BC Construction Safety Alliance

Take a proactive approach to workplace safety through COR® certification. COR® is a voluntary employer certification program that acknowledges companies who commit to a high standard in occupational health and safety. Establish and sustain an effective OHSMS to demonstrate your commitment to safety. Contact cor@bccsa.ca today and start your journey towards COR® certification. #ProactiveSafety #COR®Certification #SafeWorkplace

We’re thrilled to announce the latest updates to the Silica Control Tool®, designed to keep you informed and supported in managing silica exposure in construction. These enhancements, effective as of November 28, 2024, incorporate new data and features to help improve workplace safety and compliance. https://bit.ly/3CSEvNV

Are you a concrete pump operator? 🏗️ To work on BC jobsites, WorkSafeBC requires you to be certified! The Certified Concrete Pump Operator (CCPO) Program is the only recognized certification for pump operators in British Columbia. Start your certification today by visiting our CCPO Portal: https://bit.ly/3dsLg8W For more information and to learn about program policies, check out our website: www.ccpo.ca. Stay safe, stay certified! #CCPO #ConcretePumpOperator #WorkSafeBC #ConstructionCertification #ConcreteSafety #ConstructionIndustry #StayCertified #SafetyFirst #BCCSA #BuildSafe

Wishing You a Safe and Joyful Holiday Season! 🎄 As the year comes to a close, the BC Construction Safety Alliance extends our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones this holiday season. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to safety in 2024. We look forward to continuing to work together to build safer worksites and stronger communities in the new year. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2025! Warmest regards, The BC Construction Safety Alliance Team

WorkSafeBC Board of Directors Approves Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation At its November 2024 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. These amendments, including changes to Part 16, Mobile Equipment, specifically regarding three-point seat belts, will come into effect on March 31, 2025. To help stakeholders understand the updates, strikethrough versions of the amendments with explanatory notes are now available. In these documents, deletions are marked with a strikethrough, while additions are displayed in bold text and highlighted in yellow. 📄 Access the approved amendments and explanatory notes here: https://bit.ly/4gKwGbz 📢 Review stakeholder feedback from the public hearing process here: https://bit.ly/4gAWh6O

BCCSA is excited to announce the launch of our new First Aid Assessment App – designed specifically to support construction employers in BC! Every workplace in BC needs a written first aid assessment, and our app simplifies the process. Use it to: ✅ Determine and document the necessary first aid equipment, supplies, and facilities ✅ Tailor your first aid needs based on your workplace's unique requirements ✅ Stay compliant with OHS regulations. Don’t miss out on this essential tool for safety and compliance – check it out today! https://bit.ly/4eyi8tY 🔍 For more info, consult G3.16 of the OHS Guidelines!

Starting February 3, 2025, amendments to Part 5 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation will come into effect. These changes are designed to enhance clarity and further mitigate risks to workers and others during emergencies involving hazardous substances. To help affected employers prepare, we’ve provided a resource that outlines the changes in detail. The resource is available here: https://bit.ly/3DdH1hI Additionally, new OHS Guidelines are being developed to support employers in meeting the updated requirements. These guidelines will be available on the same day the amendments take effect—February 3, 2025. For more information and to access the overview of the changes, please refer to the attached resource or visit https://bit.ly/3DdH3Gm #WorkplaceSafety #EmergencyPlanning #OHSRegulation

🌟 Need safety advice for your construction business? Look no further! 🏗️ Our RSA Services offer FREE consultations to address your safety questions, provide practical assistance, and help to develop a safety program aligned with COR® Program requirements. 🛡️ Connect with an RSA today for expert guidance! Call 1.800.630.2664 or email rsa@bccsa.ca. #SafetyConsultation #ConstructionSafety #CORProgram

We’re thrilled to announce the latest updates to the Silica Control Tool®, designed to keep you informed and supported in managing silica exposure in construction. These enhancements, effective as of November 28, 2024, incorporate new data and features to help improve workplace safety and compliance. https://bit.ly/3CSEvNV

BCCSA is Making Headlines Again! 🚨 The BCCSA is back in the news, tackling one of the construction industry’s biggest challenges: musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs). 📰 Why the buzz? We just launched 11 brand-new stretch videos designed for construction workers. These exercises are simple, effective, and take just 1 minute each — making them a powerful tool in the fight against MSIs, which account for: 📉 30% of all WorkSafeBC time-loss claims 💸 Over $2 billion in costs from 2019 to 2023 Erin Linde, BCCSA’s Director of Health and Safety Services, shared her vision: “We know employers want to take action, but finding the right resources can be a challenge. These tools are a practical starting point to build a safer, healthier workplace.” 👉 Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4fnS4Cz #BCCSA #ConstructionSafety #InjuryPrevention #MSIPrevention #WorkSafe