Lori Takenaka promoted to Safety Advisor, Facilities within Occupational Health & Safety
In her new role as Safety Advisor, Lori will lead a team of health and safety specialists and will continue to support UBC Facilities in the development and implementation of their health and safety programs.
Teela Narsih promoted to Advisor, Safety Program Management & Systems within Occupational Health & Safety
Teela began her career at UBC in 2015 where she has been an Occupational and Research Safety Associate with a focus on the development and implementation of the university’s safety program. Over the last 6 years, she has been instrumental in redesigning and updating SRS’ safety training.
UBC strongly recommends the use of medical masks as a face covering when possible
UBC will be providing a supply of medical grade masks to all students, faculty, and staff starting February 7th. A supply will be provided to Faculties and Departments. Additionally, UBC representatives on campus will be handing out packages of medical grade masks. You can recognize these representatives by their colourful vests.
UBC will be providing Rapid Antigen Test kits for symptomatic students, faculty and staff
In an effort to support the continuity of on-campus learning, instruction and research, UBC will be providing Rapid Antigen Test kits for symptomatic students, faculty and staff with the presentation of a UBC identification card, beginning the week of February 7th.
Updated COVID-19 Campus Rules
UBC has recently updated the COVID-19 Campus Rules to align with the latest guidance from the Provincial Health Officer.