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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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Gets the most out of your health and safety meetings

Running Effective JOHS Committee Meetings is this month's featured course—and it's 50% off.

From quorums to adjournment, this course is filled with practical advice, best practices, templates, and tools to help your committee systematically prepare and run meetings.
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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.
My name is Carol, and I have been crocheting for more than 50 years. I first picked it up when I was pregnant with my youngest daughter because I wanted to quit smoking and needed something to keep my hands busy. My mother tried to teach me, but I could not quite get the hang […]
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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

January 15 @ 11:00am
This webinar offers a simple, body-based way to help you manage stress and reconnect with your natural resilience.
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January 20 @ 11:00am
You spend your days caring for others—but who’s looking after you? Long hours, constant interruptions, and unpredictable demands can leave even the most dedicated caregivers drained. This session is designed for frontline workers like you, offering practical strategies to recharge your energy and reset stress in real time, right on the job—no extra time, special […]
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January 22 @ 12:00pm
Explore a four-part framework for personal energy management: identifying energy leaks, optimizing how you invest energy, learning to build it back up, and understanding how energy flows through relationships.
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Occupational Health and Safety Committee: Part 2 - Beyond the Basics Workshop
Zoom
January 29 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Starting at $35
January 29 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
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January 29 @ 12:00pm
The cultures in which we work significantly influence our well-being and are critical to fostering workplace psychological safety. In health care settings where demands and pressures are high, how can we intentionally create organizational cultures that support and promote the psychological safety and well-being of care workers? This webinar will examine how a trauma-informed approach […]
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Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum Workshop
Menno Place - Abbotsford
February 2 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Violence Prevention
Starting at $35
February 2 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Menno Place, Abbotsford
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February 3 @ 9:30am
Leading from the Inside Out provides a safe space for leaders in continuing care to share their challenges and learn self-care practices.
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Gentle Persuasive Approaches Workshop
SafeCare BC Training Centre - Burnaby
February 5 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Dementia, Gentle persuasive approach
Starting at $35
February 5 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
SafeCare BC Training Centre, Burnaby
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Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum Workshop
SafeCare BC Training Centre - Burnaby
February 13 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
Violence Prevention
Starting at $35
February 13 @ 8:30am to 4:30pm
SafeCare BC Training Centre, Burnaby
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March 10 @ 8:00am to 4:00pm
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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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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Occupational Health and Safety Committee: Part 1 Workshop
Zoom
March 12 @ 8:30am
Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Starting at $35
March 12 @ 8:30am
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SAFETY MONTH - January 2026

Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee

Discover the essential roles of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety (JOHS) Committee, from workplace inspections to incident investigations. Learn about your entitlement to 8 hours of annual education and register for workshops tailored specifically to BC’s continuing care sector.
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Get Psyched - January 2026

Why psychological health and safety at work matters - and why a policy is a starting point

How can you improve psychological health and safety in the workplace? One first step is to develop and implement a formal psychological health and safety policy. A policy establishes clear expectations, roles, and responsibilities, signalling an organization's commitment to protecting staff from stress and burnout.
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