Personal Stories
A new research study looks at the connection between being on your feet for long periods and painful foot conditions — something I know all too well.
Training & Education
The Actsafe team gave out free coffee and talked about safety orientations with workers at studios and workplaces during its 2019 Injury Prevention Week.
Health & Safety Solutions
Workers, employers, and the public can call WorkSafeBC’s Prevention Information Line to ask questions and learn more about workplace health and safety.
Managing Risks & Hazards
It’s critical to identify risk factors that lead to violent incidents for health care workers. Violence risk assessments can help employers find solutions.
Roles & Responsibilities
It’s now easier for staff at immigrant-serving organizations to share information about workplace health and safety in B.C. with new immigrants and refugees.
Safety at Home
Trick-or-treating is a big part of Halloween and many people will be walking, driving, or handing out candy. Please keep these safety tips in mind.
Health & Safety Culture
Occupational health and safety can be overwhelming for many small businesses. Small Business BC helps steer them in the right direction.
Hazardous Materials
Workers have been injured in fires after unsecured propane cylinders tipped over and ignited. Securing cylinders and other safe practices are essential.
Safety Gear & Equipment
An AgSafe safety advisor is reminding employers about how important it is to choose the right respirators for their workers and to ensure they fit properly.
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About Me
I'm Susan Main, a writer based in Vancouver, BC. Since this blog began in 2010, I’ve talked about health and safety with hundreds of people in different industries, and many of their stories will stay with me forever. Please note that I am not a health and safety professional and any opinions expressed by me, the people I write about, or my readers are not necessarily the opinions of my sponsor, WorkSafeBC
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