In response to evolving healthcare needs and the growing complexity of pre-hospital care, British Columbia’s Ministry of Health issued Ministerial Order M292 in September 2022, amending the Emergency Medical Assistants Regulation to broaden the legal scope of practice for Emergency Medical Assistants (EMAs), including Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs). These changes were designed to strengthen the province’s…
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A Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is a vital component of a safe and compliant workplace, designed to bring together employer and worker representatives to identify and address health and safety issues. Mandated in British Columbia, these committees play a key role in promoting a culture of safety, reviewing incidents, conducting workplace inspections, and…
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WorkSafeBC issued a press release last week urging construction employers to take fall protection seriously. They noted more than 1,000 construction workers were injured in falls from elevation in 2024. “Falls from elevation can happen from a roof or scaffold to a ladder or truck bed — often due to inadequate protection, not following safe-work…
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As a parent, ensuring your child’s safety is a top priority, and having proper first aid training can make all the difference in an emergency. The Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR/AED (Level C) course is an essential certification for parents, equipping them with life-saving skills such as CPR, wound care, and how…
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