Covid-19

About Covid-19 and support from the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC
Checklist for Working from HomeIf employees work from home, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure their health and safety.
Amendments to Parts 8 and 31 of the OHS Regulation Begin Apr 1Starting April 1, amendments to Parts 8 and 31 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation are in effect. These amendments update references to selected safety headgear and respirator standards. The amendments are intended to: Bring the Regulation in line with existing OHS Guidelines Reflect standards that are already widely used and accepted in practice Improve […]
A Culture of Prevention: Leading the Way to COR/OSSE CertificationIn 2015, when Breanne O’Neil joined the industrial slurry pump manufacturer as a talent acquisition manager, she saw an organization that cared, yet still operated with an “it’s how we’ve always done it” mindset. “Safety… always mattered,” she says. “We didn’t really have a lot of big problems, but it was a lot more procedural […]
Communicable Disease Prevention PlanThis template is a guide to ensure that you have considered the communicable disease prevention measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, flu, colds, and other viruses in your workplace. Although you are no longer required to maintain a formal, written plan (unless directed by Public Health), by completing this checklist, you can be confident […]
Vehicle Emergency Kit Checklist | Road Safety At WorkVehicles and drivers need to be prepared to deal with emergencies. A vehicle emergency kit with the supplies, tools, clothing and other contents that match the weather and driving conditions that vehicle will encounter is a great way to be prepared.
Make It Safe Vancouver Island 2026 Photo GalleryA huge thank you to everyone who attended Make It Safe Vancouver Island in Nanaimo this past Tuesday. People came from across the region to attend and be part of this regional community of leaders and professionals invested in building safer workplaces together. We saw new connections made, new collaborations formed, and the sharing of […]
Home | Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC – Expert Health and Safety SupportHealth and safety training and support for B.C. business BC small businesses have a 29% higher risk of serious workplace injuries. Consider the impact. Take steps to keep your people safe. SIGN UP FOR FREE SAFETY TRAINING Your health and safety advisors. The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is the not-for-profit health and safety association […]
Prepare now to prevent heat-related illness at workHeat-related illnesses happen when a person heats up faster than they can cool down. Heat-related illness can affect everyone – even those accustomed to working in the heat. If heat stress progresses to heat stroke, it is a medical emergency that, untreated, can lead to death.
2026 Make It Safe Vancouver Island | Resources PageMake It Safe Vancouver Island 2026 Resources Thank you for attending Make It Safe Vancouver Island on March 31. You will be able to find presenter slides, supplementary resources, and links shared for each session by room and when it was delivered. If you require any assistance or have any questions, please feel free to […]
Annual ReportsAnnual Reports Take a look back at the performance of the Alliance by reading our Annual Reports.   2025 Annual Report 8.07 MB 1 file(s) 2024 Annual Report 6.03 MB 1 file(s) 2023 Annual Report 7.28 MB 1 file(s) 2022 Annual Report 1.85 MB 1 file(s) 2021 Annual Report 4.71 MB 1 file(s)
Designing out Pain: Roadmap to an Effective MSI Prevention Program
Build It Right: A Practical Path to COR/OSSE Certification