BC Forest Safety Council

BC Forest Safety Council BC Forest Safety Council (BCFSC) is the Health and Safety Association for forest harvesting, sawmills and pellet manufacturing in BC.

We work with forest sector employers, workers, unions, contractors and government agencies to support industry safety. BCFSC is the health & safety association for the BC forest industry. We provide SAFE Certification, Faller Certification, OHS training, safety alerts, resources and support with two offices in Nanaimo and Prince George and regional representatives throughout the province.

Safety Alert of the Week - Vehicle Damage - Mobile Equipment Tip Over - is this week's MAG Safety Alert. Review and shar...
09/03/2026

Safety Alert of the Week - Vehicle Damage - Mobile Equipment Tip Over - is this week's MAG Safety Alert. Review and share it within your operation.

https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MAG_SafetyAlerts-Serious-Incident-Vehicle-Damage-ME-Tip.pdf

CREW TALK OF THE WEEK – Housekeeping at the Worksite - Use it at the beginning of your crew or JOSHC meetings.https://ww...
09/01/2026

CREW TALK OF THE WEEK – Housekeeping at the Worksite - Use it at the beginning of your crew or JOSHC meetings.

https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/mag_CrewTalk-HOUSEKEEPING-AT-THE-WORKSITE.pdf

The September issue of the Forest Safety News is now available for download. Click here: https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp...
08/31/2026

The September issue of the Forest Safety News is now available for download.

Click here:https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/FSN_Sept2026.pdf

Forest Safety Newsletter The Forest Safety Newsletter (FSN) covers news and safety-related topics in forestry with valuable information from Industry, SAFE Companies, Transportation Safety, Falling, Training, Manufacturing Safety, Health and Wellness and more. Latest Issue - December 2025 (PDF) Read...

WorkSafeBC has just released the following: Help shape the future of workplace psychological health and safetyPsychologi...
08/27/2026

WorkSafeBC has just released the following:

Help shape the future of workplace psychological health and safety
Psychological health and safety is an important part of workplace health and safety.
Public consultations are now open and you can help shape the future of OHS Regulation requirements on two important workplace safety topics:

Share your feedback here:
• Psychological health and safety - click the link - https://shorturl.at/cPeWy
• Harassment and violence - click the link - https://shorturl.at/aCxVj

Your feedback will help develop practical, effective regulations that reflect the needs of B.C. workplaces.

📅 Consultations close at 4:30 p.m. on October 9, 2026.

Safety Alert of the Week - Processor Strikes Pickup Truck - is this week's MAG Safety Alert. Review and share it within ...
08/27/2026

Safety Alert of the Week - Processor Strikes Pickup Truck - is this week's MAG Safety Alert. Review and share it within your operation.

https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mag_SafetyAlert_Processor-Strikes-Pick-up-Truck-.pdf

Brake Safety Week is here!
08/26/2026

Brake Safety Week is here!

Brake Safety Week is here!

From August 23–29, inspectors across North America are placing increased attention on commercial vehicle braking systems.

Our latest article looks at what carriers and drivers should know during Brake Safety Week—and how to make brake safety part of everyday operations.

Read the full article: https://safetydriven.ca/resource/brake-safety-week/

CREW TALK OF THE WEEK – Ergonomics and Back Safety - Use it at the beginning of your crew or JOSHC meetings.https://www....
08/25/2026

CREW TALK OF THE WEEK – Ergonomics and Back Safety - Use it at the beginning of your crew or JOSHC meetings.

https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/mag_CrewTalk-ERGONOMICS-AND-BACK-SAFETY.pdf

Safety Alert of the Week - Process Safety SIFp - is this week's MAG Safety Alert. Review and share it within your operat...
08/20/2026

Safety Alert of the Week - Process Safety SIFp - is this week's MAG Safety Alert. Review and share it within your operation.

https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mag_SafetyAlert_Process-Safety-SIF.pdf

CREW TALK OF THE WEEK – Pinch Points and Nip Points - Use it at the beginning of your crew or JOSHC meetings.https://www...
08/18/2026

CREW TALK OF THE WEEK – Pinch Points and Nip Points - Use it at the beginning of your crew or JOSHC meetings.

https://www.bcforestsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/mag_CrewTalk-PINCH-POINTS-AND-NIP-POINTS.pdf

BCFSC Feature Course of the Month: Falling SupervisorThis course is for individuals with falling experience who are look...
08/17/2026

BCFSC Feature Course of the Month: Falling Supervisor
This course is for individuals with falling experience who are looking to develop their supervisory skills. Only two sessions remain in 2026 - Enroll early. Learn more at https://www.bcforestsafe.org/falling-supervisor-training/

Address

8C-2220 Bowen Road
Nanaimo, BC
V9S1H9

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18777411060

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