Features:

• Reducing MSI risks in retail workplaces
• Crane operator competency
• Supporting workers for successful returns

Employers in B.C. must ensure operators — including experienced and trainee — of all crane types have the skills and knowledge to do the job safely. A well-designed competency assessment program and a supervision plan can help employers ensure operators work safely and proficiently.

For workers who drive on the job, getting stuck, stranded, or delayed can be challenging at the best of times. But in winter, these roadside emergencies can be life-threatening, especially for workers who drive alone or in remote areas.

Following a push to engage with sector representatives, a new suite of tools and resources is now available to help retailers make MSI health and safety gains.

WorkSafeBC’s new online reporting experience makes injury reporting easier and more convenient. With a human-centred design, it helps injured workers feel supported from the start of a claim.

Returning to work after a workplace injury is a collaborative process that supports worker recovery while maintaining productivity and morale. A successful return involves early communication, empathy, planning, and cooperation among employers and workers.

Posters have long been a staple of workplace safety culture with their bright visuals, bold fonts, and messages designed to make an impact. They deliver compelling, visible reminders that help keep safety top of mind.

WorkSafeBC’s Student Safety Video Contest has planted seeds of safety awareness for two decades, empowering young people to share their safety messages with each other and amplify them to the broader community.