CONTENTS
- Optimism linked to health, longevity
- Under the radar: Tools to address workplace substance abuse
- Redesigned posters available
- Courses and Certifications
Newsletters
The Actsafe Newsletter is published 9 times per year. You can download the newsletter from the links below. If you would would like to be included on our mail out distribution list please contact us.February/March 2012
November 2011 Newsletter
CONTENTS
- Give and take led to birth of B.C.’s health and safety system
- Workers’ rights and responsibilities
- Industry resources available from Actsafe and WorkSafeBC
- I’ve been injured at work; what happens now?
- What is Actsafe?
- Clearance letters
- Courses and Certifications
October 2011 Newsletter
CONTENTS
- Control stress to perform well and live a longer, healthier life
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Time management: make the most of your time off
- WorksafeBC launches online supervising for safety course
- Canada’s healthy workplace month
- Courses and Certifications
September 2011 Newsletter
CONTENTS
- Updated Information: Transportation of Injured Workers and First Aid Levels of Care
- Actsafe to Offer Propane Training
- New Resources for Stunt Harness Performers
- New and Young Worker Orientation: Three New Videos
- Actsafe Releases Comic Book for Wardrobe Workers
- Courses and Certifications
June 2011 Newsletter
We are working on a revision of this newsletter and will update with new links when articles are finalized. Thank you for your patience.
Actsafe Fills Gap with New Live Performance Electrical Certificate
Many theatres, concert halls and other live performance venues, as well as electrical and audio visual technicians working in live performance, may be unaware that electrical certification is required.
In British Columbia, the BC Safety Standards Act Electrical Safety Regulations requires workers who handle electrical or audio visual equipment to hold a valid electrical ticket. The Full Entertainment (FE) or Limited Entertainment (LE) certifications were developed to meet the needs of the entertainment industries. However the requirements and level of expertise required to obtain an FE or LE are well above the average needs for live performance venues.
The LPEC does not apply to the motion picture or television industries, whose workers require an LE or FE. It is required for electrical work performed in touring shows and festivals in addition to theatres, concert halls and other performing arts venues.The LPEC test was written by technicians working in the industry. The LPEC program includes an online study guide, with sample questions.
Electrical technicians working in the performing arts identified the certification gap, and raised concerns that venues were out of compliance and crew members were at risk in terms of safety and liability. As a result, Actsafe worked with the industry to develop the new Live Performance Electrical Certificate (LPEC). The LPEC will cover electrical work performed during the setup, run and strike of live events and work that lighting crews usually perform to cable and maintain a lighting rig or to set up audio-visual or public address systems for live events and performances. Technically, it is work that requires interconnecting plug and cap assemblies and branch circuits.
The Live Performance Electrical Certificate launches February 1, 2011. As an introductory offer, the test will be offered free for the first six months from February 1 to July 31, 2011. The exam fee will be $50 beginning August 1, 2011. This is a one-time only certification, with no expiry date or requirement for renewal.
Performing arts venues should be aware that unless their electrical and audio video technicians currently hold an FE or an LE, they are out of compliance with provincial electrical regulations and should make every effort to come into compliance. Feel free to give us a call at Actsafe if you have any questions
(T. 604.733.4682/ 1.888.229.1455).
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If you have any questions, or want to answer employee/member questions, please download our Q & A or call the Actsafe office.
Actsafe November/December 2010 Newsletter
Contents includes:
• It’s Flu Shot Time!
• A Conversation That Matters: New Date
• Quit Smoking for Your Chance to Win $5,000
• Prepare Yourself for Winter Driving
• When is Immediate Notification Required to WorkSafeBC?
•Hello Jen!
• Actsafe Courses
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Actsafe October 2010 Newsletter
Contents includes:
• Tobacco and Workplace Toxins
• Resource Roads
• Propane Exposure and Safety
• 15 Passenger Van Safety
• Aerial Platform/Fall Protection Reminder
• Sta’-Put Update
• Actsafe Courses
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Actsafe September 2010 Newsletter
Contents includes:
• Changes to Occupational First Aid Level One
• Fire Prevention Week
• Think Set Safety Program for High Schools
• My Foot Was Fine, But The Boot Was a Write-Off!
• Cough & Sneeze Etiquette
• Actsafe Courses
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Actsafe August 2010 Newsletter
Contents includes:
• Join Us For a Conversation That Matters
• Canister Adhesives Follow-Up
• Industry Recognized Practice for Aerial and Fork Lift Training
• Improved Online Registration
• Trailer Steps Safety
• Hot Working Conditions
• Actsafe Courses
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