Safety on the World Stage in 2025
In July, Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC CEO Wayne Arondus and Director of Leadership and Psychological Safety Steve Conway were invited to speak at the
August 1, 2025
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News and Updates
Meet the 2025 Safety Pinnacle Awards Gala Honourees—Leaders in safety excellence
Congratulations to the 2025 Safety Pinnacle and Excellence Award Winners Business and safety leaders from across British Columbia joined the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC
June 24, 2025
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WorkSafeBC’s Amended First Aid Regulations | Updates and Additional Resources
As of February 2025, WorkSafeBC has provided additional updates and resources for the newly amended First Aid Regulations that went into effect on Nov 1,
February 28, 2025
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Trade and Tariffs: Health, safety, and support for members
A 30-day pause is an optimistic sign for a positive resolution, even as it draws out the uncertainty. Across B.C., every manufacturer is considering the potential
February 4, 2025
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Amendments to the OHS Regulation on Emergency Procedures for Hazardous Substances
What you need to know! WorkSafeBC approved amendments to the OHS Regulations regarding Emergency Procedures for Hazardous Substances. These amendments went into effect on February
February 3, 2025
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The Avian Flu: How can this impact you?
Earlier this week, B.C. health officials confirmed the first human case of the H5N1 virus (aka avian influenza) in B.C. How this person became infected
November 14, 2024
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Earthquake Ready? Thursday’s 4.0 Earthquake is a Reminder to Plan
In an average year, British Columbia records several thousand earthquakes. In some places across the province, people can feel 50 of them. But even a
September 26, 2024
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Support for Wildfire Evacuees and Emergency Response
With wildfires impacting some of our British Columbia members once again, it is important to be able to support employees with information and advice. That
July 29, 2024
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B.C. Leaders and Business Celebrated at the 2024 Safety Pinnacle Awards Gala
AT the 2024 Safety Pinnacle Awards Gala, manufacturers and business leaders from across B.C. gathered to recognize the unsung heroes of the sector and beyond—the
June 20, 2024
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Introducing Safety Meta World: A new training platform for worker safety
Safety Meta World trains workers on real situations in real time—without the risks of the real world. Today, the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC announces
April 17, 2024
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Make It Safe Okanagan—Leaders and teams from 50 Interior businesses will gather Thursday for Kelowna health and safety conference
Okanagan employers to discuss world-class health, safety, and business performance strategies for emergency response, business continuity, new regulatory changes, and more. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Tuesday,
April 16, 2024
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Fine Choice Foods Receives Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence Certification
Fine Choice Foods, a leading producer of Asian-inspired foods throughout North America, today announced it has attained the Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) certification for manufacturers and food processors in British Columbia. Only one percent of food processing companies in British Columbia achieve OSSE certification, distinguishing Fine Choice Foods as an industry leader. Fine Choice Foods specializes in spring rolls, gyoza dumplings, and the original apple pie roll under the SUMM! brand.
March 13, 2024
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Small Business People First AwardSmall Business People First Award This award recognizes a small business member organization for excellence in going above and beyond regulatory requirements, making a positive impact on workplace culture with demonstrated leadership. Submit a Nomination Now Award Requirements & Guidelines Eligibility Awarded to a MSABC member* or OSSE certified organization with fewer than 20 employees. […]
Manufacturing Safety Innovator AwardManufacturing Safety Innovator Award This award recognizes a company for innovation in safety based on any or all of the following categories: OHS management systems, health & safety training, wellness programs, and culture. Submit a Nomination Now Award Requirements & Guidelines Eligibility Awarded to a MSABC member* or OSSE certified organization. Criteria This award recognizes […]
Fantastic Four Risk Control Leader AwardFantastic Four Risk Control Leader Award This award recognizes a company for implementing solutions in three key manufacturing risk areas—AND leadership in integrating health and safety into their business culture. Submit a Nomination Now Award Requirements & Guidelines Eligibility Awarded to any MSABC member* or OSSE certified organization. Criteria This award recognizes a company for […]
Joint Health and Safety Committee Excellence AwardJoint Health & Safety Committee Excellence Award This award recognizes a company’s JHSC team for excellence in achieving health and safety goals above and beyond regulatory requirements, making a positive impact on workplace culture with demonstrated team leadership. Submit a Nomination Now Award Requirements & Guidelines Eligibility Awarded to a Joint Health & Safety Committee […]
