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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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Crane + Rigging Safety: Overhead Crane Regulatory RequirementsIn this webinar with WorkSafeBC, get details and information on how to keep your workers safe when using rigging, hoists, and overhead cranes in manufacturing.

Free Member TrainingMembers: Try New Training for Free Membership has its benefits. As a new member benefit, you now get free introductory access to new eLearning courses (and select classroom courses) for a limited time. Gain new skills, earn certifications, or simply expand your knowledge with practical training on a wide range of topics. Check back regularly for new […]

Make It Safe Youth Challenge Submission PortalMake It Safe Youth Challenge | Submission Portal Explore the dynamic field of health and safety within the manufacturing and food processing industries. Part competition, part showcase, part networking career opportunity, the Youth Challenge introduces students to safety and technology-minded employers—with over $5,000 in cash prizes! With a focus on student viewpoints and new technology, the 2025 […]

How can Lean 5S help your business?5S: Improves Productivity and Safety… AND makes your employees happier. Have you heard of Lean? Lean is a business methodology developed by Toyota. It is enormously successful. Today, many of the most successful businesses in the world practice Lean – Boeing, Caterpillar, Starbucks, Nike… and many more. In the 1980’s American researchers, engineers and academia […]

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 Oct 8-9 and Online Oct 29-30.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 members. […]

COR/OSSE Certification – Large Employershttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E Step-by-Step Guide to COR/OSSE Certification for Large Businesses The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC (Alliance) provides training and resources to help large businesses (those with 20 employees or more) every step of the way, ensuring your success in achieving and maintaining COR/OSSE certification. Step 1: Get Registered The Alliance is a certifying partner for […]

OSSE/COR Certification | Small Businesseshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E Step-by-Step Guide to Complimentary COR/OSSE Certification for Small Businesses The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC (Alliance) provides complimentary training and resources to help small businesses (those with fewer than 20 employees) every step of the way, ensuring your success in achieving and maintaining COR/OSSE certification. Step 1: Get Registered The Alliance is a certifying […]

Incident InvestigationAn effective and systematic incident investigation program is a key driver to the continuous improvement of your health and safety program, policies. This course will examine the purpose and outcomes of an incident investigation. JHSC members, managers, supervisors or employees will learn how to determine the cause or causes of incidents, to identify any related unsafe conditions or acts, and to recommend corrective actions to prevent similar incidents.

Webinar | 2025 Amendments to Emergency Response Planning RegulationsThis webinar with WorkSafeBC walks through the new implemented amendments to Part 5 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations that focus on emergency response planning—specifically related to hazardous substances.

Specialized ServicesSpecialized Services On top of the standard OHS advisory services that are available to all of our members, the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC offers a range of assessment services on industry-specific specialized programs, including: Air Quality Testing Indoor air quality has become an important health and safety concern. Depending on the materials used or […]

Stock Throughput Insurance: Protecting Your Inventory at Every Stage of the Supply ChainModern manufacturing is increasingly decentralized with the rise of complex, global supply chains. Instead of operating out of one manufacturing site, companies may now partner with contract producers, use independent logistics firms for distribution, and store materials or finished items in rented or leased facilities worldwide. For many Canadian manufacturers, inventory is often housed in […]