COVID-19

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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Keep C19 Out

Keep COVID-19 out of the plant

Prevent COVID-19 from entering your facility Monitor and screen anyone entering your facility, and support workers to stay home when feeling ill Educate workers to

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Working safety in the new normal

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers and food processors have had to adapt quickly to continue essential operations under strange, new rules. Months

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Plan Your Emergency Response

Plan your exposure response

How will you handle a COVID-19 positive case or potential outbreak? Plan ahead to minimize the risk to your employees and your business It’s easy

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COVID-19 virus magnified

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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Vertical Bridge HR – About Our Services
Refrigeration system ammonia leaks: Understanding and preventing common failures
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.
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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.
How to Do a Defensible Combustible Dust Risk Assessment: A Practical Walkthrough for Employers
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 – […]
Heat and Wildfire Risk – Support and Resources for B.C. BusinessesWhile last week’s wildfire evacuation orders have been downgraded in Lytton and West Kelowna, B.C. communities and businesses remain at risk for fire, smoke, and heat stress. Need resources or advice to help you prepare? Reach out to our safety advisors for support. Get Help Access information, training, and resources Heat Stress and Related Illness […]
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 […]