Health & Safety
Tips for Preventing the Spread of Flu at Work During The Winter
The annual flu season impacts our industry each year by affecting our staffing levels, guest experience and our ability to control communicable diseases in the workplace Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious, respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses.
Staying Safe During High Temperatures
As temperatures soar during the summer months, employers need to be aware of the heat. Heat is a workplace hazard and can cause heat-related illnesses when workers spend prolonged periods outside.
Safety Champion Sets Example For Young Peers
To recognize extraordinary safety leadership qualities in the ski industry, go2HR and the Canada West Ski Areas Association (CWSAA) annually present the Young Safety Mogul Award. It recognizes the vital role young health and safety advocates can play in influencing their peers.
Record Keeping
As an employer, you’re required to keep health and safety records and statistics on file, including inspections, incident investigations, first aid treatments, and training records.
Occupational Health & Safety Program Gap Analysis
If you are registered in the Certificate of Recognition (COR) program and feel ready to proceed towards your COR certification audit, you may choose to schedule a complimentary, on-site Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) program gap analysis session.
COR External Auditors
Companies seeking certification must retain a go2HR certified External Auditor to perform an external audit. Trained and certified by go2HR, these External Auditors are independent consultants selected and paid for by the companies requesting their services.
Expand your Health & Safety Skills – NEW Training Courses
Do you want to know more about how to manage stress at the workplace or how to respond to difficult customer interactions? Are you responsible for hazard identification or implementing a violence prevention policy at your workplace?
Events & Awards
See Events & Awards for Health & Safety here.
New and Young Worker Resources
Find the resources for new and young workers here
Communicable Disease Prevention Plans
BC employers may begin to transition away from posting a copy of a COVID-19 safety plan at their workplace towards a broader communicable disease prevention approach.