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The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is closely monitoring the impact of Covid-19 for our employees, members, and the manufacturing and food processing industries in

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March 13, 2020 No Comments

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Data-driven safety investments help Mission Hill stay ahead By Ada Slivinski – In the B.C. Interior, Mission Hill is one of the three largest commercial

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October 3, 2019 No Comments
Safety Pinnacle Awards CriteriaSafety Pinnacle Awards Criteria Safety Pinnacle Awards Criteria Starting with the Topaz award and graduating to the Diamond, each award is measured with criteria that demonstrates the commitment of the recipients’ leadership to the safety and well-being of their workers. We gather annually to celebrate the success of companies who have achieved excellence in safety […]
ContactHow can we help? The level of professional commitment offered by the Alliance staff is outstanding. The immediacy, and the depth of their reply to any inquiry I’ve ever made has been excellent – always! — 2021 Member Survey — Read more testimonials Chilliwack – Head Office 12-8465 Harvard Place Chilliwack, BC V2P 7Z5 T […]
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 is still under investigation, however, the BC Centre for Disease Control believes that it was transmitted from an infected bird or animal from within the province. This is an airborne […]
Fatigue Management | IntroductionFatigue is more than feeling tired and drowsy. Work fatigue is mental or physical exhaustion that reduces a person’s ability to work safely and effectively. This course explores fatigue-related risks in manufacturing, factors that influence fatigue, and solutions to mitigate the risks.
Workplace First Aid Requirements: Written First Aid AssessmentA brief video by WorkSafeBC that outlines the process of conducting and documenting that assessment.
Employee Benefits Program | Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC MembersAlliance Care A Group Benefits Cooperative Employee wellness is a vital factor in keeping teams healthy and safe at work. An effective benefits program supports employee wellbeing and long term retention. In fact, benefits are the #1 factor in employee retention and after salary, the top consideration for new hires. (Predictive Index survey). But benefits programs […]
Make It Safe 2024 Media KitPartners In Safety Media Kit for Partners Everything you need to share the news about Make It Safe 2024 Make It Safe 2024: People, Planet, and Profit will connect industry leaders, safety and HR professionals, safety committee members, students, and experts from around the world, building community and knowledge.  Join us—and use this kit to help reach more […]
Make It Safe Vancouver Island 2024 – Photo GalleryMake It Safe 2024 Photo Gallery Make It Safe Vancouver Island | Victoria, BC | March 1, 2024
2024 Make It Safe Vancouver | Resources PageMake It Safe Vancouver 2024 Resources Thank you for attending Make It Safe Vancouver in October. You will be able to find presenter slides, supplementary resources, and links shared for each session by day and then session name. If you require any assistance or have any questions, please feel free to reach out to [email protected]. […]
Confined Space AwarenessThis course covers core elements of a confined space program and how to manage these spaces. It is designed to provide supervisors, entrants, and attendants with the knowledge required to understand confined spaces so they can plan and carry out necessary work safely. WorkSafeBC regulation requires any employer who has confined spaces to provide employees with awareness training
Emergency Response PlanningEmergency response planning is one of the key elements to include in your occupational health and safety program. This program allows you to plan out how you would respond to an emergency in the event of, which can result in saving lives, property, revenue, etc. 
Earthquake Ready? Thursday’s 4.0 Earthquake is a Reminder to PlanIn an average year, British Columbia records several thousand earthquakes. Somewhere in the province, people feel 50 of them. But even a 4.0 earthquake like the one registered this morning off Vancouver Island is a reminder to plan ahead and prepare our teams for the potential of a sizable earthquake. Emergency Planning Support Is your […]