Health and safety regulations
Health and safety regulations are the legal rules that require employers to protect workers from injury and illness at work. They cover matters such as hazard assessment, training, protective equipment, first aid, incident reporting and investigation. Employers, supervisors and workers each have defined responsibilities.
How BC law treats it
In BC, workplace health and safety is governed by the Workers Compensation Act, RSBC 2019, c 1 and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, administered by WorkSafeBC. Covered workers generally cannot sue their employer for workplace injuries; instead WorkSafeBC pays compensation funded by mandatory employer assessments.
What it means for your business
Every BC employer should register with WorkSafeBC where required and have a safety program suited to its workplace.
Risks and common mistakes
Failing to report and investigate workplace incidents can lead to WorkSafeBC orders and administrative penalties.
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General information about British Columbia and Canadian law, current to October 2026. It is not legal advice.
