Safety Basics

Safety Basics

Safety Talk: Managing Wildfire Smoke Exposure

Summers in much of B.C. are increasingly hotter and drier, leading to more frequent and intense wildfires. Wildfire smoke has become a significant environmental and psychological hazard that workplaces and communities must manage. As a worker, it's crucial to be prepared and take measures to manage the effects of wildfire smoke and minimize exposure.

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WHMIS Pictogram

This poster helps workers understand the different hazards associated with the various products they may be using in the workplace. Print and post it in chemical storage areas, staff areas, or on Safety Notice Boards to promote a deeper understanding of product hazards.

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WHIMIS For Workers Video

This video helps workers understand the primary changes to WHMIS 2015 — new hazard classes, new labelling requirements, and a revised safety data sheet format — as well as the responsibilities of their employers to provide education and training

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WHIMIS For Employers Video

This video explains the primary changes to WHMIS 2015: new hazard classes, new labelling requirements, and a revised safety data sheet format. It also describes your responsibilities as an employer and the phases of implementation.

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Equipment/Machinery Pre-trip & Post-trip Template

The Equipment/Machinery Pre-trip & Post-trip Template serves as a versatile tool for workplaces, offering a customizable framework to conduct inspection and maintenance checks before and after equipment or machinery operation.

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Ski Area Safety Talk: Snow Sports Injury Reduction – Snow School

This safety talk provides safety tips to reduce snow sport injuries.

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Ski Safety Talk: Blank Template

go2HR developed this safety talk template for employers to customize and use for any topic in their organization. The Participant Handout should include information that you hope the worker will retain from the safety talk content and should be handed out during the safety talk for workers to reference later. Feel free to use it at your discretion.

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Safety Talk for Ski Areas: Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)

Designed to reduce the chances of long-term mental health struggles arising after a critical incident, CISM is a response program within the Canadian Mountain Community where peer responders facilitate in-person or virtual group debriefs and/or one-on-one conversations with individuals who need support after experiencing a critical incident during work.

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Ski Area Poster: “Get a handle on the load!”

This informative poster complements the Ski Area Safety Talks. Print and display in your staff areas. These simple tips will help keep your team safe and injury free when working on the slopes.

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Winter Driving Resources

Stay safe and prepared on the roads in winter with expert tips, guides, and essential resources.