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SAVE THE DATE! AgSafe Annual General Meeting & Board Elections
This year’s AGM will include the election of seven Directors. AgSafe members are invited to vote for a slate of new board members who come from your industry or community. All of the nominees have a passion for agriculture and the health and safety of their employees, families and community.
Check your inbox for our email invitation and remember to register your attending delegate to receive a detailed agenda, Zoom meeting link and voter information package.
RSVP closes April 7th. If you are an AgSafe member and have not received your invitation, please contact our office at contact@agsafebc.ca or call 1-877-533-1789.
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Our COVID-19 resources follow WorkSafeBC and provincial health guidelines. If you are currently using our COVID-19 resources you are already in accordance with WSBC requirements.
Click here to see our full library of COVID-19 Safety Planning Resources.
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In support of this year’s Canadian AgSafety Week, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau announced an investment of up to $1.4 million over two years to improve farm safety.
Funds will go toward Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) initiatives that address existing and emerging safety needs at the national and provincial level.
AgSafe’s Executive Director, Wendy Bennett is a former Chair and active member of the CASA Board of Directors. AgSafe is fortunate to be able to support CASA initiatives and play a role in developing and sharing resources in B.C.
Click here to read the March 15th announcement.
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Want to learn more about our safety Certificate of Recognition (COR) program? Click here.
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Safety Tip: Cows & Calves
Handling livestock always involves risks. Calving cows can be unpredictable. A cow may behave differently year to year. Be aware and alert. Identify cows that are bad-tempered when calving or with a new calf, and let other workers know.
Visit our website for more cattle and livestock handling resources.
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Ways to Access AgSafe Resources:
- Call or email your regional Safety Consultant or Advisor.
- Visit the Industry Resources page on our website to find safety information and templates related to your industry.
- If you have further questions call our office at 1-877-533-1789 or email Contact@AgSafeBC.ca.
- Use the Safety Ready – Self-Assessment tool help review your Health & Safety system.
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Workers are arriving to farms, ranches, vineyards and greenhouses all around British Columbia. It’s time for safety orientations and refreshers.
Employers are responsible for the safety of their workers. Returning employees will need safety updates, especially if you’ve changed anything about your operation in their absence.
Workers who are new to your operation may be skilled experts, but they won’t necessarily know how you like things done. Take the time to introduce them to your operation, safety systems and protocols.
Young workers are most at risk for injury simply because they lack experience. Educate your young workers to identify hazards and minimize risks. Encourage them to speak up if they are unsure of their task or a safety protocol.
AgSafe has safety orientation resources for both employers and employees, including Worker Orientation videos and reference booklets. Visit the Tools & Resources section of our website to view and download the resource you need.
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Here to help.
Contact AgSafe to connect with a Safety Consultant or Advisor in your area.
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