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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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Seven Principles for Successful Return to Work Programs

  1. The workplace has a strong commitment to health and safety, which is demonstrated by the behaviours of the workplace parties.
  2. The employer makes an offer of modified work (also known as work accommodation) to injured/ill workers so they can return early and safely to work activities suitable to their abilities.
  3. RTW planners ensure that the plan supports the returning worker without disadvantaging co-workers and supervisors.
  4. Supervisors are trained in work disability prevention and included in RTW planning.
  5. The employer makes early and considerate contact with injured/ill workers.
  6. Someone has the responsibility to coordinate RTW.
  7. Employers and health-care providers communicate with each other about the workplace demands as needed, and with the worker’s consent.
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Use these resources to develop a stronger return to work program.
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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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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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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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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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Use this listening exercise as practice when you're speaking with an employee (or employees) about change.
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The SafeCare BC Board approved the recommendation of the Governance Committee to present the following candidates for Members of the Board to the members at the Annual General Meeting for approval.
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An article by Ignacio Jarero and Lucina Artigas.
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Agenda for the 2025 Annual General Membership Meeting.
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The Employers’ Advisers Office (EAO) is a branch of the Ministry of Labour. Independent of WorkSafeBC, the EAO is a resource for employers in British Columbia, providing complimentary advice, assistance, representation, and educational seminars to employers, potential employers and employer associations concerning workers’ compensation issues.
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