OHS 101
This is the first step in managing workplace risk.
What is hazard identification
To help protect workers from exposure to this hazardous material, training, certification, and licensing requirements came into effect in British Columbia on January 1, 2024.
What is asbestos
This regulation is set to go into effect on January 4, 2027.
What is combustible dust.
PLT
Prevention Leadership Team
PPS is the acronym for this department
Prevention, Programs & Services
Hard hats, safety glasses and gloves are common examples of equipment known by this three-letter acronym.
What is PPE
Once this certificate expires, you must stop performing work within its scope, though you may still renew it for up to 12 months after expiry.
What is an asbestos certificate
Before regulations change, WorkSafeBC wants to hear from workers, employers, and stakeholders through this activity.
What is public consultation.
DSO
What is Prevention Divisional Strategy and Operations
This tool tracks strategies, initiatives, projects and work items across PPS.
What is the Work Activity Tracker
This workplace health and safety framework ranks hazard controls from most effective to least effective
What is the hierarchy of controls
This asbestos credential is required for those whose scope of practice includes conducting asbestos surveys.
What is Level S Certification
This online platform is where stakeholders can learn about consultations and submit feedback on proposed changes.
What is the WorkSafeBC Engagement Hub?
SPARC
What is SPeed, Agility, Rapid Change
This is the theme of today's All-Staff event.
What is Discover PPS
This is the most effective level in the hierarchy of controls
What is elimination
Out-of-province first aid attendants seeking recognition in British Columbia must complete this package demonstrating knowledge of BC requirements.
What is the Jurisprudence Package
When a provincial election is called, WorkSafeBC generally takes this action with ongoing consultations.
What is pausing them
WHRAPS
WorkSafeBC, Human Resources and Payroll System.
Presentations, consultation, resource development and small initiative funding are all examples of ways PPS supports these external partners.
What are Health and Safety Associations (or Industry Associations).
Workplace violence, harassment and excessive workload are examples of these.
What are psychosocial hazards.
This Canadian-developed occupational analysis model is based on the principle that expert workers are the best source for defining the competencies of their profession.
What is DACUM?
When regulatory amendments are underway, you may hear this four-letter acronym used for the working group involved.
What is Regulatory Amendment Working Group
STC
What is the Staff Travel and Course/Conference Authorization Form
When work is ongoing or recurring and requires knowledge transfer, shared tools, and stewardship over time, PPS may use this type of stream.
What is a Community of Practice