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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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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.
BCCDC COVID-19 Checklist for Processing FacilitiesThis checklist is to guide processors and inspectors in evaluating COVID-19 control programs in processing facilities. Refer to the Guidance on reducing the risk of COVID-19 to workers in processing facilities for details.
Checklist for Working from HomeIf employees work from home, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure their health and safety.
Communicable Disease Prevention PlanThis template is a guide to ensure that you have considered the communicable disease prevention measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, flu, colds, and other viruses in your workplace. Although you are no longer required to maintain a formal, written plan (unless directed by Public Health), by completing this checklist, you can be confident […]
COR / OSSE Reference MaterialsOSSE/COR Reference Materials Below you will find links to our policies and procedures, standards and guidelines, the policies surrounding the use of the OSSE Seal, WorkSafeBC COR program standards and guidelines, and the WorkSafeBC Assessment Manual. OSSE Program QA Procedures V2.0 March 2025DOWNLOAD »
COR / OSSE Business Referral ProgramCOR / OSSE Business Referral Program This referral program rewards advocates for workplace health and safety in British Columbia’s supply chain. Encourage and refer your eligible subcontractors or suppliers for this free pathway to COR/OSSE certification and earn additional benefits for your business as well. Refer eligible subcontractors or supplier, and everyone benefits: A free […]
How Supporting Mental Wellbeing Strengthens Performance and SafetyLet’s Not Make It Complicated We talk a lot about mental health and wellbeing at work, but sometimes, it gets buried under policies, programs, and complex language. At its core, supporting employee mental wellbeing isn’t complicated. It’s about creating workplaces where people feel safe, valued, and able to do their best work. When employees feel […]
IMMERSIVE | Incident Investigations*** NEW | Immersive safety training *** In a realistic workplace environment, practice an incident investigation step-by-step. Through role-playing scenarios and decision points, build the skills to secure an accident scene, collect and analyze information, determine contributing factors, and complete an investigation report.