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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WorkSafeBC urges employers to safeguard workers against winter hazards as cold snap forecast for B.C.

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With frigid temperatures and icy conditions forecast, employers are reminded to conduct cold stress risk assessments and implement safety measures to protect workers.
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December 12, 2023

December 12, 2023 WorkSafeBC board reappoints three directors – canada.constructconnect.com
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WorkSafeBC releases first online registry of licensed asbestos abatement contractors in B.C.

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Homeowners, businesses, and contractors will now be able to verify their asbestos abatement firm is licensed to operate.
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WorkSafeBC reminds employers and workers about new return-to-work requirements taking effect Jan. 1

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WorkSafeBC is reminding employers and workers about new return-to-work requirements taking effect next year.
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WorkSafeBC reminds asbestos abatement employers and workers about new requirements taking effect January 1

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WorkSafeBC is reminding asbestos abatement employers and workers to ensure they meet new asbestos abatement requirements taking effect next year.
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Board of Directors approves 2023 amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation

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At its July 2023 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved 2023 amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
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October 6, 2023

October 6, 2023 WorkSafeBC proposes changes to mental disorder claim timeline – ohscanada.com
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