The following article is the first of a two-part series on the Big Room, a tool used in the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) process that is showing signs of success across the country. Read more.
A new report from the Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships (CCPPP) argues the proven benefits of the P3 procurement model are translatable to the bundling of projects, so there is a strong case for accelerating P3 project bundling across Canada. Read more.
The safety tools you need are at your fingertips
Did you know we provide safety materials to workplaces at no charge in pre-packaged kits based on the number of employees in your organization? Kits include a sampling of our injury prevention and return-to-work promotional materials including posters, discussion guides, wallet cards and more. Order yours here .
WCB: Safety is a shared responsibility
Everyone in a workplace shares responsibility for safety, based on their level of authority and ability. That’s the central message behind the Internal Responsibility System (IRS). Whether you’re an employer or an employee, almost every decision you make, and almost every action you take directly affects your safety and the safety of your coworkers. Learn more about your responsibilities , and watch our short video showing that commitment to safety in action.
An employer’s guide to return-to-work
Are you an employer looking for information about on how to develop an effective return-to-work program? We’ve got you covered. Check out the Employer’s Guide for Managing Workplace Injury. This step-by-step guide has information that can help you prevent injuries, and provides guidance for supporting employees as they recover and return to work after a workplace injury.
Working to Well supports recovery and return to work
Have you been injured on the job? It’s a challenging time, and you probably have many questions. Our Working to Well program can help. Recovering from injury and getting back to regular duties is a team effort. Visit today to learn more, and to hear stories from workers who have experienced a workplace injury and made a successful return to the workplace.
Easier, Faster, Online Service from WCB
Have you signed up for WCB Online yet? Save time, submit documents online, send and receive secure messages, and get the information you need – all at your fingertips. More features will be added as we continue our business transformation. Sign up now! Click here if you are an employer and here if you are a worker.
Fall Safe Driving Tips from WCB
Autumn is a wonderful time of year, but it does present some safety hazards. All those colourful leaves can become a hazard on the road, creating slick conditions for both drivers and pedestrians. To reduce the risk, slow down and give yourself plenty of time. Other fall challenges include visibility as the days get shorter, foggy mornings and wildlife on the move. Plus, there’s no time like fall to think about the upcoming winter season, and your workplace’s approach to preventing slips, trips and fall injuries. And check out this guide from the Farmers’ Almanac, which has some additional sound advice for staying safe during the season.
This summer, many girls traded tennis racquets and swimsuits for a welding torch and hardhat. If the phrase “summer camp” evokes visions of horseback riding, campfire singalongs and days spent swimming in an idyllic lake tucked into forested mountains, you’ve not yet met the girls of MAGIC (Mentoring a Girl in Construction). Read more.
MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab (CSAIL) has come up with a use for virtual reality headsets that goes beyond firing them up, checking out a new game, muttering “cool” briefly after 5 minutes of use and then putting them back in the closet: Controlling robots remotely for manufacturing jobs. Read more.