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Trade credit insurance: A financial stabilizer for manufacturers navigating global uncertaintyCanadian manufacturers are operating in a highly unpredictable global trade environment heavily influenced by political and economic decisions beyond their control. Shifts in government policy, changing tariff structures and stalled economic growth are introducing new pressures across supply chains. One of the immediate effects is visible in the consistency of cash flow from customers. Businesses […]
Health and Safety TrainingSelf-paced, Classroom, and Conference Training OptionsUpcoming Classes New Training Platform Coming This Week All Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC health and safety training is moving to a brand-new learning management platform.The training platform is closed for maintenance until July 16. Current users, please watch for login details in your email inbox. If you have any concerns, email […]
Evaluating Smart Workplace Solutions for Safety and Operations Leaders in 2026Industrial workplace technology has never been more sophisticated or more crowded. For EHS professionals and operations leaders, the challenge isn’t a lack of options. It’s knowing which solutions actually move the needle on risk, and which ones add complexity without delivering results. Here’s a practical breakdown of the major categories on the market today, their […]
Business PlanBusiness Plan and COR Workplan The Alliance today represents more than 3,000 BC manufacturers and food processors. Our mission in the industry is to be catalysts for improving workplace health and safety, offering leading-edge health and safety programs, services and tools that enable companies to make a difference in the lives of their employees – […]
Spotlight on the 2026 Safety Pinnacle AwardsLast week on June 18, B.C. business and safety leaders joined the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC to celebrate the shared commitment of making workplaces safer for everyone. The evening was a reminder of what can be achieved when dedication and leadership come together. At this year’s Safety Pinnacle Awards, companies were recognized for setting […]
Hazard Identification and ControlA hazard identification and control program is a systematic approach to identifying and analyzing workplace hazards in an effort to mitigate risk of injuries and occupational disease. This course will provide employees, managers, supervisors and JHSCs working in BC’s manufacturing industry with tools and a basic understanding of hazard recognition, risk assessments, and control methods.
B.C. Combustible Dust OHS Regulations – WorkSafeBCThis resource is helpful to understand some of key changes that will impact manufacturers and food processors around building their own combustible dust management programs.
Celebrating Safety, Community and Big Wins at the 2026 Safety Pinnacle AwardsWe are still buzzing from Thursday’s 2026 Safety Pinnacle Awards, where industry leaders, members and partners came together to celebrate what they do best: putting people first and making workplaces safer, healthier and more supportive. B.C.’s Safety Leaders—Celebrating Your Impact Even more than the awards, we celebrate the effort. The commitment, time, and dedication of […]
Safety Pinnacles – Excellence Award NominationsNominations for 2027 Safety Excellence Categories Open in Oct 2026 Celebrate your JHSC, your company, or an individual. The Safety Excellence Awards recognize BC manufacturing and food processing businesses for innovation and excellence in health and safety. Companies, teams, and leaders from across the province compete for these prestigious awards. Individual Safety Excellence Awards Soaring […]
When Dust Isn’t Just DustWhat BC manufacturers need to know about combustible dust — and how to protect your workers, facility, and operations. Dust is one of the most common byproducts in BC manufacturing and food processing facilities. It shows up on shelves, equipment, and floors — and it gets cleaned up, swept away, and treated as routine. That […]
Why We Love High Performers and How Leaders Need to Take Care of ThemEvery team benefits from high performers and as leaders we love them. They’re the ones who consistently deliver, often exceeding expectations. As leaders, we value their drive, reliability, and ability to solve problems with little oversight. But there’s a risk that comes with leaning too heavily on these standout individuals: burnout. Because high performers are so […]
When the Heat Rises: The Psychological Risks of Working in Extreme TemperaturesHeat doesn’t just affect the body, it affects the mind. When temperatures rise in the workplace, focus drops, stress climbs, and the risk of mistakes and accidents skyrockets. Imagine a scenario occurring on a busy manufacturing floor as a machine operator begins feeling lightheaded and irritable after several hours in extreme heat. The production line […]