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The Home Care and Community Health Support Pocketbook was created to bring awareness to several health and safety issues faced in home and community care.
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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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This course provides the knowledge and skills to create a comfortable, safe, and effective computer workspace. 
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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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WorkSafeBC has acknowledged an error in calculating the 2025 SafeCare BC levy, which is included in the premiums 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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The Province has introduced a new masking policy for all healthcare workers who provide direct care effective immediately. Staff Requirements Visitor Guidance With an increase in viral respiratory illnesses (VRI) across the province, the Ministry of Health has introduced new masking measures to help control the spread of these illnesses. It's important to remember that […]
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Did you know that last year in long-term care, there were more than 1,600 time-loss claims for SafeCare BC member organizations, a decrease of 15 percent compared to five years previous?
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Healthcare workers in long-term care homes and community care play a pivotal role in the lives of our frail elderly and those living with chronic health conditions. They provide medical assistance, companionship, and support in the tasks of daily living, ensuring their residents have the highest quality of life possible. But what about the quality […]
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The annual Hearts and Hands conference celebrates the work you do every day—and we want everyone in your organization to know about it. You can help spread the word by printing this poster and hanging it around your workplace.  With a great lineup of speakers, prizes to be won, and opportunities to learn new skills, […]
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They may not always be in the spotlight, but support service workers are an essential part of the care team. That’s why we’ve established a day to celebrate their hard work. Please join us today for the second annual Support Services Appreciation Day. There are many things you can do to celebrate this day, but […]
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Member survey results are in
September 10, 2023
SafeCare BC’s mission is to empower those working in the continuing care sector to create safer, healthier workplaces – that’s why we always value what our members have to say.
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The injury rate for SafeCare BC’s home care and community health support members continues to show a steady decline. The 2018 rate of 5 compares favourably to the rate of 7 two years ago.
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Multiple regions of British Columbia have been issued air quality advisories due to the wildfires in the interior. With some parts of the province reaching an Air Quality Health Index of 10 or more—very high risk—it’s essential to take proper steps to stay safe, not only for yourself, but the people you provide care for. […]
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PTSD can significantly impact the workplace’s psychological health and safety by compromising someone’s ability to function effectively. PTSD can affect people of all ages and backgrounds and profoundly impact their emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. Not everyone who experiences trauma will develop PTSD, but for those who do, the symptoms can be severe and persistent. […]
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WorkSafeBC is requesting feedback for four new policies in the Rehabilitation Services & Claims Manual, Volume II that support the implementation of two new provisions to the Workers Compensation Act (WCA), effective January 1, 2024: the duty to cooperate and the duty to maintain employment.  These changes align with the rights and compensation rules already in place within the Canadian Human […]
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Recently, we dared you to tell us what you think in our member survey. More than 1,000 of you accepted the challenge. Thank you. We created an infographic that shows some of the highlights. There were a few things that stood out. Is your health and safety committee in need of some love? 63% of respondents strongly […]
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We’ve got great news! The highly anticipated Hearts and Hands conference for healthcare assistants is returning to three locations—Langley, Kelowna, and Victoria. The event’s goals are to CELEBRATE, EDUCATE, and INSPIRE. With fascinating education sessions, engaging speakers, fun activities, and an incredible sense of community, you won’t want to miss this event. The conferences are in October, […]
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WorkSafeBC approved amendments
June 22, 2023
Amendments to Part 3, Rights and Responsibilities, in the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) will come into effect November 1, 2024. Last April, WorkSafeBC released a discussion paper highlighting the amendments. Sections 3.14 to 3.21 and Schedule 3-A state the occupational first aid requirements for workplaces. Since the current requirements were introduced, there has been the development […]
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