Actsafe http://www.actsafe.ca Actsafe is a leader in promoting workplace health and safety in BC’s performing arts and motion picture industries. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:28:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Actsafe February/March 2012 Newsletter http://www.actsafe.ca/news/actsafe-februarymarch-2012-newsletter/ http://www.actsafe.ca/news/actsafe-februarymarch-2012-newsletter/#comments Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:28:43 +0000 admin http://www.actsafe.ca/?p=2028 CONTENTS

  • Optimism linked to health, longevity
  • Under the radar: Tools to address workplace substance abuse
  • Redesigned posters available
  • Courses and Certifications

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  • Optimism linked to health, longevity
  • Under the radar: Tools to address workplace substance abuse
  • Redesigned posters available
  • Courses and Certifications

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Raise awareness about the need for protective eyewear.

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Emergency Contacts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use this poster in an easily accessible location to communicate vital emergency procedures quickly.

]]> http://www.actsafe.ca/resources/posters/emergency-contacts/feed/ 0 Redesigned posters available now http://www.actsafe.ca/news/redesigned-posters-available-now/ http://www.actsafe.ca/news/redesigned-posters-available-now/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:58:00 +0000 admin http://www.actsafe.ca/?p=1921 We’ve updated seven of our most popular posters and they’re available free of charge. Call us at 604.733.4682 to order copies for your B.C. venue or production.

Click on thumbnails below to view full poster.

Please note that file sizes are not suitable for printing.

WHMIS Eye Protection Emergency Contacts handwashing Hard Hats Mandatory emergency_procedures Right to Refuse ]]> http://www.actsafe.ca/news/redesigned-posters-available-now/feed/ 0 Mailing address update http://www.actsafe.ca/news/mailing-address-update/ http://www.actsafe.ca/news/mailing-address-update/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:03:10 +0000 admin http://www.actsafe.ca/?p=1919 Effective immediately, couriers and mail must now be sent to the same address.

Please update your records and send everything to us at:

Suite 215, 750 Hamilton Street
Vancouver, BC
V6B 2R5

]]> http://www.actsafe.ca/news/mailing-address-update/feed/ 0 CPR – Remember the Bee Gees http://www.actsafe.ca/resources/videos/cpr-remember-the-bee-gees/ http://www.actsafe.ca/resources/videos/cpr-remember-the-bee-gees/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:56:06 +0000 admin http://www.actsafe.ca/?p=1909 A funny instructional video from the British Heart Foundation. Though WorkSafeBC currently advises using two breaths between pumps, this method can save a life.

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VIDEO 1 – OVERVIEW 8 minutes

VIDEO 2 – EMPLOYER & SUPERVISOR RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES 2 minutes

VIDEO 3 – YOUR RIGHT TO REFUSE UNSAFE WORK 1.5 minutes

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A stunt performer’s life literally hangs in the balance. Experienced professionals Lori Stewart, J.J. Makaro and Lucas Waidmann show you how to inspect and maintain your harness and track use on set.

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  • Fall protection in stadiums, arenas and theatres: prevent, then protect
  • Regulatory changes ahead
  • Hidden hazards in hair and makeup trailers
  • LPEC program review underway
  • Equip your car for winter weather
  • Courses and Certifications

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