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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
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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Safety Month - May 2025

Health and safety training

We know you're juggling a million things, from providing top-notch care to keeping your team safe and sound. Let's face it, workplace health and safety isn't just a box to tick; it's the backbone of a thriving workplace.

Level up your team with essential health and safety training.

Here's the deal: under the Workers’ Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, providing health and safety training isn't just a good idea, it's your responsibility.

But it's not just about compliance. It's about empowering your team with the knowledge, skills, and tools to work safely and prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.

Imagine: fewer incidents, smoother days, and a team that feels confident and supported.

Healthier, happier teams mean a stronger bottom line:

  • Increased employee morale and confidence (because who doesn't love feeling valued and safe?).
  • Boosted efficiency and productivity (because when people feel good, they work well).
  • Reduced WorkSafeBC premiums.
  • Improved reputation (because being known as a safe workplace is a major win).
  • And here's a big one: reduced employee turnover. (Because who wants to leave a workplace that truly cares?)

What does health and safety training look like?

  • New employee safety orientations
  • Department specific orientations
  • Refresher or annual training
  • Formal safety training and certification courses
  • Safety huddles
  • Safety education webinars or seminars

May 2025 special offer (because we love a good deal)

Snag a 20% discount on all eLearning courses! It's the perfect time to invest in your team's well-being.

Ready to make your workplace the safest and best it can be? Register your staff for our eLearning courses today!

Have questions about this month's topic? Ask us!

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This template provides employers and supervisors with an overview of occupational health and safety topics to be considered for inclusion when providing caregiver-specific health and safety training and should be used with the general health and safety orientation.
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The general health and safety orientation provides general information related to the organization’s overall occupational health and safety program.
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The Peer Facilitator Program is designed to expand health and safety training in the continuing care sector.
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Emergency preparedness and the aging population: Addressing the unique needs of older adults 

Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Hazards, First aid, Flood, Hazard Identification, Health hazards, Heat stress, Physical hazards, Safety hazards, Safety training, Weather, Wildfire

Emergencies such as floods, wildfires, power outages, and severe weather can occur without warning. Older adults are often the most vulnerable during these events because of health, mobility, and cognitive challenges. For workers in long-term...

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Danger Dodgers

Safety Basics

Danger Dodgers is an innovative, game-based safety training that flips traditional education on its head—by bringing the learning directly to frontline staff using a cart.

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Training and orienting workers

Safety training

As an employer, you're responsible for ensuring your workers are properly instructed and trained on how to do their work safely. This includes providing safety orientation for new and young workers, and training them on...

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