New rules to enhance safety for workers doing asbestos removal, transportation and disposal came into effect Jan. 1. The rules require asbestos-abatement employers to be…
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New return-to-work rules begin Jan. 1
New rules to ensure workers can return to a job following a workplace injury come into effect Jan. 1, 2024. The requirements will support a…
Kootenay drivers face higher risk of crashing in December
With holidays ahead, safety may be the gift that keeps on giving Tis the season to be … extra careful when driving. Crashes increase significantly…
Winter tire law prompts drivers to Shift into Winter
Changing road and weather conditions increase risk of crashing Fall’s arrival in the East Kootenay brings the return of shorter days, cooler temperatures — and…
Driving at work is dangerous so let’s make it safer
By Trace Acres Here’s something that may surprise you: Driving may be the most dangerous thing most of us do in our job, even if…
BCWS firefighter killed battling fire near Revelstoke
On July 13, at 3:30 p.m., Revelstoke RCMP was notified of a workplace fatality involving a BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) firefighter. RCMP learned that a…
Return-to-work requirements changing
Effective Jan. 1, 2024, an employer and injured worker will be required to co-operate with each other and with WorkSafeBC to ensure the worker can…
Workers and drivers both at risk in Cone Zones
Campaign kicks off with reminder that driving decisions affect lives The roadside is a workplace for tens of thousands of B.C. workers every day. And…
Hazardous work for youth rules begins Jan. 1
New regulations on the types of work that are not suitable for young workers take effect on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023. Following public and stakeholder…
Winter weather makes holiday driving risky in the Kootenays
Drivers can prevent most crashes by adjusting for winter conditions Planning to drive over the busy holiday season? Whether it’s to see family and friends…