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Injury Prevention Resources for Manufacturing
The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the manufacturing industry. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.
Hearing Protection
The Hearing Video
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This video describes the types of guards available for different work situations and how their use can prevent injuries and save lives.(14 min 46 s) |
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Deaf to the Danger: Packing Plant Scenario (video)
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This video demonstrates the dangers associated with wearing earbuds on the job in a packing plant. (1 min 25 s) |
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Source: WorkSafeBC |
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Deaf to the Danger: Warehouse Scenario (video)
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This video demonstrates the dangers associated with earbuds on the job in a warehouse. (1 min 23 s) |
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Hear for good: Preventing exposure at work (PDF 1 MB)
"Noise is one of the most pervasive problems in today's occupational environment, affecting workers in manufacturing, construction, transportation, agriculture, and the military."
Source: WorkSafeBC
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A Practical Guide to Effective Hearing Conservation Programs in the Workplace
"Noise is one of the most pervasive problems in today's occupational environment, affecting workers in manufacturing, construction, transportation, agriculture, and the military."
Source: NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
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