Personal Stories
“If I could save another person from drowning … I’ll be so happy.” Survivors speak out with hope in new WorkSafeBC video to keep others safe on the water.
Training & Education
B.C.’s high school curricula is taking a new view of career education. To reflect the changes, WorkSafeBC updated its Student WorkSafe program for teachers.
Health & Safety Solutions
Employers at wood pellet mills need to ensure their operators can easily detect, understand, and respond to alarms for preventing fires and explosions.
Managing Risks & Hazards
B.C.’s craft beer industry is booming. Brewery employers need to look at safety issues like heavy lifting, confined spaces, and carbon dioxide exposure.
Roles & Responsibilities
Poor air quality from this summer’s wildfires affected B.C.’s outdoor entertainment industry. Employers should start preparing now for next season.
Safety at Home
Halloween is a time for fun and treats, but let’s not forget about staying safe. I write about this every year because it’s important to remember.
Health & Safety Culture
Evaluating your joint health and safety committee every year produces many benefits, including safer workplaces and more collaboration.
Hazardous Materials
Food truck operators need to know the hazards of working with propane. Prevention officers from WorkSafeBC are reaching out to raise awareness and offer solutions.
Safety Gear & Equipment
You’ll soon see signs about vehicles needing chains and winter tires when driving on B.C. highways this fall and winter. Are you prepared?
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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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