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Health & Safety Programs
COR® Program
COR® is a voluntary employer certification program intended to motivate employers to take a proactive role in occupational health and safety. COR® certification is issued by WorkSafeBC to an employer who has successfully implemented an effective OHSMS and has passed a certification audit.
NCSO® / NHSA™ Designation
The National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO®) and National Health & Safety Administrator (NHSA™) designations offer proof of competency in construction safety at a nationally-recognized level. This program delivers practical training in a range of construction safety management skills and principles.
TCP Program
The BCCSA's Traffic Control Person (TCP) Program is British Columbia's most established training program for traffic control. We train numerous TCPs across the province. Our program offers courses for both individuals new to traffic control and those seeking renewal.
CCPO Program
Individuals who hold the Certified Concrete Pump Operator Certification (CCPO) have demonstrated their theoretical understanding of concrete pump operations, and have proven their ability to effectively apply this knowledge while working in the field.
Asbestos Worker CertificationNEW!
The government of British Columbia has introduced new asbestos worker certification regulations to enhance safety. These rules stipulate that those conducting asbestos abatement work in BC must be trained and certified, while employers are obligated to secure licenses.
Fire & Flood Restoration Program
The Fire & Flood Restoration Program (FFRP) is an initiative aimed at enhancing safety within the restoration industry. Through this program, we offer a range of safety training modules and valuable resources tailored to the needs of professionals in the restoration field.
THARR Program
The Technical High Angle Rope Rescue Program (THARRP) prepares fire department personnel in technical rope rescue techniques, specifically for rescuing workers in distress at elevated heights, such as tower crane operators.
Health & Safety Training
Training Catalogue
All instructor-led, self-paced, classroom, and online training offered by the BCCSA.
Training Schedule
Find and register for upcoming BCCSA training available throughout the province, in sortable list view.
Training Calendar
Find and register for upcoming BCCSA training in month-to-month calendar view.
Student Audit Assignment
The Student Audit Assignment is required to attain BCCSA’s COR® Internal Auditor certification. Microsoft Excel is required.
Hazardous Materials Awareness (HMA)NEW!
HMA covers 11 different hazardous materials and outlines the hazards associated with each material, as well as the negative health effects they can cause. HMA also covers recommended practices relating to the removal, control, and disposal of hazardous material. The materials covered are commonly found in restoration work, including lead, mould, chemicals, and more. HMA is also available at no cost to anyone employed in the fire and flood restoration industry.
Minds at Work for ConstructionNEW!
Our Minds at Work for Construction training is divided into two parts: Part 1 is designed to increase mental health awareness, its workplace impact, and challenges stereotypes. Part 2 equips supervisors and foremen with tools and strategies to manage mental health issues within their teams.
Principles of Health & Safety Management (PHSM)
Our PHSM eLearning course is designed to provide clear guidance and practical instruction for creating a concise and effective Health & Safety manual. This manual not only ensures compliance with regulations but also prioritizes the well-being of your workers.
SiteReadyBC
SiteReadyBC is the first comprehensive construction site safety orientation program created specifically for British Columbia. It equips workers with essential knowledge to comprehend safety regulations on any construction site in the province and empowers them to work confidently.
Dust Extractor Vacuums (DEV) Safe Use & Maintenance CourseNEW!
Our DEV eLearning course serves as a comprehensive guide on the safe utilization of dust extractor vacuums for managing exposure to respirable crystalline silica in construction settings.
Webinar Series
Our Webinar Series is designed to offer in-depth insights, expert guidance, and practical solutions on a broad range of OHS topics. We delve into the critical aspects of maintaining a safe and secure workplace.
Health & Safety Resources
Silica Control Tool®
The Silica Control Tool® assists employers in performing thorough risk assessments and implementing effective controls and safe work practices in situations where silica dust poses a potential occupational hazard.
First Aid Assessment
Every employer in B.C. needs to prepare a written first aid assessment for each of their workplaces. This app is designed to help construction employers to determine the first aid equipment, supplies, and facilities required at each of your workplaces.
OHS Resource Catalogue
Discover our library of occupational health & safety resources, including documents, materials, files, and links. Our resources are designed to support you in promoting workplace health & safety and mitigating occupational hazards effectively.
Regional Safety Advisors (RSAs)
BCCSA Regional Safety Advisors (RSAs) serve the entire province of British Columbia and provide free, hands-on assistance to BCCSA members of all sizes.
Our experienced RSAs can assist with various OHS inquiries, such as WorkSafeBC regulations, safety program development, materials preparation, and readiness for COR® certification.
RE-MIND Work to Wellness
RE-MIND is dedicated to enhancing BC construction workers' access to mental health information and support services. RE-MIND encompasses the content available on the RE-MIND website, as well as The Lone Hunter video and Toolbox Talk resources.
Safety Climate Tool
Assess and strengthen your organization’s safety culture with the Safety Climate Tool survey—a quick, anonymous, 10-15 minute survey designed to capture how safety is truly perceived across all levels of your workforce. With customizable questions and easy online or paper-based access, this tool offers actionable insights to help foster a safer, more proactive working environment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Responses to the most frequently asked questions we receive. If you have any additional questions or require further clarification, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to help and ensure you have all the information you need.
OHS Glossary
List of terms and definitions related to construction occupational health & safety (OHS). This glossary serves as a reference to terminology commonly used in the field.
Health & Safety Services
Injury Management Service (IMS)
The BCCSA Injury Management Service (IMS) is designed to simplify the process and provide practical solutions to:
- Keep injured workers in meaningful work as soon as possible.
- Help employers understand and effectively control injury-related costs.
Did You Know!
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Hands-on Assistance
BCCSA's Regional Safety Advisors (RSAs) offer free, hands-on assistance to all BCCSA members across British Columbia. Our knowledgeable RSAs can help with a range of OHS topics, including WorkSafeBC regulations, safety program development, preparing materials, and readiness for COR® certification.
RSA Hotline
To connect with an RSA for general safety advice and consultation:
- Phone: 1 (800) 630-2664
- E-mail: rsa@bccsa.ca
- Schedule an appointment
- Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 4:00pm
- Weekends & Holidays: Closed
Health & Safety Committees
The BCCSA serves on committees that examine select matters involving occupational health & safety in BC.
Health & Safety Store
Health & Safety Materials
OHS handbooks, guides, manuals, and other materials for your workplace.
Supervisor Logbook
Designed with safety in mind and developed for construction supervisors, keep record of your daily activities.
BCCSA Event Registrations
Register and join us in upcoming events.
About the BCCSA
Privacy Policy
Scope
This privacy policy (the “Privacy Policy”) governs your access and use of the BCCSA websites www.bccsa.ca, resources and services (the “BCCSA Websites”) and related services (collectively with the BCCA Websites, the “BCCSA Services”) and explains how B.C. Construction Safety Alliance (“BCCSA”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you access and use the BCCSA Services. BCCSA uses your personal information only for providing, improving, and protecting the BCCSA Services. By using or accessing the BCCSA Services you acknowledge that you accept the practices and policies outlined in this Privacy Policy, and you hereby consent to BCCSA collecting, using, and sharing your information as discussed herein.
Information Collection & Use
The BCCSA Services collect information for the purpose of providing users with a service. While using the BCCSA Services, you may be asked to provide BCCSA with personal information that can be used to identify you, including your name, email address, phone number, payment information, physical address, date of birth, account activity, and/or other personally identifiable information (the “Personal Information”).
Sharing
BCCSA protects your Personal Information and will not share this information with non-designated third parties without your permission or unless such disclosure is necessary (as determined in BCCSA’s sole discretion) to comply with court order or other legal process or to protect the rights, property, and/or safety of BCCSA or any third party.
Cookies, Aggregate Data & Other Technologies
BCCSA may track the following categories of information when you access any of the BCCSA Services: the BCCSA Websites Internet Protocol (“IP”) addresses, domain servers, type of computer or device or operating system used to access any of the BCCSA Services, browser type, browser version, the pages the BCCSA Websites that you visit, the time spent on those pages, the time and date of your visit, and/or other statistics. Such information is used for marketing purposes and/or to compile aggregate data about website traffic and website interaction so that BCCSA can enhance the BCCSA Services and/or to administer the BCCSA Services and enable your access to and use of the BCCSA Services. BCCSA also uses cookies when you access the BCCSA Services to help BCCSA remember your preferences and gather information to optimize performance and improve customer experience. BCCSA also uses Google Analytics to help it understand how users engage with the BCCSA Services. The information collected and how it is used is described at https://marketingplatform.google.com/about/.
Aggregate data is information BCCSA collects about a group or category of services or users from which individual user identities have been removed. In other words, no Personal Information is included in aggregate data. Aggregate data helps BCCSA understand trends in users’ needs so that BCCSA can better consider new features or otherwise tailor the BCCSA Services. This Privacy Policy in no way restricts or limits BCCSA’s collection and use of aggregate data, and BCCSA may share aggregate data about its users with third parties for various purposes, including to help BCCSA better understand user needs, improve the BCCSA Services, and/or advertising and/or marketing purposes.
Cookies are files with a small amount of data, which may include an anonymous unique identifier. Cookies are sent to your browser from a website and stored on your computer's hard drive. Most browsers automatically accept cookies as the default setting. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, some portions of the BCCSA Services may not function properly.
Links
The BCCSA Websites may contain links to third party websites. When clicking on a link, we encourage you to examine that website's privacy policy and make your own decision regarding the information provided. BCCSA is not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of third-party websites.
Security
The security of your Personal Information is important to us, but no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. The BCCSA Services use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Information, but you agree that your submission of such information is at your sole risk, and you hereby release BCCSA from any and all liability to you for any loss or liability relating to such information in any way.
Changes To This Privacy Policy
BCCSA reserves the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time, and will post the most current version on the BCCSA Websites. Your continued use of the BCCSA Services after we post any modifications to the Privacy Policy on the BCCSA Websites will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide and be bound by the modified Privacy Policy.
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