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Resources and services to support your well-being and psychological safety at work.
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In long-term care it is increasingly apparent that who is on shift is just as important as how many staff are on shift. Quality care is difficult to achieve when we do not routinely engage with one another in a positive, or civil, manner.
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We are dedicated to providing comprehensive occupational health and safety (OHS) consulting services tailored to your needs.
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Psychological health and safety, often called workplace mental health, encompasses principles and practices to foster a supportive, respectful, and psychologically safe work environment.
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The Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum is recognized as best-practice in violence prevention training for health care workers.
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WorkSafeBC is holding a second public hearing this month on proposed changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation related to combustible dusts.
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Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR), Part 5: Chemical Agents and Biological Agents – Emergency Planning came into effect on February 3, 2025. Changes include additional requirements to minimize the risk, likelihood, and harm caused by an emergency involving hazardous substances.   Hazardous substances include biological, chemical or physical hazards that may reasonably […]
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Are you prepared for winter?

As the colder months approach, it’s important to prepare for the challenges that come with winter.

Learn how to stay safe and prepared with practical tips for both workers and employers.
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Learn more about workplace health and safety

SafeCare BC offers subsidized rates for members and Associate Members. Learn more about membership.
Inspections help spot hazards, build trust, and make safety part of daily work. Learn when, how, and what to inspect to turn findings into real change.
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WorkSafeBC is holding a second public hearing this month on proposed changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation related to combustible dusts.
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It’s a sweltering July afternoon in Kamloops during a record-breaking heatwave. Temperatures climb above 40°C, air conditioners struggle to keep up, and staff in a long-term care facility move quickly to help residents stay cool. Some residents are frail, others rely on oxygen, and a few have mobility challenges that make even small tasks difficult. […]
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In this week's Health and Safety Matters, we're offering not one, but two online infection prevention courses at a 50% discount. Our new handwashing poster will help reinforce proper techniques. And health and safety committee members can book a free refresher session.
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Use this poster to show the proper handwashing process.
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SafeCare BC is currently offering an occupational health and safety refresher presentation. This free 30-minute presentation is offered in-person or virtually and can be integrated into your health and safety committee meeting. It’s filled with practical advice on sector-specific safety topics and includes an opportunity to ask one of our health and safety consultants site-specific safety questions. 
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Psychological health and safety, often called workplace mental health, encompasses principles and practices to foster a supportive, respectful, and psychologically safe work environment.
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Enjoy these upcoming events

Gentle Persuasive Approaches Workshop
Menno Place - Abbotsford
November 3 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Dementia
Starting at $35
November 3 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Menno Place, Abbotsford
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November 4 @ 11:00am
This session explores how integrating arts and creativity into everyday care practices can enhance connection, communication, and well-being for older adults—particularly those living with dementia—while enriching the experiences of their caregivers.
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November 5 @ 12:00pm
This webinar explores Daniel Goleman’s six leadership styles and explores how we can develop alternative leadership styles and how to apply them strategically to navigate different team dynamics, crises, and organizational changes.
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November 12 @ 1:00pm
Explore the underlying causes of workplace conflict and learn how to manage them using a psychological health and safety framework.
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Occupational Health and Safety Committee: Part 2 - Beyond the Basics Workshop
Zoom
November 13 @ 8:30am
Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Starting at $35
November 13 @ 8:30am
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November 13 @ 11:00am
Just as the body requires maintenance, so too does the mind. In this session, you'll develop an understanding of what mental hygiene is and how it can support our well-being. 
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Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum Workshop
Menno Place - Abbotsford
November 14 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Violence Prevention
Starting at $35
November 14 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Menno Place, Abbotsford
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Mental Health First Aid Standard Workshop
Zoom
November 20 @ 8:30am
Mental Health, PHS leadership
Starting at $75
November 20 @ 8:30am
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November 20 @ 12:00pm
This session reframes resilience not as pushing through adversity, but as the ability to recover and regulate under pressure.
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December 3 @ 12:00pm
Join our webinar to learn strategies for identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns to improve your mental well-being. By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
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March 10 @ 8:00am to 4:00pm
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March 10 @ 8:30am to 3:00pm
The work you do as a healthcare leader is complex and often emotionally draining. We want to support your success and well-being, especially considering the evolving expectations related to psychological health and safety in the workplace.
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SAFETY MONTH - November 2025

Workplace investigations

While the employer has the ultimate responsibility for health and safety in a workplace, joint occupational health and safety committee play a vital role in workplace investigations.
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