When it comes to workplace safety, one size does not fit all. Photo credit: © WorkSafeBC (Workers’ Compensation Board of B.C.), used with permission By Marnie Douglas Ensuring personal protective equipment (PPE) fits every worker isn’t just a best practice; it’s a critical requirement for creating safe and inclusive work environments. Body shape, size, and […]
New protections to help keep everyone safe from the danger of asbestos came into effect on January 1, 2024 in British Columbia. By Marnie Douglas, Guest contributor to Speaking of Safety Starting January 1, 2024, all asbestos abatement contractors must be licensed to operate in British Columbia. Additionally, anyone performing asbestos abatement work must complete […]
OHS specialist Glenn Russell recalls how seeing a worker’s serious, life-changing injury inspired his motivation to raise awareness of fall protection. A worker on a steep slope roof fell and fractured his leg when his fall protection equipment failed. The vertical lifeline was old and it broke, according to the summary of a recent incident […]
The guideline outlines the requirement for personal protective equipment (PPE) to be available for all body types, not just sized for men’s bodies. A new guideline addressing the issue of ill-fitting PPE, which can compromise worker safety, came into effect in November 2022. I instantly thought about Jodi Huettner when I read a recent WorkSafeBC […]
