paralympic Committee, Petro-Canada, and WorkSafeBC are recognized for their positive and measurable social, economic, and environmental impacts.
WorkSafeBC has received inquiries from employers regarding high-pressure sales tactics by commercial providers of safety training for the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
Human Resources Essentials for Small to Mid-Sized Trucking Enterprises
This April, the British Columbia Trucking Association is offering a series of interactive workshops that will provide small to medium-sized trucking businesses with tools for improving recruitment, retaining staff, and managing turnover.
BC Professional (Truck) Driver Training Pilot Project
This pilot program will prepare new drivers for jobs in the trucking industry by combining formal classroom and practical training with supervised work experience and work-based learning.
Health Care Professional Conference
WorkSafeBC is hosting an accredited one-day conference on June 4 for health care professionals. Continue your education, network with colleagues, and learn about the latest health care developments. Learn more...
Policy consultation on cost relief for subsequent non-compensable incidents
The Board of Directors has approved the release of a discussion paper for stakeholder consultation.
Policy consultation on enhancement/devaluation of permanent disability awards
The Board of Directors has approved the release of a discussion paper for stakeholder consultation.
At its meeting on December 9, 2009, the Board of Directors approved amendments to Policy D12-196-6 Administrative Penalties – Amount of Penalty Policy.
Slow down and shift into winter
The BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation and WorkSafeBC are asking drivers to slow down and shift into winter driving mode. To reduce the risk of occupational injury for those workers who drive as part of their job, WorkSafeBC has developed safe driving fact and tip sheets. Help make our highways and roads become safer workplaces.
Influenza prevention — what you need to know
Find out how to prevent exposure to Influenza A (H1N1) virus and what the regulatory requirements are for employers.
Influenza A H1N1 virus and respiratory protection for health care workers — more FAQs
WorkSafeBC supports the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Interim Guidance: Infection Prevention and control measures for Health Care Workers in Acute Care Facilities for Human Cases of Swine Influenza A (H1N1).