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.

Both indoor and outdoor workers may be at risk of heat stress this summer