Written by Anand Kanna, Manager of Motion Picture Programs and Services, Actsafe Safety Association. To get in touch with Anand; anandkanna@actsafe.ca or call 604 733 4682 Ext. 120. When was the last time you took part in a fire drill? Within the last month? Within the last year? Back in high school? Don’t laugh; I bet it’s […]
Written by Don Parman, Manager of Performing Arts Programs and Services, Actsafe Safety Association. To get in touch withDon; donparman@actsafe.ca or call 604 733 4682 Ext. 112. After reading the fabulous articles submitted by my safety colleagues Eric Stuart and Desiree Hamilton ( for our Fall 2019 edition of Safety Scene), I was left wondering what I […]
This quarter’s theme is Emergency Preparedness! This edition is filled with information on how to be prepared for an emergency at your workplace, and also at your home. It includes articles from Actsafe’s safety team, the City of Vancouver’s Desiree Hamilton, and Gentian Events Ltd’s Eric Stuart. This edition’s centerfold is Actsafe’s Emergency Preparedness info sheet […]
This four-page info sheet guide, developed and published by Actsafe, includes information on how to develop an emergency plan, including general procedures as well as strategies for specific emergencies (e.g. fires, earthquakes and floods). The infosheet also includes a checklist for both office and personal emergency kits. Workplace Emergency Preparedness Plan Info Sheet PDF
Across Canada, we face a number of natural hazards that can cause various emergency situations, which can vary from region to region. Knowing what to do is an important part of being prepared. A great resource on emergency preparedness is Get Prepared.
An article by Desiree Hamilton, Emergency Planning Coordinator, Vancouver Emergency Management Agency | City of Vancouver for Actsafe’s quarterly newsletter, Safety Scene. Did you know that a year after The Great East Japan Earthquake, more than 5,400 businesses had yet to reopen and 1,000 businesses were bankrupt within one and a half years? The upcoming Great British […]
Across Canada, we face a number of natural hazards, which can vary from region to region. Knowing what to do is an important part of being prepared. In this poster you’ll find practical information on what to do in case an emergency should occur. Another great resource on emergency preparedness is Get Prepared. Emergency Preparedness Poster […]
WorkSafeBC announces additional support for employers impacted by COVID-19 What Would Don Do? Workers Compensation Act Updates April 2020 Steps for Life: Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy Safety Scene Quarterly Newsletter – Spring 2020: Concussions Class Order – Mass Gatherings, Re: COVID-19 COVID-19 Impact; Updates and Resources Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 Info Sheet […]
Actsafe wants to keep our members up-to-date on industry news and information. Once a month we send out a Monthly Update letting you know about upcoming events, courses, and industry news. Quarterly we send out our newsletter, Safety Scene. This 24-page newsletter is based on a theme and is filled with articles from industry experts, […]
 Actsafe’s November Updates October was another successful month for the Actsafe Team. We have welcomed two new team members, began selling Early Bird tickets to the Actsafe Entertainment Safety Conference, and assessed how prepared we are for an emergency in our office. We have lots of exciting things lined up for November, so scroll down […]
Actsafe’s August Updates July was another great month for Actsafe with a lot of exciting things happening to update you on, including; Upcoming Courses and Dates Actsafe’s Injury Prevention Week New Job Openings Outreach… and more! Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram to get the latest arts and entertainment safety news. See you next month! […]
Across Canada, we face a number of natural hazards, which can vary from region to region. Knowing what to do is an important part of being prepared. In our poster, you will find practical information on what to do in case a power outage should occur: Power Outage Poster PDF Another great resource on emergency preparedness […]
Across Canada, we face a number of natural hazards, which can vary from region to region. Knowing what to do is an important part of being prepared. In our poster, you will find practical information on what to do in case an earthquake or tsunami should occur:Â Earthquake Poster PDF Another great resource on emergency preparedness […]
In the March 2017 issue: New JHSC regulation additions and mandatory training Inaugural Actsafe Event Safety Conference success Emergency preparedness competition time Upcoming Events New Performing Arts Safety Awareness Workshop and a whole lot more! View The Actsafe Safety Scene here!
In the April 2016 issue: Actsafe’s STAR System announcement Emergency Preparedness Week What’s Wrong With This Picture? and a whole lot more! View The Actsafe Safety Scene here!
Worker Rights & Responsibilities Working Alone Reporting Procedures First Aid and Emergency Procedures Proper Lifting Techniques Ladder Safety Slips, Trips & Falls WHMIS 2015 Risk Assessment    Proper Stretching Safe Use of Aerial Lifts Working in Hot Weather Working in Wet or Cold Weather