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Too few radiation safety programs

New x-ray safety workshop How prevalent is x-ray radiation risk within the manufacturing sector? Are manufacturers equipped to address this emerging risk? The Manufacturing Safety

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Autumn 2019: Safety Education

What’s inside: X-ray safety workshop Mission Hill: data-driven safety New Osse insurance benefit Cobotix: robots reduce risk BC Ferries: BC Safety Charter profile

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OSSE/COROccupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) COR certification (and more) for manufacturers and food processors   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.  Improve your […]
COR / OSSE Registration FormCOR / OSSE Registration Eligibility COR certification to the Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence is available to all B.C. employers in these 47 manufacturing and food processing industries.  Companies in aligned industries may also be eligible to certify with the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC; please submit the form to determine your options. Key information […]
Certified OSSE External Auditor This course introduces the concepts of auditing an occupational health and safety management system and provides participants with comprehensive information on the Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) program. The course also focuses on the certification process for companies seeking OSSE certification and the WorkSafeBC rebate.
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! — Member Survey — Read more testimonials Chilliwack – Head Office 12-8465 Harvard Place Chilliwack, BC V2P 7Z5 T 604.795.9595 […]
Dust Hazard AnalysisIn this comprehensive, two-day course, learn to complete a Dust Hazard Analysis for your organization to meet the requirements of the NFPA standard and the updated B.C. Combustible Dust regulation. Register now for the next dates: September 8-9, 2025 at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster, BC.
Our PeopleOur People The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC staff is made up of highly motivated safety professionals supported by team members with occupational health and safety experience. The team is dedicated to working with industry to reduce injuries and make BC workplaces the safest in Canada. Lisa McGuire Chief Executive Officer Founder and CEO, Lisa […]
Safety Pinnacle Award nominee submissionsSafety Pinnacle Awards | Image Upload As we are preparing to celebrate the safety achievements of you and your company at this year’s Safety Pinnacle Awards Gala, please use this form to submit images and video to help us promote your achievements. Send us a scalable company logo (in EPS or AI format if possible). […]
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.
Safety and Health Week Training | Public ClassesSafety and Health Week Training MAY 5-15, 2025 Join us for Safety and Health Week public classes around the Lower Mainland in May. Schedule annual training for your JHSC or book a seat for a new safety committee member. Or choose topics for supervisors, managers, and safety reps. Book Now Book Seats Lower Mainland Public […]
Certification is Only the BeginningOn the Path to Continuous Improvement Tofino-based Creative Salmon raises organic, indigenous Chinook salmon in the waters of Clayoquot Sound. Their team first heard of the value of COR certification through an industry association meeting. To keep up with other fisheries in the region who were pursuing certification, Creative Salmon started looking into what they […]