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Motor vehicle incidents are among the leading causes of traumatic workplace injuries and fatalities in BC. The Safe Driving for Work Checklist has been developed to help employers and their workers take proactive steps to manage driving-related risks. This checklist serves as a practical guide to reinforce safe driving practices and is designed to be used before, during, and after each trip.
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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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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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The Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum is recognized as best-practice in violence prevention training for health care workers.
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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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WorkSafeBC has acknowledged an error in calculating the 2025 insurance premiums that are paid by our two member employer groups–those providing community health support services (classification unit 766006) and those in long-term care (classification unit 766011).
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Violence in the Workplace

Violence in the workplace can take many forms—verbal, physical, or even psychological. And in healthcare, it happens more often than many people realize.

Starting at $12

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Don’t wait for a crisis—learn how to recognize and respond to violence now. 

Knowing how to recognize the warning signs, respond appropriately, and protect yourself, and those around you, is essential for staying safe on the job. 

In this course, you'll learn practical tools to help you stay alert, make quick decisions, and take action when needed. You'll also gain a solid understanding of your rights and how to report violence when it occurs. Whether you’ve experienced workplace violence or just want to be prepared, this course is for you. 

What you’ll walk away with: 

  • How to recognize signs of violence in the workplace 
  • When and how to call for help safely and effectively 
  • How to report incidents clearly and confidently 
  • How to use a Point of Care Risk Assessment to stay ahead of danger 
  • Knowing your right to refuse unsafe work—and how to exercise it responsibly 

Why take this course?

  • Protect yourself and others. Be prepared to take quick, informed action in the moment. 
  • Promote a culture of safety to help create a workplace where violence is taken seriously and never ignored 
  • Feel more confident and build the skills to speak up, seek help, and protect your well-being 

This course is for: 

Care aides, home and community care workers, support service workers, nurses, managers, family caregivers, or anyone who wants to improve their knowledge on violence in the workplace. 

Length: 15 minutes |
Cost: Member $12, Associate member $15, Non-member $29.99 

This course may be taken individually or as part of the six-course Safety Basics curriculum. Safety Basics is a series of six self-paced courses that introduce the top health and safety concerns for healthcare workers. The Safey Basics course bundle includes General Workplace Health and Safety, Violence in the Workplace, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Slips, Trips, and Falls, Infection Prevention, and Personal Protective Equipment.

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$12
Associate member
$15
Non-member
$29.99
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How long will this course take to complete?
The average time to complete this course is approximately 15 minutes.

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