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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…

Petro-Canada’s Paralympic Schools Program and the WorkSafeBC Paralympic Team receive Vancouver 2010 Sustainability Stars

The Canadian Paralympic Committee, Petro-Canada, and WorkSafeBC are recognized for their positive and measurable social, economic, and environmental impacts.

Alert to employers: No need to purchase WHMIS training courses/materials to comply with the Regulation

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.

WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approves changes to the Administrative Penalties – Amount of Penalty Policy

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).