Safety Basics

Safety Basics

Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Workplace

This book, shows how employers can effectively manage the risks by identifying the hazards and implementing controls related to a variety of factors, including workplace design, flooring, cleaning procedures, and worker footwear.

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Carbon Monoxide Exposure from Heaters in Outdoor Dining Spaces

Risk advisory for managing potential carbon monoxide exposure from heaters in outdoor spaces from WorkSafeBC.

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Office Ergonomics Training

A practical introduction to office ergonomics, focusing on issues and injuries related to the use of computers and other office equipment. Topics include: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) Stages of MSDs MSD risks Assessing ergonomic hazards The workstation Work methods and organization The worker Exercises

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Bullying in the Workplace

This fact sheet provides information related to bullying in the workplace. It lists information on how to address bullying and gives general tips for the workplace.

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Bullying and Harassment Resource Tool Kit

We've developed this bullying and harassment resource tool kit to help employers and workers to understand their legal duties, and to prevent and address bullying and harassment in the workplace.

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Safer Social Interactions

Social interaction and getting together with others in person and online is important to our wellbeing. This information will help you decide how you would like to spend time with people inside your social group in the safest way for you. It will also help you navigate interactions with those outside your social group when you’re… Continue reading Safer Social Interactions

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Steps for Conducting a Violence Risk Assessment

This document provides the steps to conduct a violence risk assessment.

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Pandemic Planning: Reopening for Business

This e-course features an improved look and functionality to enrich your learning experience. As businesses and workplaces across Canada reopen their doors for workers and customers, it’s important to understand that the coronavirus will still be circulating so new infections are possible. Returning to the workplace will not be the same as before the COVID-19… Continue reading Pandemic Planning: Reopening for Business

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WorkSafeBC Accommodation Protocols for Returning to Operation

The following protocols offer guidance for the accommodation industry, including hotels, motels, backcountry operators, lodges, RV parks, cabins, and hostels.

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How to Reduce the Risk of Violence in the Workplace

Overview This guide is intended to help employers conduct a violence risk assessment to eliminate or reduce the risk of violence in the workplace. go2HR is BC’s tourism & hospitality, human resources and health & safety association driving strong workforces and safe workplaces that deliver world class tourism and hospitality experiences in BC. Follow us… Continue reading How to Reduce the Risk of Violence in the Workplace