4.
5.
The right to refuse unsafe work: All workers
in B.C. have the right to refuse unsafe
work without getting punished or fired.
It is imperative to make sure that they
are aware of this right, how to exercise
it, and who to report it to, namely their
supervisor, or the JHSC/Worker Rep.
Location of the safety board: Even
though you may not be able to walk a
worker through all of the policies and
procedures at the time of an initial
orientation, it is important that the worker
is made aware of where to find them, the
location of the safety board, and other
related documents so that they can read
and refresh themselves on safety.
A well-thought-out orientation should
take no more than 10 minutes, and
can be delivered at any time or at
any location.
“In time, this will be as
normal as hard hats and
steel toes!”
Visit actsafe.ca for more orientation resources.
Safety Tips: Combating Summer Fatigue
Summer’s here and the festival season is in full
swing. Often there is a need to work extended
hours or many days without a break. This leads
to tiredness and fatigue, and an increasing risk
of injury. The symptoms of fatigue are intensified
during the summer heat when the warm
weather zaps our energy.
Here are some tips on how best to overcome
summer fatigue:
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and
keep your body cool. Dehydration results
in a lack of energy which impairs physical
performance.
• Lack of sleep increases the risk of accidents.
Where a full-night’s sleep isn’t possible, take
a brief afternoon nap to replenish your
energy.
• On long hot days, avoid heavy
carbohydrates, sugary drinks, caffeine and
alcohol! Instead, choose fruit, vegetables,
protein, and water!
• Take your time off! Take your breaks and
make sure you take days off whenever
possible to recharge.
Written by Manager of Performing Arts Program and Services, Don Parman
Summer
Summer 2019
2019 Edition:
Edition: Orientations
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