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Expedited workplace closures – what employers can expect On April 11, 2021, an order of the provincial health officer (PHO) delegated specific powers to WorkSafeBC prevention

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Enhancing flood preparedness, response and recoveryThis page provides an overview of roles and responsibilities undertaken by provincial government, local authorities, and First Nations before, during, and after a flood.
Lean 5S Training: Certificate Workshops5S is an inexpensive approach to workplace organization that pays large dividends in safety and employee mental health as it improves productivity for higher profit. Register now for the next classes: September 17 in Kelowna or October 7 in New Westminster, B.C.
If You Do Not Manage Your Fatigue, It Will Manage YouFatigue vs. Demands Many leaders do not admit when they are tired. They feel pressure to project stamina and composure, as though leadership demands constant energy. Fatigue becomes something to conceal rather than acknowledge. But hiding depletion does not make it disappear. It simply shapes tone, judgment, presence, and relationships in ways others quietly absorb. […]
OSSE/CORCOR/OSSE Certification for Manufacturers and Food Processors The Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) Certification Take the proven path to effective injury prevention. OSSE is the Certificate of Recognition (COR) certification program for BC manufacturers and food processors.  The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is the WorkSafeBC Certifying Partner for the manufacturing sector. OSSE meets all requirements […]
WHMIS (Tagalog)Paglalarawan ng Kurso WHMIS (Tagalog) Alam mo ba kung ano ang Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)? Kung ang iyong lugar ng trabaho ay may mga mapanganib na produkto, tulad ng mga kemikal, kailangan mong magkompleto ng WHMIS training and education alinsunod sa requirements ng Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) 5.6 & 5.7.   Sinisigurado […]
Inside a cyber incident: What really happens and how to respondCyberattacks aren’t a distant threat – they’re happening every day to businesses of all sizes. But they don’t have to be catastrophic. With a clear plan and swift action, you can minimize the impact and emerge even stronger. Associate Member Acera Insurance shares some practical strategies to help our members prepare, respond effectively, and build […]
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 […]
Specialized ServicesSpecialized Services On top of the standard OHS advisory services available to all members, the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC specialists industry-specific assessments, training, and consultation—from industrial hygiene to ergonomics, confined spaces to machine safety—as well as psychological safety and leadership training and coaching. Industrial Hygiene Services Air Quality Testing Testing and assessments by a […]
Small BusinessSafety Support for Small Business Members You could go months, or even years, without an accident. But when the worst happens, the impact is devastating. Fewer than 20 employees? As a member of the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC, you are eligible for free health and safety support and templates, free safety training, and a […]