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Injury Prevention Resources for Metal & Non Metallic Mineral Products - General


General | Metal Fabricating | Automotive & Aircraft | Cement, Concrete, & Stone | Foundries, Smelters, & Metal Powders | Marine

Ergonomics | Eye Protection | Fall Protection | Lockout | Hearing Protection | Machine Safeguarding | Respiratory Protection | Other

The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the metal, non-metallic mineral products industries. 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.

Fall Protection

An Introduction to Personal Fall Protection Equipment BK60 (PDF 545 KB) (Updated: September 2005) space
An introduction to the proper use of personal fall protection equipment. This booklet outlines the safe use and limitations of personal fall protection equipment, including safety belts, harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC

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* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

100% Preventable: Slips, Trips, and Falls space
Demonstrates painful falls to emphasize need for more awareness and safe work procedures.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
Available from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

Background and extensive guidelines on preventing injuries from slips, trips, and falls (PDF 631 KB)space
This booklet provides background and extensive guidelines on preventing injuries from slips, trips, and falls.
Source: HSE, UK (Health and Safety Executive)



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