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Vancouver Asbestos Memorial

The Asbestos Memorial

The first monument in North America to honour the thousands who have died (and continue to suffer and die) from asbestos exposure, Vancouver’s Asbestos Memorial

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Centrepoint Learning Course | Align, Grow, ProsperA course offered by Centrepoint Learning. Discount available for Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC Members.
Daneen Skilling ScholarshipDaneen Skilling Scholarship for Studies in Occupational Health and Safety Julie Cole Bursary > This is an annual award in honour of Ms. Daneen Skilling, a dedicated and professional leader to business and community in ensuring workplaces are safe and healthy. Ms. Skilling served as Chair, Board of Directors of the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of […]
Julie Cole BursaryDaneen Skilling Scholarship > Julie Cole Bursary for Studies in Occupational Health and Safety The loss of Julie Cole in 2020 left a hole in the safety community of British Columbia. An external auditor for the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC and health and safety manager, a principal consultant and safety trainer, and Manager of […]
Office ergonomics Self-assessment checklistThe goal of this self-assessment checklist is to help you to set up your office optimally for your self-productivity. This checklist is for reference only and does not replace an ergonomics workstation assessment carried out by a professional ergonomist.
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.
BC Employers Training GrantA cost-sharing grant program for employers supporting skills developing and training for their employees, including new hires.
Open Learning ClassesPublic Safety Training Classes Getting employees out of the workplace reduces distractions and can lead to out of the box thinking—and with Open Learning, you can purchase training by the seat for any number of participants. In sessions with students from multiple companies, employees also experience increased peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities. Browse our upcoming […]
SMW | Canadian OHS Regulations for Workplace InspectionsSAFETY META WORLD Canadian OHS Regulations for Workplace Inspections British Columbia Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba Ontario Quebec New Brunswick Prince Edward Island Nova Scotia Newfoundland & Labrador Yukon Northwest Territories & Nunavut Federal / Federally Regulated Companies​ British Columbia Regulations Workers Compensation Act Part 2 Occupational Health and Safety BC’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulation BC’s […]
Home | Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC – Expert Health and Safety SupportHealth and safety training and support for B.C. 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 health and safety advisors. The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is the not-for-profit health and safety association […]
Health and Safety TrainingSelf-paced, Classroom, and Conference Training OptionsMAKE IT SAFE | Interactive workshops for people and safety leaders and safety committees at MIS Vancouver Island Mar 31 and Okanagan April 23.Save Your Seats Safety Training | eLearning and Classroom Topics Health and safety training for your business—explore 50+ topics online. Schedule 8-hour certificate training for new JHSC […]
Mental Health Management for LeadersIn this half-day, instructor-led workshop for leaders, learn to recognize and overcome the stigma surrounding mental health. Understand the impact of mental health and mental illness on your team and on your own work—and how to respond to a worker in distress.