Guarding for woodworking Effective point-of-operation safeguarding and safe work practices can help to prevent serious injuries when using table and panel saws. (4 min 40 s)

			Public hearings: Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation Written submissions accepted until 4:30 p.m., June 29, 2007 WorkSafeBC's Board of Directors invites your feedback on proposed amendments to: Part 3 (relating to first aid); Part 4, General Conditions; Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements; Part 11, Fall Protection; Part 13, Ladders, Scaffolds and Temporary Work Platforms; Part 14, Cranes and Hoists; Part 26, Forestry Operations; and Part 30, Laboratories.

			Discussion paper: Occupational exposure limit for formaldehyde Stakeholder comments accepted until 4:30 p.m., June 29, 2007 At issue is whether to keep the occupational exposure limit (“OEL”) established in WorkSafeBC Policy R5.48-1, or adopt the threshold limit value set by American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH).

			Discussion paper: Amendments to policy on preventive measures for infectious diseases Stakeholder comments accepted until June 8, 2007 At issue is how to ensure that appropriate compensation is provided to workers exposed to infectious diseases and to clarify the process so it can be implemented in practice.

			OHS Guideline update Guideline G12.70, Panic bars on driven-feed chippers, has been temporarily removed pending further consultation with affected stakeholders. A revised guideline will be issued after consultation.

			WorkSafe Bulletin 07-03 Exposure to flour dust at work can cause asthma Bakery workers are exposed to allergens in flour dust, particularly when weighing and pouring, and when operating dough mixers. The concentration of airborne flour dust can be more than 200 times the occupational exposure limit.

			WorkSafe Bulletin 07-04 Notice to anyone who operates a crane Register with the BC Association for Crane Safety (BCACS) before July 1, 2007. Starting July 1, 2007, crane operators must have a document from the BCACS indicating either that they are either fully certified or that they are registered for assessment.

			WorkSafe Magazine: May / June 2007 edition This issue includes articles on orientation and training for new workers; the role of WorkSafeBC officers; how to care for respirators; and precautions for avoiding the spread of infectious diseases at work.

			National Institute for Farm Safety: 2007 Conference Penticton Lakeside Resort and Convention Centre, June 24 to 28, 2007 Hosted by the Farm and Ranch Safety and Health Association (FARSHA), the conference will raise farmers’ awareness of research, programs, and resources for improving health and safety.

			WorkSafeBC 2006 Annual Report and 2007–2009 Service Plan President David Anderson reports that in 2006, WorkSafeBC “met the majority of our strategic, operational, and financial goals; responded effectively to challenges that emerged in 2005; and continued to work toward lowering the injury rate — while providing compassionate, supportive service to our customers.”

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