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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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September 23, 2022 No Comments
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.
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.
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.
Checklist for Working from HomeIf employees work from home, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure their health and safety.
NIDMAR Building a Culture of Accommodation in the WorkplaceDisability management | Building a culture of accommodation in the workplace.
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.
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.
Health and Safety TrainingSelf-paced, Classroom, and Conference Training OptionsUpcoming Classes Safety Training | eLearning and Classroom Topics Health and safety training for your business—explore 60+ topics online. Schedule 8-hour certificate training for new JHSC members. Specialized training for supervisors. Technical safety topics. Basic safety training in 5 languages. Choose your format: online training in self-paced eLearning or virtual […]
Strength Beyond the Shop Floor: Why Psychological First Aid Matters for Men in ManufacturingJune is Men’s Mental Health Month—and in male-dominated industries like manufacturing, addressing mental health is critical to keeping workers safe.  What do we know about men’s mental health? The suicide rate for men is approximately three times higher than women. (Public Health Agency of Canada, 2023) Of the estimated 4,500 suicide deaths in Canada each […]
New Faces on the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC Board of DirectorsThe Board of Directors play a vital role in the governance and strategic direction for the critical support provided to industry by the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC. At our AGM on May 21, we welcomed two new members to the board and thanked two retiring board members. Joining the board are… Amit Chhabra President […]
Safety Community GiveawayThis summer, we’re celebrating our safety community by giving away tickets to the Vancouver Bandits—Vancouver’s professional basketball team based in Langley, BC! Show us your safety spirit and you can be entered into various draws throughout this year’s Canadian Elite Basketball League Season, running through until August follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or subscribe […]
Breaking Down the Roadblocks to COR Certification for Small Businesses