BC 1 Call reminds contractors why it’s important to “Click or call before you dig” when planning construction projects. I’ve noticed a number of contractors transforming their clients’ yards to create space for physically distant socializing during the cold months. But as a contractor, before breaking ground on any project — be it building a […]
Learn how parents of young workers can find information and talk with their child about safety at work and COVID-19 safety protocols. Training and orientation are an important part of starting any new job. This is especially true during the COVID-19 pandemic, when workers have additional procedures to learn that help prevent spreading or contracting […]
A local streetscape planner shares best practices for businesses managing physically distanced lineups, with advice on signage, exits, and customer traffic. Public health guidelines in B.C. advise people to keep at least 2 metres apart to prevent transmission of COVID-19. For businesses whose doors open onto streets with pedestrian traffic, this posed new challenges in […]
This year, we’ll need to make changes to our Halloween celebrations so we can keep physically distanced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently I’ve seen debate online about whether to celebrate Halloween this year. Some people say it should be cancelled altogether because it isn’t a necessity. While I see the logic of that, I sympathize […]
Employers can improve workplace safety by following a three-step process to identify and manage tasks that can be particularly affected by fatigue. Unfortunately, many of us are not getting enough sleep. We may try to go to bed early or put up light-blocking curtains, but this doesn’t always help. Without enough sleep, people can end […]
From medical appointments via video to no-contact bottle returns, we’re using technology in new ways to maintain physical distance during the pandemic. I find it very admirable to see how people are adapting to life since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This is new for all of us, and we have really transformed our use of […]
Freshen up your knowledge on traffic safety to help keep roadside workers safe while they do their jobs in the cone zone. Mitchell Martin is a dad, husband, and soccer coach. He’s also a tow truck driver who provides crucial help for stranded drivers. Mitchell is one of more than 10,000 people who work on […]
Hear one hair salon owner’s experience of reopening their business with new COVID-19 safety protocols in place. Recently, I spoke with Barb Whiteman, owner of Colourbox Hairdressing, about new safety protocols for workers and customers in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Colourbox, which has been in its current Vancouver location for nearly 30 years, […]
Here are some tips for employers and workers about how they can minimize exposure to wildfire smoke outdoors and in vehicles. Apple farmer Steve Brown is one of many B.C. employers concerned about the safety of his workers exposed to forest fire smoke. They’ve been trying to harvest the crop of 2020, but it’s taking […]
Safety officer shares top questions from residential construction workers and employers — and fills us in on a new resource that answers them. “How do I get the information I need?” That’s one of the top questions Jason Baia, a WorkSafeBC occupational safety officer, gets from residential construction employers and prime contractors during inspections. Sometimes […]
