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Interrupt the Spread

Interrupt the spread

Change the way you work to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread between workers. Adjust the way you work to protect employees Many employers are

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August 5, 2020 No Comments
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COVID-19 update

The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is closely monitoring the impact of Covid-19 for our employees, members, and the manufacturing and food processing industries in

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March 13, 2020 No Comments
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 […]
BCCDC COVID-19 Checklist for Processing FacilitiesThis checklist is to guide processors and inspectors in evaluating COVID-19 control programs in processing facilities. Refer to the Guidance on reducing the risk of COVID-19 to workers in processing facilities for details.
Checklist for Working from HomeIf employees work from home, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure their health and safety.
Finding a passion for injury preventionBill Bowman was only 19 years old when his life changed forever. He had just found a summer job at a rail car manufacturing plant in Hamilton that paid three times what he had previously made as a maintenance man. On that fateful day he was tasked to work with a small brake press, adjusting […]
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Making the case for safety: Safety programs lead to cost savings​Three years ago, when Laura Spiers was first hired as the safety specialist for West Coast Reduction Limited (WCRL), the company had already made the decision to pursue COR certification to the Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE). In addition to helping build up the company’s safety management system, Spiers was tasked to make a […]
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.
Safety and Health Week Training | Public ClassesSafety and Health Week Training MAY 5-15, 2025 Join us for Safety and Health Week public classes around the Lower Mainland in May. Schedule annual training for your JHSC or book a seat for a new safety committee member. Or choose topics for supervisors, managers, and safety reps. Book Now Lower Mainland Public Classes For […]
Annual ReportsAnnual Reports Take a look back at the performance of the Alliance by reading our Annual Reports.   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)
OSSE/COR Reference MaterialsOSSE/COR Reference Materials Below you will find links to our policies and procedures, standards and guidelines, the policies surrounding the use of the OSSE Seal, WorkSafeBC COR program standards and guidelines, and the WorkSafeBC Assessment Manual. OSSE Program QA Procedures V2.0 March 2025DOWNLOAD »
Membership BenefitsWhy join the Alliance? More than 3,000 BC businesses choose Alliance training and services. We can help you too. Safety is responsible business Health and safety is a key factor in long term business sustainability. Yet more than 400 preventable injuries still happen on the job every day in BC. In today’s competitive business environment, […]
Business PlanBusiness Plan The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC (formerly FIOSA-MIOSA Safety Alliance of BC and hereafter known as the Alliance) is a not-for-profit industry organization established to address occupational health and safety challenges and opportunities specific to the manufacturing and food and beverage processing industries. The Alliance today represents more than 3,000 BC manufacturers and […]