Summer safety tips from WorkSafeBC All of us at WorkSafeBC wish you and your family a safe and healthy summer – and a Happy Canada Day. Please keep these safety tips in mind and pass them along to your family and friends.

			Sun Safety for Outdoor Workers From the Canadian Dermatology Association Three videos describe who gets skin cancer, how to prevent it, and how to spot the first signs.

			Preventing Heat Stress At Work From WorkSafeBC Many jobs require working in the heat – both indoors and outdoors – particularly in the hot summer months. This booklet contains essential information on how to prevent, recognize, and treat heat stress. In English, Punjabi, Vietnamese, Chinese, or Spanish.

			BoatSmart, Canada! The Canadian Red Cross Boat Smart website The Canadian Red Cross urges all boaters to drop their excuses and wear a lifejacket each time you go boating. This website has information you’ll need to select the right lifejacket for each member of your family.

			Summer Food Safety From Health Canada Cooking outside at picnics, at barbeques, and on camping trips is one of the best things about summer. Follow these food safety tips to minimize the risk of being infected by foodborne bacteria (which multiply more quickly in warm weather).

			How can I protect myself from West Nile Virus? From the BC Centre for Disease Control Removing mosquito-friendly areas from your yard is just one of the simple things you can do to protect your family this summer.

			Driving Tips for Summer Trips From the Canada Safety Council Canadians often travel long distances when they go on vacation. These tips will help you and your family stay safe on the road.

			Bear Safety From BC Parks A bag of garbage or unattended food on a picnic table may be irresistible to bears who pass through campgrounds. Take some simple precautions to avoid dangerous bear encounters.

			Lawn Mower Safety From the American Academy of Pediatrics The power lawn mower is one of the most dangerous tools around your home. Follow these recommendations to prevent lawn mower injuries to children.

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