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WorkSafeBC is dedicated to promoting workplace health and safety for the workers and employers of this province. We consult with and educate employers and workers and enforce the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
In the event of work-related injuries or diseases, WorkSafeBC works with the affected parties to provide return-to-work rehabilitation, compensation, health care benefits, and a range of other services.
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Cone Zones keep roadside workers safe
The Work Zone Safety Alliance and WorkSafeBC encourage drivers to take care when driving near roadside workers this summer.
At their meeting in May 2013, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved the release of five 2014 proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
At their May 2013 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved the release of a discussion paper regarding the proposed deletion of Policy R20.26-1 for consultation.
The Safety Zone – Stay clear, stay safe
As a Cooperative Safety Program partner, WorkSafeBC is committed to ensuring everyone’s safety around electricity and natural gas. Visit the program’s website to get resources and learn more.
At their meeting on March 20, 2013, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved the release of a discussion paper and draft policies regarding this issue for stakeholder review and comment.
In this issue: Workplace incident investigations need to go further and deeper; Prime contractors are responsible for the health and safety of all workers on site; Using engineered noise controls to prevent hearing damage; and more.
2013 new or revised ACGIH Threshold Limit Values and BC OELs
The Table of Occupational Exposure Limits for Excluded Substances in Prevention Policy R5.48-1 has been amended to maintain the current exposure limits based on the 2013 new or revised Threshold Limit Values from the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
Board of Directors approves new policy regarding an employer’s duty towards other workers
At its March 2013 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved a new policy regarding an employer’s duty towards other workers (D3-115-1), effective May 1, 2013.
At its March 2013 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Warning Letters Policy D12-196-11, effective May 1, 2013.
Board of Directors approves three new OHS workplace bullying and harassment policies
At its March 2013 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved three new Occupational Health and Safety workplace bullying and harassment policies, to become effective November 1, 2013.
Consultation on multiple sclerosis as a compensable consequence of traumatic injury
The Policy and Regulation Division has prepared a discussion paper and draft policy on Item C3-22.40, Compensable Consequences — Certain Diseases and Conditions in the Rehabilitation Services & Claims Manual, Volume II, for stakeholder review and comment.
WorkSafeBC releases annual penalty report
In 2012, WorkSafeBC imposed 260 penalties, totaling $2.9 million against employers for violations of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and the Workers Compensation Act.
Consultation on Personal Optional Protection ("POP")
The Policy and Regulation Division has prepared a discussion paper and draft policy on Personal Optional Protection in the Assessment Manual for stakeholder review and comment.
At their meeting on November 28, 2012, WorkSafeBC’s governing body, the Board of Directors, approved the release of a discussion paper with options for stakeholders to comment.
Proposed Policy Amendments Regarding the Permanent Disability Evaluation Schedule (“PDES”)
At their meeting on November 28, 2012, WorkSafeBC’s governing body, the Board of Directors, approved the release of a discussion paper with options for stakeholders to comment.
Proposed Policy Amendments Regarding the Treatment of Principals
At their meeting on November 28, 2012, WorkSafeBC’s governing body, the Board of Directors, approved the release of a discussion paper with options for stakeholders to comment.
WorkSafeBC has developed an Exposure Registry Program as a way for workers, employers, and others to register a worker’s exposure to a harmful substance at work.