On July 9, 2026, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors revised policy in the Assessment Manual to clarify that firms engaged in forest tenure operations in connection with a sawmill may be assigned to multiple classification units.

Employers urged to strengthen training, supervision, and workplace culture to reduce risk

Both indoor and outdoor workers can be at risk during hot weather

Both indoor and outdoor workers can be at risk during hot weather

WorkSafeBC announced today that the preliminary average base rate for 2027 will remain at $1.55 per $100 of assessable payroll. Subject to final approval by WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors in the fall, this will be the 10th consecutive year that the average base rate has remained at this level.