Do you know how to stay safe during extreme heat?
Follow these steps to stay safe in the heat and stay cool on or off campus this summer. Prepare for the heat Stay calm and cool During extreme heat, it’s important to lower your activity levels and stay in a cool area drinking fluids. A heat warning is issued by Environment Canada when temperatures are […]
UBC boosts faculty and staff emergency preparedness
On June 13, over 100 UBC faculty and staff came together to learn about earthquake and emergency preparedness. Attendees were equipped with practical tools to prepare for an emergency, thanks to expert advice and engaging stories from disaster specialist Jackie Kloosterboer.
Audrey Chow joins as Insurance Analyst in Insurance & Loss Prevention
Welcome Audrey Chow as our new Insurance Claims & Loss Prevention Analyst with Insurance & Loss Prevention. We’re looking forward to getting to know Audrey better and working together. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome!
Do you know the signs and symptoms of heat stress?
Get ready for rising temperatures, and learn how to identify signs and symptoms, the risks related to heat-related illnesses and how to protect yourself by completing the Heat Stress Awareness course on the WPL website.
Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic closing University Services Building location
The Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic located within the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing at USB will be concluding its operations. After careful evaluation and consideration of several factors, including staffing challenges and long-term sustainability, the clinic has decided to phase out their services. As of June 30, 2025, physiotherapy services will be relocating to the nearby Chan Gunn Clinic.
Understand your safety role at UBC, whether you’re a student, faculty, staff, or volunteer
All members of the UBC community have a role to play in supporting the University’s Safety Accountability structure. Whether you are supervising others, conducting research, providing services, or participating in academic activities, understanding your responsibilities are essential to maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Knowing your role in UBC’s Safety Accountability structure is critical to ensuring compliance with the Workers Compensation Act, associated regulations, and UBC’s health and safety requirements.