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BCFSC has a wide range of materials to help you do your job safely – in all areas of forestry. Visit our resource section for downloadable documents.
SAFE Companies
Why
be SAFE
SAFE Companies perform better. Becoming SAFE Certified demonstrates professionalism and reliability, and provides credibility and assurance that you are competent to do the job.
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is SAFE
Over 3,000 companies are SAFE Certified in BC. These companies have met the audit requirements and are recognized as SAFE Companies certified by the BCFSC.
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to be SAFE
Both employers and workers can become SAFE Certified. It takes commitment, training and a sound safety management system to achieve SAFE Certification.
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First Aid in Forestry Operations
A First Aid program is meant to provide quick, effective first response to an injured worker. When an incident...
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BCFSC Crew Talks
BCFSC Crew Talks help support a short (five minutes or less) safety conversation at the beginning of meetings, pre-job/shift...
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Latest Updates
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Funding Opportunities for Forestry Worker Training
Looking to upgrade your workers? You could be eligible... Read More
Register for the Interior Safety Conference held May 1, 2025 in Kamloops, BC
Join us for the Interior Safety Conference (ISC) on... Read More
What's New
Forest Safety News (FSN): Download the latest issue of the Forest Safety News
BCFSC FIRS App (Forest Industry Reporting System): The full version of the FIRS App is now available to download from your App store.
Worker Assessments: Ensure workers have the right knowledge and expertise to perform their jobs safely.
BCFSC Crew Talks: Download our safety crew talks to support your pre-shift / JOHSC meetings.
BCFSC Industry Fact Sheets: Download our Industry Fact Sheets by Classification Units.
Safety Conferences: Annual Vancouver Island and Interior Safety Conferences are free industry-driven safety conferences open to all BC forestry workers.