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A glossary of terms commonly used on WorkSafeBC.com.

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gassy underground working
Any underground working in which there exists, or is likely to exist, an atmosphere containing more than 10% of the lower explosive limit (LEL) of naturally-occurring flammable gases or vapours, or any other gas or vapour emanating from the ground surrounding the working in concentrations exceeding the exposure limits listed in the Regulation.

general lighting
An array of light fixtures that provides a fairly uniform illumination level for a large area, sometimes over the whole workplace, exclusive of any provision for special local lighting.

glare
Brightness within the field of vision that causes eye fatigue or loss in visual performance.

graduated participation
Graduated participation is a feature of the experience rating plan that helps to ensure that the plan is responsive to the needs of all firms in B.C. - large and small. Under the WCB's old insurance system, one injury could shift a small business from a maximum discount to a maximum surcharge. Now, thanks to graduated participation, a single claim will not cause large fluctuations in a firm's experience rating.

guard
A type of safeguard consisting of a physical barrier which prevents a worker from reaching over, under, around or through the barrier to a moving part or point of operation.
guard
A protective barrier around an opening in a floor or along the open sides of stairs or a ramp, landing, balcony, mezzanine, raised walkway or any other area to prevent a fall to a lower level, or inadvertent entry into a dangerous area.

guardrail
A guard consisting of a top rail 102 cm to 112 cm (40 in to 44 in) above the work surface, and an intermediate rail located approximately midway between the underside of the top rail and the top of the toeboard, if one is provided, or the work surface if no toeboard is provided.

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