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As part of recent updates within the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing, the Centre entrance doors will remain locked during work hours. VPFO…

Welcome to Maddy Speck as our new Safety Associate, Faculty of Medicine, starting July 14!  Maddy joins us from the UBC Department of Surgery at the…

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…

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…

Welcome Audrey Chow as our new Insurance Claims & Loss Prevention Analyst with Insurance & Loss Prevention. We’re looking forward to getting to know Audrey…

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…

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…

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,…

In Vancouver, we are at risk of significant emergencies, including large earthquakes. Join a free personal emergency preparedness workshop designed for UBC Faculty and staff on June…

Last week, Safety & Risk Services had the exciting opportunity to host UBC President, Dr. Benoit Bacon and our very own Vice-President, Frank Laezza, for…

Welcome Daniel Dong as Claims Analyst, Insurance & Enterprise Risk Management, to the Safety & Risk Services team. Daniel is thrilled to be joining UBC…

Join us during Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) to increase our community’s resilience by learning about emergency preparedness. Start by getting informed on the risks…

As a service to the community, we are sharing these resources developed by UBC, U15, Universities Canada, and CSIS related to travel safety and research…

Since 2012, UBC has invested more than $200 million in seismic upgrades to buildings and infrastructure. Read more on the UBC News website.

Loss control inspectors visit UBC to assess potential hazards that could lead to claims—whether it’s risks to people, property, or research. Thanks to the dedication…

DeepSeek has become one of the most downloaded AI apps but raises serious privacy and security concerns, particularly with data collection and storage. UBC restricts…

UBC Safety & Risk Services recently supported Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) in Kakamega, Kenya, in launching its Bachelor of Science in…

An earthquake has rattled the UBC Vancouver campus. No damage is reported and there is no known impact on campus operations. Please report any damages…

As of January 6, medical mask-wearing is required in all health care facilities in British Columbia where active patient care is being provided. 

We are excited to offer the Kinesiology Movement Screen. During this 30-minute movement assessment, kinesiologist Amy Young will provide you with tailored guidance to help…

UBC Alert will be sending out a test notification to UBC Vancouver and Okanagan students, faculty, and staff via a phone call and text message on…

Privacy Matters @ UBC is excited to host Data Privacy Week from January 28 to 30, 2025, a series of informative and insightful sessions focusing…

Cold stress can lead to illnesses when you're working in cold or wet environments. Learn how to keep yourself and your coworkers safe by taking…

The ESF will be closed over the holidays. There will be no hazardous waste pick-ups during this break. The last pick-up day from labs will be Thursday,…

As we approach Winter Break, please note that no fitness classes will be held at the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing from December 23…

Campus Security's roadmap highlights a series of interconnected projects and essential changes within the department's organization, services, operations, infrastructure, processes, and culture, all aimed at…

An automated external defibrillator (AED) is an easy-to-use, portable device that can restart a person's heart. Anyone can use an AED. The device will only…

Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 3 at 2:00 am where we “fall back” and move our clocks back by one hour. While most…

Starting October, 2024, Influenza vaccines will be available across British Columbia. The flu vaccines will be booked through the provincial government’s Get Vaccinated system. If…

On October 17, 2024, practice how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:17 a.m. during the annual Great BC ShakeOut. As part of ShakeOut,…

Welcome Bwungula Dyegula as the new Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance for Privacy and Information Security Management (PrISM). Bwungula is an Information Security professional with…

Starting September 3, Hailey Maxwell will be stepping into her new role as Director, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning. In this new role, Hailey will…

Stop by the Emergency Management booth on Imagine UBC on September 3 to learn more about emergency preparedness and the resources available to plan for…

We are pleased to welcome Manpreet Suhi as the new Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance joining Privacy and Information Security Management (PrISM) within Safety &…

Respiratory protection is used when there is a potential for exposure to hazardous levels of airborne contaminants (e.g. particulates, biologicals, gases & vapours) or in…

On July 26, 2024, Dr. Bonnie Henry issued an order to end the public health emergency for COVID-19 and rescinded all related Provincial Health Officer…

During extreme heat, it’s important to lower your activity levels and stay in a cool area drinking fluids. If a heat warning has been issued,…

Given the high temperatures that can occur in the summer, explore these resources to help stay cool and safe. UBC has multiple cooling centres and…

Abbey Hall joins VPFO as Executive Assistant, supporting Rae Ann Aldridge, Executive Director, UBC Safety & Risk Services. Abbey comes to us from the University of…

The UBC Cybersecurity team is seeing a significant increase in phishing attempts related to a recent global tech outage. Please be extremely cautious of emails…

Starting Wednesday, July 2, Tania Clarke will join The Centre as our new yoga instructor. It is Tania’s mission to help guide others towards a…

We have seen the harmful effects of extreme heat, extreme rainfall, and wildfire events in BC over the past few years. To help UBC prepare…

The program won a CAUBO Quality and Productivity (Q&P) Award for the its excellence in fostering cybersecurity compliance and safety. The Compliance Support program is…

As we head into summer, you are encouraged to bookmark these resources to be prepared in the event of extreme heat, wildfires and smoky weather…

Have you seen the coyotes around campus? If you see one, keep your distance, for their safety and yours. Learn more about coyote safety.

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…

Join us during Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) to increase our community’s resilience by learning about emergency preparedness. EP Week is a provincial and national…

UBC is committed to protecting its confidential data and information systems. As part of this commitment, we have established Information Security Standards that govern how…

Daylight Savings Time takes place this year on March 10, where we “spring ahead” and advance our clocks forward by one hour. Here are some…

The Campus as a Living Lab ‘Grand Challenge’ encourages faculty and staff to work together on a project to effectively respond and adapt to the…

Eric Alister joins Safety & Risk Services’ Privacy & Information Security Management (PrISM) team, stepping into the role of Privacy & Information Security Risk Advisor.…

The available electrical current in regular homes, offices, and workplaces have enough power to be a dangerous hazard. Electrical equipment has the ability to cause…

Derek Ho joins Safety & Risk Services’ Privacy & Information Security Management (PrISM) team as Lead Advisor in Privacy & Information Security Risk. The SRS…

Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Rae Ann Aldridge, Executive Director, Safety & Risk Services and her leadership vision: “I am…

Download the UBC Safe Vancouver App and turn on push notifications to receive alerts for safety and security risk to the community. Check to make…

Earlier this spring, Campus Security collected various forms of community feedback for their service model validation project. Results from students, faculty, staff, and community members…

The Environmental Services Facilities (ESF) will be closed starting December 18, 2023 until January 2, 2024. There will be no hazardous waste pick-ups during this…

Safety Day 2023 was a huge success with the largest attendance than ever before — 276 people! On October 3, Safety & Risk Services brought together…

Lance Xu joins Campus Security as a Secure Access Technician. Lance is a dedicated security access technician with a profound passion for the physical security…

Daniela is joining the Campus Security team as a Project Coordinator, after acquiring two years of experience in the physical security field. Megan Edmunds is…

Download the UBC Safe Vancouver app and make sure you turn on your push notifications to receive timely updates and urgent notifications. The UBC Safe…

On October 19, 2023, practice how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:19 am during the annual Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill. Learn more…

Starting October, 2023, Influenza vaccines will be available across British Columbia. This year, flu vaccines will be booked through the provincial government’s Get Vaccinated system,…

The Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing in collaboration with the UBC Pharmacists Clinic are happy to offer a Health Fair for Diabetes Awareness.…

Let’s start the Academic year off right by learning how to keep yourself and the UBC community safe and secure on campus. During Safety Awareness…

After several years of planning, Safety & Risk Services’ Emergency Management team was able to see the plan come to life in a full set…

Help increase the campus community’s resilience, emergency awareness and preparedness by joining us on September 5-7. Find our Emergency Preparedness booth on Imagine UBC at…

Wildfires are becoming more prevalent, devastating and enduring in British Columbia, and is a seasonal occupational hazard for many workers. People may feel mild exposure…

Cathy is joining Safety & Risk Services on a full-time, contract basis to help lead the team through a current & future state analysis and transfer…

Starting from early to mid-August, users will be able to log into the HWIS using their UBC CWL credentials. This integration aims to streamline the…

As the temperatures rise, learn how to identify signs and symptoms, the risks related to heat-related illnesses and how to protect yourself by completing the Heat…

Michaela comes to UBC from the public relations agency Hill+Knowlton Strategies (H+K), where she provided strategic and integrated communications support to some of Canada’s leading…

With her experience and knowledge, Laurinda will work with stakeholders to review and enhance field safety programming at UBC in her new role. 

Mardi’s role will expand to leading the off-site safety program, including the development of new Hospital Campus JOHSCs at Vancouver General, Saint Paul’s, Children’s &…

Developed by Safety & Risk Services, the newly launched Asbestos Awareness course is designed to enhance faculty, staff and student workers’ knowledge about asbestos as…

This initiative brings together individuals from various backgrounds and communities, including Elders, settlers, and Indigenous communities; and  aims to foster cultural exchange, a deeper understanding…

Safety & Risk Services’ Emergency Management team will be hosting a Mass Care Open House on June 28, 2023. This event is an opportunity for…

Brought to you by The Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing in partnership with the UBC Pharmacists Clinic, The Centre Health Fair: Heart Health…

A Certified Protection Professional (CPP) skilled in security management and risk assessment, Kim will play an essential part in ensuring this team continues to stay…

Prior to joining us, Himani worked as the Health and Safety Assistant in the Faculty of Arts and brings with her a wealth of UBC…

It is with great sadness and sense of loss that we inform you of the passing of Valeriy Kichenko. Valeriy was a valued member at…

As of today (May 15), the university has disestablished the COVID-19 Campus Rules which provided vital guidance for our community during the pandemic. In addition,…

A success story of a good samaritan working with Campus Security and partners to recover a stolen bike. To tackle bike theft on campus, UBC…

Jack Wong, Tom Powers, and Jeff de Castro joins PrISM as part of the Compliance Support Program. In their new role, they will each be…

Mariyam Syed, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning Advisor, will spearhead UBC’s Continuity Planning Program while also providing expertise to numerous other program elements, and Alicia…

While there is no general requirement to wear a face covering (mask) on UBC Premises, certain UBC students, faculty, and staff were subject to ministerial…

Providing effective orientation and training is the best way to prevent workplace incidents that can cause injuries or damage to property and equipment. As an…

Spring programs for the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing are now available for registration! Find tips on back strengthening and conditioning, group training…

UBC Vancouver Campus Security is taking a look at its services and organizational model to better understand how it can best meet the needs of…

Featured in University Affairs (UA), Hailey Maxwell, Manager of Emergency Management & Continuity Planning speaks about some of the programs and activities UBC offers to…

Today marks the official start of Frank Laezza’s tenure with UBC as our new Vice-President Finance & Operations. As a strong believer in connected leadership,…

A reminder that Daylight Savings Time is taking place this weekend on Sunday, March 12th where we “spring ahead” and advance our clocks forward by one hour.…

UBC launches the Compliance Support Program and the Privacy Matters Champions Program to help mitigate information security risk. A major cybersecurity breach has the potential…

UBC Campus Security and UBC Sprouts — a 100% volunteer and student-run organization at the UBC, along with volunteers from across the university will be…

On March 6, staff and student-staff who are not up to date on their UBC Required Training will receive a Workday notification as a reminder…

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and the AMS Nest are open late during the weekend. If you are stranded on campus due to the current…

Rosanna’s experience in the Research Compliance and Occupational Hygiene team in SRS and consulting industry will be extremely beneficial in her new role. She will…

The Screening Mammography Program (SMP) Mobile Services will once again be visiting the UBC Point Grey Campus. BC women ages 40 and up with a…

Whether you work in a lab, animal facility, workshop, museum — or even an office, you may come into contact with sensitizers at your workplace…

In her new role as Dive Safety Officer, Fabiola is responsible for developing, strengthening and growing the Scientific Diving program in compliance with WorkSafe BC,…