Covid-19

About Covid-19 and support from the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC
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.
Make It Safe 2025 sessions handpicked for youMake It Safe is a Canadian health and safety conference and trade show series—with practical training and professional development you can put to work. Make It Safe connects the safety community to learn together—covering relevant topics for today and future health and safety trends. Learn practical skills. Stay up to speed on regulatory changes, new […]
2025 Make It Safe Vancouver | Resources PageMake It Safe Vancouver 2025 Resources Thank you for attending Make It Safe Vancouver this October. You will be able to find presenter slides, supplementary resources, and links shared for each session by day and then session name. Click on the day and morning or afternoon to see the sessions that were being delivered during […]
OSSE/CORCOR Certification for Manufacturers and Food Processors The Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) Certification Take the proven path to effective injury prevention. OSSE is the Certificate of Recognition (COR) certification program for BC manufacturers and food processors.  The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is the WorkSafeBC Certifying Partner for the manufacturing sector. OSSE meets all requirements […]
HR Checklist – Vertical Bridge
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 […]
Conducting a Hazard Assessment after a floodBusinesses impacted by a flood must take steps to ensure their personal safety and their employees, including a hazard assessment. Do not enter a flood-damaged location without first reviewing the risks and putting protections from potential hazards in place.
Safety Pinnacles – Excellence Award NominationsNominate your team, company, or individual. The Safety Excellence Awards recognize BC manufacturing and food processing businesses for innovation and excellence in manufacturing safety. Companies, teams, and leaders from across the province compete for these prestigious awards—people and organizations whose dedication to the health and safety of their people and communities is both commendable and […]
Home | Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC – Expert Health and Safety SupportHealth and safety training and advice for your 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 Make It Safe Event Series – Upcoming Oct 7 Lean 5S Certificate Course  Oct 8-9 Make It Safe […]
Respiratory ProtectionThis awareness level course will introduce learners to how respiratory protection is used, inspected, and maintained in the workplace. This is a basic awareness course to help learners better understand how to protect their health and safety.  This course does NOT qualify individuals to work in Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) environments. Additional […]
De-energization and LockoutFor workers and supervisors: understand what hazardous energy is and identify it in your workplace. Learn to apply the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (OHSR) requirements for lockout and de-energization to prevent the release of hazardous energy to prevent injuries and property damage.
Working Alone or In IsolationIn some workplaces, there will be times when workers will be working alone or in isolation. This course offers training on the risks associated with working alone and the best practices to protect lone workers in various types of scenarios.