Construction

This pamphlet outlines what homeowners, employers and workers must do before beginning renovation or demolition work, to prevent exposure to asbestos.

This manual, developed for employers, supervisors, and workers, describes different types of breathing hazards and respirators. It also explains how to choose, fit, and care for a respirator. In addition, the manual covers the essential elements of respirator programs.

This handbook describes safe work practices for working on and around blasting sites and is used as a study aid for the certifying blasters’ exam.

This book describes measures used to control hazards in confined spaces.

This Infoflip is primarily for WorkSafeBC officers to use as a guide during inspections.

Employers, contractors, supervisors, and workers may also find the information useful for assisting them in carrying out their occupational health and safety roles and responsibilities.

De-energization and lockout prevents the release of hazardous energy that could cause injury to workers. This manual will be useful for anyone who works in and around machinery and equipment or wants to create a de-energization and lockout program.

This book describes the main types of hazards found in confined spaces. Confined spaces may contain hazardous atmospheres, including insufficient oxygen, toxic (poisonous) air, or an explosive atmosphere.

This infoflip describes key items to consider when inspecting pipeline construction operations.

This booklet describes the safe methods of handling all types of asbestos-containing materials.

This manual is for employers, supervisors, workers, and occupational health and safety consultants who may come into contact with lead, lead products, or lead-containing paints and coatings. It provides information about lead exposure and assists employers in developing suitable safe work procedures.