COVID-19

WorkSafeBC Update | Returning to operation in B.C. in a healthy and safe manner

The B.C. government announced last week that there will be a gradual, phased reopening of B.C. businesses. I’d like to provide you with an overview

May 14, 2020 No Comments

BC Manufacturers Pivot to create Personal Protective Equipment for Essential Workers in the BC Food Supply Chain

Chilliwack, BC – The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is the non-profit health and safety association for BC manufacturers and food processors. Beyond the medical sector, the global shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE)

April 7, 2020 No Comments

COVID-19 Update #3 | COVID-19 FAQs for Manufacturers and Food Processors + Training News

COVID-19 FAQs | Answers for manufacturers and food processors What are the best ways to protect workers and keep production up and running during the

March 30, 2020 No Comments

Message from WorkSafeBC | COVID-19

Good afternoon everyone, Hope you are all doing well during this time. WorkSafeBC is actively monitoring and adjusting to the COVID-19 situation to determine how

March 26, 2020 No Comments

COVID-19 Update #2 – Services and Events Update

As we continue to consult with WorkSafeBC and review the ongoing situation in British Columbia, we remain focused on protecting the health and safety of

March 18, 2020 No Comments

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

March 13, 2020 No Comments

Vertical Bridge HR – About Our Services

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.

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.

COVID-19 safety planAs our knowledge of the COVID-19 virus grows, we need to review our COVID-19 Safety Plan to ensure that it remains effective and relevant to protect our workplaces and communities. Use this checklist as a guide to help strengthen your plan.

IMMERSIVE | Incident Investigations*** NEW | Scenario-based safety training *** This interactive course places learners inside realistic workplace environments where they practice the step-by-step process of incident investigation. Through role-playing scenarios and decision points, participants build the skills to secure a scene, collect and analyze information, determine contributing factors, and complete an investigation report.

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 Your confidential health and safety advisors—specialists on call. The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is the not-for-profit health […]

Make It Safe Vancouver 2025 | Photo GalleryOver the two days of Make It Safe Vancouver, people from across the region, province, and continent joined us to build our safety community. Excitement bubbled through the air—with a lot real talk interspersed with fun and engaging sessions. A huge thank you to everyone who attended. Here are just a few moments from the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]