COVID-19 FAQs

As the pandemic has forced many businesses to make significant changes to operations and staffing to remain viable, the financial impact has triggered companies with employee retirement and savings plans to make temporary adjustments as part of necessary cost-saving measures. CapriCMW Group Retirement and Pension Specialists have been working with businesses to understand options they can implement while minimizing the effect on employees.

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Make it Safe Magazine

The digital OHS magazine for manufacturers and food processors In this issue Editorial OHS professionals need skills today to help protect workers from the risks

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OSSE Ongoing: Staying the Course 

Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE/COR) certification is a major achievement in establishing an effective health and safety program. But OSSE certification is not a one-time endeavour.  

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Emergency Response

Emergency Response planning

Why planning for a “someday situation” better equips you to tackle challenges today by  Lisa Thibault  Earthquakes, forest fires, flooding, and viral outbreaks are just a few of the potential emergency scenarios we face in British

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Make it Safe Magazine

The digital OHS magazine for manufacturers and food processors In this issue Editorial What we carry forward from the pandemic may be more critical than

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News Training

The case for online learning 

By Ann Conway and Lisa Thibault  Physical distancing and other restrictions to keep employees safe during the pandemic have created new challenges in scheduling on-site and classroom-based training. What has NOT changed is the

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Active ListeningEffective communication is crucial for personal and professional success, and active listening enhances the ability to truly understand, process, and respond to information. Whether in the workplace, at home, or in social interactions, strong listening skills foster deeper connections and improved collaboration. 
Respirator Inspection ChecklistA handy, printable checklist for inspection of your respirators.
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.
X-ray Inspection ToolkitA collection of checklists to help guide routine x-ray equipment inspections, including a resource for Joint Health and Safety Committees
NIDMAR Building a Culture of Accommodation in the WorkplaceDisability management | Building a culture of accommodation in the workplace.
Sponsorship OpportunitiesPartner + Sponsorship Opportunities Make connections. Deliver value. Through value-added partnership and sponsorship, the Alliance offers multiple ways to connect with BC manufacturers — and align your brand with a cause that is saving lives. Extend your reach to our members by speaking or exhibiting, network and connect with industry at member events. Align with […]
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.
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.
COR/OSSE Frequently Asked QuestionsList of Frequently Asked Questions COR/OSSE Have a question about COR/OSSE? Take a look at this brief list of some of the more common questions. If you have a question that isn’t answered below, email it to [email protected]. About Auditors How do I become a certified internal auditor? To become an internal auditor, candidates must: […]
External COR/OSSE Auditor UpdatesCOR/OSSE External Auditor Updates Find the video from the latest auditor updates, reference materials, auditing tools, and other information to help you as an External Auditor. If you have any questions or require support, please email [email protected]. COR/OSSE External Auditor Update: Essential Insights for Internal Auditors in 2026 COR/OSSE Audit Tools A list of COR/OSSE […]
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. COR/OSSE Program QA Procedures V2.0 March 2025DOWNLOAD » COR/OSSE Frequently Asked Questions January 2026
Internal COR/OSSE Auditor UpdatesCOR/OSSE Internal Auditor Updates Find the video from the latest auditor updates, reference materials, auditing tools, and other information to help you as an Internal Auditor. If you have any questions or require support, please email [email protected]. COR/OSSE Internal Auditor Update: Essential Insights for Internal Auditors in 2026 COR/OSSE Audit Tools A list of COR/OSSE […]