Co-Op Student Safety

Everyone plays a role in making UBC’s Vancouver campus a safe and welcoming place. A number of resources are available to ensure safety on campus for Co-Op Students

What resources are available for Co-Op Students?

Co-op provides students with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience while studying at UBC. During your co-op placement, you are considered an employee of that organization. Your employer must comply with WorkSafeBC regulations and is obligated to ensure your health and safety during the placement.

  • All paid students must take the following UBC Required Safety Courses:
    • Preventing and Addressing Workplace Bullying and Harassment
    • New Worker Safety Orientation
    • Workplace Violence Prevention Training
    • Privacy & Information Security – Fundamentals Part 1 Online
    • Privacy & Information Security – Fundamentals Part 2 Online
  • You should also receive education about hazards you may encounter

If you do not receive the above mentioned information, please contact your co-op office for further information.

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