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Announcements
Changes to WorkSafeBC’s forestry regulations take effect May 1, 2008
The amendments address the changing nature of B.C.'s forest sector, and provide better protection to workers in the areas of supervision and planning, as well as increased safety standards when working in proximity to machinery.
Information session: How to safely move bariatric patients
WorkSafeBC is hosting an information session on strategies and equipment required to safely transport, lift, and move bariatric patients (weighing 100+ lbs over their ideal body weight) within and between healthcare facilities …
Information session: Violence in high-risk communities
WorkSafeBC is hosting a half-day information session on violence in high-risk communities for social service and community care employers and workers …
To honour the workers who have lost their lives in workplace accidents, WorkSafeBC, the B.C. Federation of Labour, and the Business Council of British Columbia are co-hosting a public ceremony on April 28, 10 a.m., at the Workers' Memorial in Vancouver's Hastings Park …
Board of Directors’ Decision on Loss of Earnings Section 251 Referral
At its meeting on March 19, 2008, the Board of Directors made a decision that policy item #40.00 of the Rehabilitation Services and Claims Manual, Vol. II, is supported by the Workers Compensation Act and that the WCAT must apply it. The Board of Directors’ decision letter is available for review.
In its annual report, released today, WorkSafeBC announced a total comprehensive income of $250 million for 2007. This is the fifth consecutive year WorkSafeBC has been in a surplus position, protecting the workers’ compensation system from market volatility and economic fluctuations anticipated to continue in 2008…
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
The recent Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) presentation by Louise Holmes, Educator for Regional Infection Prevention and Control for Vancouver Coastal Health, is now available for viewing. This presentation, hosted by Health Care Services, provides a review of Infection Control Practices when working with clients in the community, a review of MRSA, some practical approaches to managing the worker with MRSA, as well as tips for protecting yourself, your clients and your family.
Working at home safety tips from WorkSafeBC
Whether you are renovating or working in your garden, WorkSafeBC has safety information to share with you at the 17th annual Canadian Home Builders’ Association-Central Okanagan’s The Real Home Show at the Kelowna Curling Club from April 18-20, 2008.
Proposed policy amendments regarding multiple classification
The Board of Directors approved the release of a discussion paper with options and proposed policy amendments to stakeholders for comment.
The Board of Directors approved public hearings in May-June 2008 for proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
WorkSafe Magazine - March/April 2008
In this issue: New forestry regulations, Day of Mourning, fatigue.
PST-exempt work-related safety equipment
As of February 20, 2008, all work-related safety equipment and protective clothing designed to be worn by or attached to a worker is exempt from PST...
The North American Occupational Safety and Health Week, May 4-10, is a time for employers, workers, and partners in occupational health and safety to focus on preventing workplace injury and illness. Find out how…
Amended Working Alone or in Isolation Regulations begin February 1st
Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation to improve the health and safety of workers that are working alone or in isolation take the effect of law beginning February 1, 2008.
Implementation of new working alone or in isolation provisions
Changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation dealing with working alone and fuel prepayment will become law on February 1, 2008. Those affected by or interested in the changes are encouraged to read the following information.
Download customer notification sign now (PDF 447 KB).
New version of claim reporting form for employers now available
WorkSafeBC has launched a new downloadable and paper version of the Employer’s Report of Injury or Occupational Disease (Form 7). Please be sure to use only this newest version of the form.
Changes to WorkSafeBC’s Forestry Regulations to take effect Spring 2008
The Board of Directors of WorkSafeBC approved amendments to the forestry section of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and directed that these new standards be deposited with the Registrar's Office as soon as possible resulting in an effective date of May 1, 2008.
The Board of Directors' decisions in December 2007 regarding proposed amendments to Part 26, Forestry Operations, with consequential amendments to Part 1, Definitions, and Part 4, General Conditions of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation are available for review.