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Do your employees drive for work? Employers are responsible for helping keep workers safe on the road. Encouraging seat belt use is one simple way to support safer work-related driving. Learn more: ms.spr.ly/6010QqQg0 #BuckleUpBC @RoadSafetyBC @RoadSafetyAtWork

High school students, enter WorkSafeBC’s Student Safety Video Contest for a chance to win prizes up to $10,000 and awards for you and your school. This year’s theme is” Use your voice for safety ”— what will you say when something feels unsafe at work? Submit your original production video (up to 2 minutes) by April 2, 2026. More info here: ms.spr.ly/6012Qb4cA. In partnership with @seaspanulc, @actsafe, @manusafebc, and @londondrugs #SVCWorkSafeBC

Musculoskeletal injuries remain the most common workplace injury in B.C. Over a five-year period, WorkSafeBC accepted more than 88,000 time-loss claims for musculoskeletal injuries, resulting in over $2.35 billion in claim costs Employers have a responsibility to assess MSI risks and take steps to eliminate or minimize them by: ✔️ Assessing tasks with repetitive motion, heavy/awkward lifting, or sustained postures ✔️ Involving workers and joint health and safety committees ✔️ Encouraging early reporting when symptoms first appear Visit our ergonomics webpage for more information and resources: ms.spr.ly/6015QWfQd Check out the full news release here: ms.spr.ly/6012QWfQY

Whether it’s a barista opening the café, a retail worker on closing shift, or a delivery driver on the road—many workers in B.C. spend part of their day working alone. Employers have a responsibility to keep lone workers safe. That means: ✅ Having regular check-in procedures ✅ Providing a way to call for help if emergencies occur and workers require immediate assistance ✅ Ensuring workers know what to do if something goes wrong Keeping workers safe on the job means no one should ever feel alone when it comes to safety. 👉 Learn more about working alone safely at ms.spr.ly/6019QeoPt

High school students: Want to challenge yourself and win a prize? Participate in the 2026 WorkSafeBC Student Safety Video Contest. The theme this year is “Use Your Voice for Safety”. 🏆 $10,000 in prize money for students + schools. 🎬 Video can be up to two minutes long. 🗓️ Deadline: 5 p.m., Thursday, April 2, 2026. Learn more: ms.spr.ly/6016Qb4ks Co-sponsored by @Seaspan, @actsafe, @manusafebc, and @LondonDrugs #SVCWorkSafeBC

🚧Feeling unsafe on the job? In BC, workers have the right to refuse unsafe work, and employers are required to take it seriously. Whether it’s a hazardous condition, lack of equipment or unsafe procedures, if you believe there’s a risk, you have the right to stop and speak up. Here's what to do: Step 1: Stop the work - Immediately stop the potentially unsafe work and report the concern right away to your supervisor or employer. They must investigate and fix the issue if possible. If they don’t agree it’s unsafe, they report back to you and explain why or why not. Step 2: Investigate together - If it’s still not resolved, you and your employer investigate the issue with a worker or union representative. Step 3: Contact WorkSafeBC - If the concern still isn’t resolved after completing step 1 and 2, contact WorkSafeBC. A prevention officer will investigate the issue and take necessary action. Learn more about refusing unsafe work: ms.spr.ly/6016Qitpe

High school teachers, did you know your students can win cash prizes and awards for a project? WorkSafeBC’s Student Safety Video Contest is open to B.C. students in Grades 8–12 (with a teacher or youth sponsor) This year’s theme is “Use your voice for safety” and students create an original video (up to 2 minutes) for a chance to win up to $10,000 in cash prizes for themselves and their school/youth organizations 🗓️ Deadline: 5 p.m., Thursday, April 2, 2026 For more details: worksafebc.com/en/health-safe… In partnership with @Seaspan, @actsafe, @manusafebc, and @LondonDrugs. #SVCWorkSafeBC

In advance of #InternationalWomensDay we have an Industry Perspectives Op-Ed from @WorkSafeBC that dives into women on the frontlines of construction safety. tinyurl.com/ywtfhj45

High school teachers, are you looking for an educational and fun project for your students? Encourage them to participate in WorkSafeBC’s Student Safety Video Contest for a chance to win prizes. This year’s theme is “Use your Voice for Safety.” Submit an authentic video exploring the importance of young workers speaking up for safe practices at work. Entries close Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 For more details: ms.spr.ly/6016Qb4Es Co-sponsored by @Seaspan , @actsafe, @manusafebc, and @LondonDrugs. #SVCWorkSafeBC

Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) caused by everyday activities such as lifting, reaching, or repetitive movements remain the most common workplace injury in B.C. These injuries significantly impact workers across multiple industries including health care, construction, retail, and transportation, as they may face reduced quality of life, long-term or chronic disability, and psychological impacts. “Making MSI prevention part of everyday occupational health and safety practices is critical,” says Todd McDonald, Head of Prevention Services at WorkSafeBC. “Employers should look closely at tasks that involve repetitive motion, heavy or awkward lifting, or sustained postures, and then identify practical ways to reduce those risks.” Learn more about employer responsibility, WorkSafeBC’s inspectional focus and access multiple resources in our latest news release: ms.spr.ly/6019Qb3DV

A respectful workplace is everyone’s responsibility. Bullying and harassment aren’t always obvious and can take many forms, including verbal aggression, personal attacks, and intimidation. On #PinkShirtDay, we are standing with workplaces across B.C. to raise awareness about bullying and harassment and to promote respectful, inclusive cultures where everyone feels safe and valued. For tools and resources to help prevent and respond to workplace bullying and harassment, visit: ms.spr.ly/6015QZOSJ

The right message can spark a conversation and help keep safety top of mind. WorkSafeBC’s newest safety posters are designed to be clear, practical, and easy to act on. From workers’ rights to preventing slips, trips, and falls, these tools help build awareness and strengthen workplace safety culture. Learn how clear, engaging safety messaging is helping build awareness and strengthen workplace culture across B.C.: ms.spr.ly/6010QzfO8

A successful return to work is built on early communication, empathy, and collaboration. Checking in isn’t about pressure — it’s about staying connected, listening, and finding safe, suitable work that supports recovery. When employers take a proactive, people-first approach, return-to-work becomes a positive experience — strengthening trust, morale, and workplace continuity. Learn more about return to work : ms.spr.ly/6013QzfEZ

Musculoskeletal injuries are common in retail and preventable. In B.C., MSIs account for 38% of retail claims, compared to 34% across all industries. New tools developed with the Retail Council of Canada are helping retailers better assess risks, train workers, and put practical controls in place. At Coastal Riders in Surrey, small design and workflow changes make a meaningful difference: keeping heavy inventory close to where it’s needed, using wheeled display cases, and training staff to lift safely and use the right tools. The result is less strain, earlier reporting, and safer work that supports people over the long term. Learn more: ms.spr.ly/6011Qz4lB

Crane safety starts with competency. WorkSafeBC officers are reminding employers that crane safety depends on clear competency assessments and strong supervision plans. Reviewing training records, matching skills to specific equipment, and accounting for site-specific hazards all play a role in keeping worksites safe. Learn what effective crane operator competency looks like and how it helps prevent incidents before they happen : ms.spr.ly/6016Qz4nG

What makes a safety video stand out? A fresh idea, a clear safety message, and a story that feels real. WorkSafeBC’s Student Safety Video Contest has been planting seeds of safety awareness for two decades, and this year’s theme, “Use Your Voice for Safety,” invites students to show what speaking up can look like at work. Take a peek behind the scenes and learn about making award-winning videos from organizers and contest winner, Griffin 👉 Learn how to enter and what makes a winning video: ms.spr.ly/6019QzOQJ

The Winter 2025 issue of WorkSafe Magazine is now available ❄️ This issue shares practical guidance and real-world examples to help employers and workers build safer, healthier workplaces across B.C. Inside, you’ll find simple, practical ideas for preventing common injuries, sharing safety messages that connect, supporting crane operators, and helping injured workers return to work safely and stay connected. 📖 Read the latest issue: ms.spr.ly/6013QMoFv 📬 Subscribe to receive future issues online or in print: ms.spr.ly/6010QMoF2

⏰ Last chance to apply for the 2026 Research Grants Program! Don’t miss your opportunity to bring your research or idea to life. We’re supporting projects that drive innovation, improve workplace safety, and strengthen recovery outcomes for workers and employers. Our funding streams include: ✅ Ralph McGinn Postdoctoral Fellowship ✅ Research Training Awards ✅ Applied Innovation ✅ Proof of Principle & Prototyping ✅ Exploratory Research 🗓 Applications close January 16, 2026. Apply today at: ms.spr.ly/6019txK8t

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This is the pile of demo’d barns and offices on the #cloverdale fairgrounds. It seems the need for demolition permits, the required fire safety demo plan and @WorkSafeBC asbestos inspections didn’t get done. I wonder who delivers the stop work order today? @TomZillich #bcpoli

In 2026, WorkSafeBC’s average base premium rate will remain unchanged for the ninth consecutive year, while an estimated $570 million in surplus funds will be returned to employers by pricing premium rates below system costs. Read more in our latest news release: ms.spr.ly/6012tFvW2