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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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“Even small improvements can mean greater independence and quality of life.” Fabien Ma, a physiotherapist at Louis Brier Home and Hospital, knew early on he wanted to work in long-term care. “One of my practicums really solidified it,” he says. “You get to help residents make little improvements that mean a lot over time.” It’s […]
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“It's an honour to work here. It's an honour to help many people with their day-to-day lives.” Tim Oben, a housekeeper at Eden Gardens, may have only been in his position for six months, but he has already made a big impression. His day begins with cleaning the common areas of the care home. Next, […]
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“I’ve been here six years. I probably know 120 residents.” Buddy Delena, a dietary aide at Eden Gardens, does more than deliver food—he brings joy and connection to the Nanaimo care home’s residents. “We serve food, but we also talk with them and ask what they want,” Buddy says. He’s learned to recognize each resident’s […]
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