Research priorities
When we consider proposals for research funding, we look for projects that support one or more of WorkSafeBC's key strategic initiatives and goals. Projects should have clear potential to positively impact health and safety in B.C. workplaces or in the workers' compensation system.
Research needs and relevance
WorkSafeBC and our Board of Directors want to ensure that the research we support addresses real needs for workers and employers, as well as for the organization and our partners.
We support research that can provide tangible and quantifiable benefits where possible, by helping to identify potential solutions to real problems. In awarding research funding, WorkSafeBC and our partners will consider projects that fall within our mandate of:
- Preventing occupational injury and disease
- Promoting successful rehabilitation and return-to-work
- Ensuring fair compensation for injured workers
Research priorities
Research Services has highlighted four priority areas for 2018 (shaded in gray), which are of particular interest to WorkSafeBC. Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that align with the priority areas, however, the merits of all proposals will be considered.
| Priority area |
Sub-topic or question |
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| Reduction of serious injury |
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| Mental health |
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| Improvement of return-to-work outcomes, particularly for small business |
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| Innovations |
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| Health care |
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| Human factors |
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| Reduction of occupational exposure and prevention of occupational disease |
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| Societal change |
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| Small business |
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