WorkSafeBC holds preliminary average base premium rate flat for employers in 2025

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Eighth straight year that the average base rate will be 1.55 percent WorkSafeBC announced today that the preliminary average base premium rate for 2025 will remain unchanged at 1.55 percent of employers’ assessable payroll. Subject to final approvals by WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors
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Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) driving time-loss claims with WorkSafeBC

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MSIs have resulted in more than $2 billion in claim costs in the last five years WorkSafeBC is drawing attention to the impact of musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) in B.C. workplaces and the need for employers to reduce the risks of these injuries.
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June 18, 2024

June 18, 2024 WorkSafeBC recommends changes to improve crane safety – cbc.ca
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June 24, 2024

June 24, 2024 If ICBC and B.C. Hydro can issue rebates, why can’t WorkSafeBC? – cfib-fcei.ca
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WorkSafeBC recommending changes to improve crane safety in B.C.

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New risk-reduction strategy is based on a comprehensive review of crane safety and informed by stakeholder input and feedback.
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WorkSafeBC advises employers to plan ahead to protect workers from extreme heat and wildfire smoke

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With summer approaching, WorkSafeBC is urging employers to plan for the health and safety risks that come with extreme heat and exposure to wildfire smoke. These conditions can lead to significant health issues for workers, such as heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and respiratory problems
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WorkSafeBC: Day of Mourning honours the memory of 175 workers lost in B.C. last year

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April 28 signifies the Day of Mourning across Canada, where workers, employers, families, and communities pay tribute to workers who lost their lives due to a workplace injury or illness. British Columbians will gather at 30 ceremonies across the province today to pay tribute to falle
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WorkSafeBC’s inspectional approach for construction in 2024 aims to reduce serious injuries and fatalities

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WorkSafeBC’s inspectional approach for construction in 2024 aims to reduce the number of serious and fatal injuries in the sector.
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WorkSafeBC bringing industry and labour stakeholders together to discuss crane safety

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WorkSafeBC continues to work with industry and workers to advance new safety initiatives and regulatory measures to improve crane safety in B.C.
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Proposed amendments to policy on activity-related soft tissue disorders of the limbs

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Our Policy, Regulation and Research Department (PRRD) is proposing amendments to policy concerning activity-related soft tissue disorders (ASTDs) of the limbs. The proposed amendments are intended to address two ASTD projects in the PRRD’s current workplan:
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