Operator dies in skidder rollover This skidder rolled 400 feet down a slope. The operator's damaged seat belt couldn't protect him. (The slideshow player has been redesigned. Now it’s easier to share, and you can play full screen. Please give us your feedback.)

			Proposed amendments to policy on variable shift workers WorkSafeBC seeks stakeholder feedback Comment on the options and draft policy amendments by February 23, 2009.

			Hazard Alert – Fatality 2009-03 Worker dies when struck by board after kickback

			Hazard Alert – Injury 2009-02 Young worker crushed by falling railcar door

			Hazard Alert – Fatalities / Injuries 2009-01 Working in traffic control zones – Be prepared for high risk!

			WorkSafe Bulletin - WS 2009-01 Soaker pads are not for repositioning

			Hazard Alert – Fatality 2008-26 Worker dies, three others injured in boat crash

			Hazard Alert – Fatality 2008-25 Worker dies after being thrown back by concrete pump hose

			Hazard Alert – Fatality 2008-24 Teacher burned when solvent in parts washer catches fire

			Hazard Alert – Fatality 2008-23 Worker dies after being struck by reversing dump truck

			Hazard Alert – Fatality 2008-22 Worker dies when rubber-tired skidder rolls down slope

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			WorkSafe Magazine for January/February 2009 In this issue: confined spaces, working in bear country, hypothermia, refusing unsafe work, and more.

			WorkSafeBC speaks your language Korean service now available Korean service is now available through the translated link at the top of the WorkSafeBC.com home page. (Service is also available in traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese, French, Punjabi, Spanish, and Vietnamese.)

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