Worksafe Update

Lone Worker Protection
Because in an emergency every minute counts, one wastewater treatment plant is piloting a lone worker alarm system.(2 min 42 s)

Regulation Amendments

Regulations for the following have been amended:
	• • •	Definitions Illumination levels Forestry Operations and Similar Activities

OHS Guideline Updates

Several guidelines were recently added or revised:
	• •	Cranes and Hoists Forestry Operations and Similar Activities

Public hearings for proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation

Public hearings in May-June will consider amendments for:
	• • • • • • • •	Avalanches Environmental tobacco smoke Chemical agents and biological agents Cranes and hoists Transportation of workers Construction, excavation and demolition Underground workings Oil and gas

			WorkSafe Bulletin 08-04 Safety for first responders around fallen power lines

			WorkSafe Bulletin 08-03 The dangers of exposure to asbestos in vermiculite attic insulation

			Hazard Alert 2008-09 Young worker's foot amputated when leg caught in line

			Forklift Safety Tips A new series of StartSafe posters from WorkSafeBC

			Managing Safety from the Supervisor's Perspective Understanding the Four Cornerstones of Due Diligence This new WorkSafeBC publication was produced for supervisors and safety professionals as a guide to safety-related issues in their daily work environment. (PDF 709KB)

			Young and New Workers - They're worth your attention New DVD from WorkSafeBC 13 different B.C. companies share their experiences in orientation, training, and supervision of young workers.

			Be Sure...Be Safe: Safety in the Healthcare Workplace New DVD from WorkSafeBC Working alone in the community can be hazardous. These 3 video segments focus on aggressive and potentially violent patients, patient handling activities, and needle use.

			WorkSafeBC 2008 Student Video Contest - Winners Serious Injuries Stop With You View clips from this year’s winning videos.

			Rock 101 / WorkSafeBC construction safety contest I’m the Bro, You’re the Pro – June 2 to 29 Classic Rock 101 and WorkSafeBC invite construction workers to share their safety stories and ideas. Win prizes in random draws by Bro Jake.

			Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion Sunday, June 8, 2008 Help raise money for spinal cord research – participate, volunteer, or donate! The Wheelchair Challenge relay shows the daily issues faced by people living with spinal cord injury.

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