Worker pulled through woodchipper Slide show of an accident investigation where a worker died after being pulled into a woodchipper. The accident is described using the actual photos from the scene. (2 min 43 s)

			Toxic Plant Warnings From WorkSafeBC Many plants produce toxic substances that can affect workers who handle the plants.

			Hazard Alert 06-09 (Injury) Chasing shoplifter results in injury

			WorkSafe Bulletin 06-04 Hydrofluoric acid used by graffiti artists can cause severe burns. (PDF 96 KB)

			Rights and Responsibilities Program Demand Safety - for young workers This self-paced, interactive program helps new and young workers understand their health and safety rights and responsibilities in the workplace. It builds on the work done in Student WorkSafe Planning 10, and supports curricula at the grade 11-12 level.

			Traffic Safety Around Schools and Playgrounds From the City of Richmond As the new school year begins, it’s important for drivers to review these safety tips. Available in English (PDF 961 KB) and Chinese (PDF 3.8 MB).

			OHS Guideline Updates Guidelines for the following were recently revised or added:     •    •    •  Implementing ergonomics (MSI) requirements Welding fumes Automotive lifts

			Regulatory Amendments effective August 15, 2006 Amendments to OHS Regulation Part 12: Tools, Machinery, & Equipment Regulations on automotive lifts and other vehicle supports have been amended.

			Raising the Bar Saturday, Nov. 25 - Richmond, B.C. Raising the Bar is a conference for Trade Safety Coordinators, Construction Safety Officers, and Site Safety Coordinators.

			Review status information now available online For clients of the WorkSafeBC Review Division Completed reviews will be displayed on screen with a link to a PDF copy of the written decision. For reviews in progress, you can find out the status of the review, which respondents and representatives are involved, and due dates for submissions and review completion.

			Available at the WorkSafeBC Library Suggestions from the librarian The WorkSafeBC Library is a resource for WorkSafeBC employees and the general public. Materials can be searched using the online catalogue.     • Preventing and Responding to Violence at Work   • Chemical Hazards of the Workplace   • Risk Communication: A Handbook for Communicating Environmental, Safety, and Health Risks

			Site Safety Officer Program: September 25-29, 2006 From the British Columbia Safety Council This program is designed for entry level safety personnel, supervisors, and safety committee members. It provides overviews of the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation to give participants a basic understanding of compliance and unsafe acts or conditions. (PDF 153 KB)

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