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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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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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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.
X-ray Inspection ToolkitA collection of checklists to help guide routine x-ray equipment inspections, including a resource for Joint Health and Safety Committees
WorkSafeBC’s Amended First Aid Regulations | Updates and Additional ResourcesAs of February 2025, WorkSafeBC has provided additional updates and resources for the newly amended First Aid Regulations that went into effect on Nov 1, 2024. To support manufacturers and food processors across the province, in 2024 MSABC summarized the changes, held webinars on the topic, and shared how our Safety Advisors are able to […]
Remembering Ben HumeBritish Columbia’s manufacturing and health and safety communities lost a valuable friend and ally this week with the passing of Ben Hume, past president of Sheppards Building Materials. A founding member of the BC Safety Charter, an initiative of the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC that has evolved into today’s Executive Health and Safety Council […]
Small BusinessYou could go months, or even years, without an accident. But when the worst happens, the impact is devastating. Safety support for small Business Members Fewer than 20 employees? As a member of the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC, you are eligible for free health and safety support and templates, free safety training, and a […]
Leadership and Psychological Safety ServicesLeadership and Psychological Safety Services From workplace mental health and wellness to essential management skills for people leaders, we can support with coaching, consultation, and training. Mental Health and Wellness at Work Get advice, support, and training on critical workplace mental health and wellness topics. Click here People Leader Coaching and Training Management training, coaching, […]
People Leader SupportPeople Leadership Training and Coaching Management training, coaching, and support—for supervisors, managers, business owners, and executives in manufacturing and beyond. People leaders play a crucial role in promoting employee mental health and well-being by fostering an environment of psychological safety, identifying and responding to mental health concerns, and reducing the risk of psychological injury. Effective […]
Combustible Materials: What it includesCombustible Dust & Materials | What is it? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has published a list of products known to produce combustible dust. There may be others. Do you make or handle any of these products that may create dust or powders? Agricultural Products | Agricultural Dusts | Carbonaceous Dust | Chemical Dust […]