A confined space is an enclosed or partially enclosed area with limited or restricted means of entry or exit.
De-Energization is when machinery unexpectedly starts-up or when stored energy is released from the equipment or machinery
Asbestos Management is the control of potential exposure to airborne asbestos fibres or the encapsulation of asbestos-containing materials
Fall protection is the use of controls designed to protect workers from falling or in the event they do fall, to stop them without causing severe injury
Contractors are responsible to ensure that work is performed in a safe manner in compliance with WorkSafeBC Regulations, other applicable provincial and/or federal laws and/or regulations, and any UBC policies, procedures and other requirements that may apply.
Working in hot environments, outdoors and indoors, can affect the body’s cooling system. Find resources and references to help you identify signs and symptoms of heat stress, and guidance to prevent heat exposure.
