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COVID-19 Safety Plans Still Required with Relaxed Restrictions | Feb 15, 2022 BC Provincial Health Update
With the province shifting to a sustainable, long-term strategic approach to managing COVID-19, the Public Health Officer today announced the relaxation of many restrictions, effective
COVID-19 restrictions extended | New order for Workplace Safety now posted
The Provincial Health Officer has extended all current COVID-19 restrictions, except for gyms and fitness facilities – which can open on January 20, 2022, with
Continuity planning for a reduced workforce – keeping workers safe
As the Omicron wave continues in British Columbia, many employers report unprecedented worker shortages with employees calling in sick. Some authorities have estimated that workplaces
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Should you make any changes in your COVID-19 Safety Plan for Omicron? What is the latest guidance on masks and ventilation? What questions do you have about booster vaccines and access to rapid tests for your staff?
Knowledgebase
As an employer, am I able to get a list of my employees who attended a vaccination clinic?
Patient privacy is protected under the provincial Health Act, so we are not able to share a list of who attended each clinic.
What if I choose not to get vaccinated?
We encourage everyone who can do so to get the vaccine, as it will help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and save lives by preventing
What is the rate of side effects, and should we consider scheduling changes to accommodate a percentage of people who will need time off to recover?
Most people experience mild side effects, such as a sore arm, that would not typically interrupt work. We have vaccinated all the staff at a
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Seal Checks for Reusable Respirators – Filter
Information on how to conduct user seal checks for reusable half-face respirators with filter
Respirator Particulate Filter Types Chart
NIOSH approved disposable respirators for food processing and manufacturing
Ergonomics Wellness Breaks | Stretches
Poster tips for stretches that can be done at any workstation throughout during periodic wellness breaks to counter stiffness from static work and potentially limit risk of sprains or strains in more active jobs.
Respiratory Safety Resources Bundle
This resource bundle includes: Particulate filter types poster Respiratory inspection checklist User seal checks for disposable respirators User seal checks for half-face reusable respirators with cartridges User seal checks for half-face reusable respirators with filters
Safe Work Kit
This bundle includes: Customizable templates Checklists Printable signs and posters