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Safety Assessments + Consultations: Air Quality Assessment, Combustible Dust and Dust Hazard Assessments, Confined Spaces Assessment, Critical Incident Response Services, Ergonomics, Machine Safeguarding Assessment, Noise Hazards | Surveys and Testing Services
Advisor Services: Safety Needs Analysis | GAP Analysis, Safety Program Support (SPS) | Safety Compliance Support (SCS)
Leadership and Psychological Safety Services: Mental Health and Wellness at Work, Leadership Training and Coaching, Respectful Workplace Support
CATALOG AND UPCOMING CLASSES: See All Training Topics, Upcoming Classes, eLearning - Online Safety Training
By Type: Checklists, Guidebooks, Presentations, Quick Reference Cards, Safety Awareness Posters, Safety Videos, Templates, Toolbox Talks, Webinars
OHS Competency Tools and Framework:
Getting Certified: Steps to OSSE / COR Certification, COR for Small Business, COR / OSSE Small Business Referral Program, Certified OSSE/COR External Auditors
Managers and Supervisors
"A supervisor is a person who instructs, directs, and controls workers in the performance of their duties. A supervisor can be any worker — management or staff — who meets this definition, whether or not they have the title of supervisor. If someone in the workplace has a supervisor's responsibilities, that person is responsible for worker health and safety." - WorkSafeBC, "Roles, rights & responsibilities"
Managers and supervisors are responsible and liable for the health and safety of the workers they supervise. According to WorkSafeBC, a supervisor’s responsibilities include:
- Ensuring the health and safety of all workers under your direct supervision.
- Knowing the WorkSafeBC requirements that apply to the work under your supervision and make sure those requirements are met.
- Ensuring workers under your supervision are aware of all known hazards.
- Ensuring workers under your supervision have the appropriate personal protective equipment, and that it is being used properly, regularly inspected, and maintained.
Basic Training
Course
Effective communication is crucial for personal and professional success, and active listening enhances the ability to truly understand, process, and respond to information. Whether in the workplace, at home, or in social interactions, strong listening skills foster deeper connections and improved collaboration.
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Teams are crucial for achieving organizational goals like service, quality, and performance. By the end of the course, participants will have enhanced their problem-solving skills and their ability to boost team motivation and foster collaboration.
Employers, supervisors, and workers all have responsibilities under WorkSafeBC OHS Policies to prevent bullying and harassment in the workplace. This Bullying and Harassment Awareness course is meant to offer training to workers on identifying bullying and harassment in the workplace, its impact and practical strategies to prevent it.
Dust found in manufacturing can be combustible. When fine dust particles catch fire in the air – the fire can spread quickly and even lead to an explosion. This online awareness course will provide you with the key principles and concepts for recognizing the hazards, unsafe conditions and preventive actions associated with combustible dust.
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When you hire an outside contractor to work at your facility, do you know what are your legal responsibilities? Gain basic knowledge of risks, legal requirements, and the best practices associated with managing contractor safety for anyone acting in the capacity of an owner, employer, or prime contractor in the manufacturing sector.
A comprehensive full-day workshop, Core Competencies for People Leaders is designed to equip leaders with critical interpersonal and soft skills.
Consistent safety procedures foster safer working environments, reduce injury-related downtime, and boost productivity. This course will provide participants with the foundation needed to start writing safety procedures that are clear, concise, and practical for day-to-day use.
Creating an inclusive working environment and workplace is essential for fostering innovation, improving team dynamics, and addressing the evolving needs of today’s workforce. By understanding the challenges faced by people with disabilities and recognizing their unique contributions, learners will gain the skills to support a more diverse and equitable environment. This online course was developed […]
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Emergency response planning is one of the key elements to include in your occupational health and safety program. This program allows you to plan out how you would respond to an emergency in the event of, which can result in saving lives, property, revenue, etc.
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Whether working with international teams or managing a multicultural workforce, this course provides the tools needed to navigate cultural complexities and drive organizational success.
Whether you're working in an environment in-person or virtually, gain practical tools to help you manage difficult conversations effectively to achieve the best possible outcomes through this course.
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Training is an essential investment. Whether designing training programs, assessing performance improvements, or presenting results to stakeholders, this course will help you develop an effective training evaluation strategy.
In this 6-hour, instructor-led course for leaders, learn to recognize and battle the stigma surrounding mental health. Understand the impact of mental health and mental illness on your team and on your own work—and how to respond to a worker in distress.
As new or experienced safety committee members, managers, or supervisors, it is important to fully understand and know which OHS regulations are related to your work and how you may be in compliance—or not. This 45-minute self-paced course helps introduce people to information on how to identify and find the OHS legislation related their work—perfect […]
This awareness-level course will help you assess potential hazards that will require the use of PPE in the workplace. It will help you understand how to select the appropriate type of equipment to protect workers’ health and safety.
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Risk management is critical for minimizing negative impacts, maximizing opportunities, and ensuring organizational success. In this course, learn about the principles of effective risk management for small and large organizations and gain the skills to help you make informed decisions and implement effective strategies.
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Workplaces are always evolving and needing to adapt to changing circumstances. In this online course, you'll learn practical strategies to handle change for yourself and others.
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Supervisors play a vital role in guiding teams, managing performance, and fostering a positive work environment. Through this course, explore key topics such as transitioning into a supervisory role, setting goals, communicating clearly, giving feedback, and handling conflict. Develop the foundational skills needed to lead others effectively in the workplace. Perfect for new and aspiring supervisors and managers.
Videos & Webinars
Mental health and stress-related accommodations and strategies and pathways for supporting successful return to work after a mental health leave—and for handling mental health-related impacts of physical injuries and illness on return to work.
Managers and SupervisorsHealth and Safety Resources and Tools
Ale (KSW Lawyer): If an employer terminates an employee within six months due to the injury, they may be liable for breaching the Duty to Maintain Employment. The determining factor is whether the termination was related to that worker’s compensable injury. WorkSafeBC wants to dissuade employers from terminating injured workers due to their injury and […]
Ale (KSW Lawyers): The Duty of Maintain Employment is not indefinite; it runs to the second anniversary of a worker’s date on injury. If a worker has been unable to return to work over two years from the date of injury, the obligation to maintain employment ends.
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): A worker can, but they are not obligated to, share their medical information. Many doctor’s reports can include information that is not relevant to the claim and is the confidential, private, information of the worked. For medical information to help identify suitable work, you can direct a worker to physiotherapy for the completion […]
TeksMed Service: Employers should keep in mind they do not NEED to wait for medical to make an offer of suitable/modified work. They can base the offer off common-sense restrictions (Ie: one-handed duties for a left-hand injury). Also, other treatment providers can provide limitations or assist in reviewing modified work (Ie: Physiotherapist). As WCB receives […]
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): The new legislation provides a legal framework for supporting an injured worker’s return to, or continuation of work.
Toolbox Talk
Recent changes to the Workers Compensation Act outline new requirements such as the Duty to Cooperate and the Duty to Maintain Employment for work-related (compensable) injuries. Both employers and workers are now legally required to maintain communication with each other and WorkSafeBC, participate in suitable work, and maintain a worker’s employment in many cases.
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): There is no limit prescribed. If the work is being completed regardless of accommodations than there is no effect. If providing accommodations becomes an undue hardship, then that will be reviewed. Make sure you document why an accommodation is not possible. Amanda (TeksMed Services): There is no set figure.
Amanda (TeksMed Services): Being on Probation does not bar a worker from claim, however the Duty to Maintain employment only applies to workers who have been employed for at least 12 months. Many workers have underlying or pre-existing conditions, the Board can consider accepting this as only an aggravation to a pre-existing condition and/or may […]
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): The duty to cooperate requires workers to “not unreasonably” refuse suitable work when it is made available by an employer with whom the worker has an existing employment relationship. If a worker refuses work duties that are suitable and available, WorkSafeBC will investigate to determine the reasonableness of the worker’s refusal. If WorkSafeBC […]
Ale (KSW Lawyer): The Duty to Cooperate is reciprocal. Employees also have a duty to communicate with the employer and WorkSafeBC. Failure to do so puts them at risk of losing claim benefits. The Duty to Cooperate is applicable to cases where a worker is disabled from earning full wages, even if they were employed […]
Ale (KSW Lawyers): Terminating a worker and paying them termination pay does not automatically cancel the Duty to Maintain Employment obligations. Employers may still be required to establish that the termination was unrelated to the injury under the WorkSafeBC system. Whether there was a breach of the Duty to Maintain Employment is determined on a […]
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): I am not sure if that has been a consideration, as it is outside of my department, but if you would like to know, please send an email so that I can forward it to the appropriate department and try to find an answer for you.
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): Undue hardship refers to a point at which accommodating a worker becomes too difficult, unsafe, or costly for the employer. WorkSafeBC determines if the situation meets the undue hardship criteria on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the specific circumstances of each situation. Employers are obligated to identify and offer work that is […]
Quick Reference Card
A stay-at-work/return-to-work program provides the financial, social, and psychological benefits and stability of remaining in the workforce while injured or unwell.
Conference Session
Explore practical, evidence-informed strategies to support safe and timely return to work following injury or illness—including psychological injuries. After a brief presentation on the essential principles and best practices, you’ll get hands-on with quick-start tools to create your customized recover-at-work toolkit, addressing a range of factors—from diverse workplaces and job roles to operational realities. Get […]
Amanda (TeksMed Services): Employers should keep in mind they do not NEED to wait for medical to make an offer of suitable/modified work. They can base the offer off common-sense restrictions (Ie: one-handed duties for a left-hand injury). Also, other treatment providers can provide limitations or assist in reviewing modified work (Ie: Physiotherapist). As WCB […]
Amanda (TeksMed Services): This depends on the circumstances, failure to report is not always necessary a bar to claim but can be depending on the situation and circumstances. One would need to review the specifics for a recommended action, but generally one can always ask WCB to investigate or if the factors are strong enough […]
Ale WorkSafeBC: keeps a record of the phone calls throughout a claim. Case Managers often summarize conversations after speaking to a worker or an employer. You can find this under the “Communications” tab via the online claim portal. The call centre may also “log” a message that you leave for the Case Manager, Vocational Rehabilitation […]
Teresa (WorkSafeBC): In response to your question, it seems that you are asking about the DTME and how to communicate to the employer that they cannot terminate an employee who may not meet the DTME because they were recently hired. The DTME applies to employers who regularly employ 20 or more workers and workers who […]
Ale (KSW Lawyers): WorkSafeBC can adjudicate whether the worker is expected to remain in the accommodated role and whether they are entitled to wage loss benefits in these cases. Since the Duty to Maintain Employment poses a positive duty on the employer to find alternate work, exploring alternate accommodation/position may be required if the current […]
WorkSafeBC offers a Return to Work Coordinator course. It is a two-day course focuses on the role and responsibilities of a return-to-work (RTW) coordinator, providing participants with the information, tools, and templates that will allow them to do the job. The course focuses on the value of a proactive approach, which provides support for an injured […]
Ale (KSW Lawyer): Employers are expected to accommodate a worker to the point of undue hardship, the point at which it is too difficult, unsafe, or expensive to remove barriers so that injured workers can return to work. If creating a new position is financially unfeasible for a business, the employer can establish that doing […]
This website links to and references a study funded by NIOSH that looks at the long-term impacts of workplace injuries on workers.
News & Blog Articles
Editorial from TeksMed Services on Bill 41
December 6, 2023
Editorial: TeksMed Services Inc. As a disability management consultant, TeksMed Services Inc. regularly counsels employers on return-to-work requirements and issues. The following is an article TeksMed published on their own website for their clients and has agreed to share it...
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