Amendments to Part 6 of the OHS Regulation, related to combustible dusts, will take effect January 4, 2027. This draft new guideline was developed to clarify the concept of “reasonably foreseeable risk” as referenced in section 6.134(2)(a) of the Regulation. It's posted here so the stakeholder community can comment and request revisions. If you have questions or comments, please email regpraconsult@worksafebc.com.

Feedback will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on October 2, 2026.

For more information, see Current Public Hearings & Consultations.