Updates to B.C.'s Health and Safety Regulations October 08 2024

WorkSafeBC has approved updates to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations concerning responses to hazardous substance emergencies, which will be implemented starting February 3, 2025. These updates include the obligation to develop documented procedures for sheltering-in-place or other non-evacuation methods and to conduct emergency drills at least annually and following any major revisions to the emergency response plan.

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Source: WorkSafeBC