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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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Listening to your employees

Use this listening exercise as practice when you're speaking with an employee (or employees) about change.
Listening to your employees

Use this listening exercise as practice when you're speaking with an employee (or employees) about change. You may not ask all these questions but consider using some of them.

Use this listening exercise as practice when you're speaking with an employee (or employees) about change. You may not ask all these questions but consider using some of them. Use open questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries (OARS) skills to explore the following questions while always reflecting understanding when the person shares their thoughts. You can have a free-flowing conversation with the person and use these questions as a guide.

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An introduction to Motivational Interviewing is a free virtual workshop designed for leadership across the healthcare sector.
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A workplace where there is effective leadership and support that helps employees know what they need to do, how their work contributes to the organization and whether there are impending changes.
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British Columbia has announced the termination of the Emergency Order enacted at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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This quick reference guide is designed for healthcare assistants working in long-term care and community settings. These simple, practical strategies can be used during your shift to help manage stress, stay grounded, and build resilience — without adding extra time to your day.
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A stress basket is a thoughtful, practical gift that supports relaxation, resilience, and self-care. Here are 40 ideas you can include or mix and match to create your own personalized stress basket.
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Try one suggestion each day for 30 days. Complete a row, column, or the entire card! These small, practical actions build stress management skills and emotional resilience.
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The latest province-wide survey by WorkSafeBC highlights that while many employers in long-term care are familiar with SafeCare BC, awareness is notably lower among home support and smaller operators.
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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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Learn how to use "I" statements to manage your own stress response and reduce internal conflict, fostering a sense of calm during challenging discussions.
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Are unclear expectations impacting your team's well-being and the quality of care? Explore realistic scenarios that tackle communication challenges and use our guiding questions to foster a psychologically healthy and safe workplace for everyone. Start the conversation with your team today.
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The Working Mind for Managers and Leaders Workshop
Cariboo Place - Williams Lake
September 9 @ 8:30am
Leadership, Mental Health, PHS leadership
Starting at $35
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