SafetyWise.ca
Health & Safety Management Systems for British Columbia Employers
SafetyWise helps British Columbia employers design, implement, and maintain practical health and safety management systems aligned with WorkSafeBC requirements under the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. We provide documentation, implementation support, and audit-readiness guidance tailored to real field operations across BC.
We understand British Columbia's health and safety obligations — and how to apply them in practice
Safety Systems
We support BC employers in building maintainable systems for hazard identification and risk assessment, workplace inspections, written safe work instructions, incident reporting and investigation, and emergency preparedness. Our focus is due diligence, worker participation, and consistent hazard control across day-to-day operations.
Ongoing Compliance
Health and safety compliance in BC is ongoing. We design systems that are maintainable, auditable, and scalable — supporting implementation, documentation updates, internal reviews, and certification readiness as operations change.
Program Quality
Effective programs rely on clear documentation, defined responsibilities, and measurable processes. Our structured approach supports COR / Small COR / SECOR-aligned systems, contractor prequalification requirements, and continuous improvement without unnecessary administrative burden.
Services
Providing exceptional safety services and insight from the start.
Our British Columbia services support employer obligations under WorkSafeBC requirements while aligning with COR / Small COR / SECOR and common contractor prequalification expectations.
Understanding British Columbia's Health & Safety Framework
British Columbia employers must meet occupational health and safety duties established under the Workers Compensation Act and the OHS Regulation. Depending on workforce size and risk profile, employers may be required to initiate and maintain a formal occupational health and safety program. Smaller operations still require a less formal program supported by regular worker engagement, documented discussion, and follow-through on corrective actions.
SafetyWise supports BC organizations by helping interpret WorkSafeBC requirements and translate them into practical, auditable management systems. Our approach focuses on due diligence, consistency, worker participation, and documentation that aligns with how work is actually performed in the field.
For construction and multi-employer worksites, we also help employers align documentation and site coordination practices with BC’s expectations around contractor communication and prime contractor coordination.
Building COR and SECOR-Aligned Safety Programs
Many BC employers pursue COR / Small COR / SECOR to meet client, contractor, or prequalification requirements. These programs require structured systems supported by documented processes, training records, and internal review mechanisms.
We assist BC organizations in developing systems that are scalable, proportionate to the size of the operation, and prepared for audit review. Our role is to support system development and implementation readiness — not to assume operational control of workplace safety.
Health & Safety Management Systems From Documentation to Implementation
A safety program is only effective when it is understood and applied consistently. WorkSafeBC requirements place clear responsibility on employers and supervisors to ensure workers receive instruction, supervision, and access to written procedures that support safe work.
SafetyWise provides implementation coaching, document walkthroughs, and structured guidance to support internal deployment of health and safety management systems. This includes support for hazard assessments, safe work practices, emergency planning, inspections, incident reporting and investigation, and internal review processes that reinforce due diligence.
Maintaining Audit Readiness Over Time
Health and safety systems require ongoing review to remain effective and compliant. Changes to work activities, personnel, equipment, or worksite conditions can trigger the need for updates.
We support BC employers with periodic system reviews, internal audit preparation, and documentation updates to help maintain audit readiness and certification requirements over time. This structured approach supports continuous improvement while minimizing unnecessary administrative burden.
Frequently asked questions
No. Certification and audit outcomes depend on how the program is implemented and maintained by the organization. We provide the management system, guidance, and audit-readiness support—but the employer retains responsibility for accuracy, implementation, and ongoing compliance.
COR is typically for larger or more complex operations; SECOR / Small COR is designed for smaller employers. Eligibility and requirements can depend on the certifying partner and industry.
Some employers must have a formal OHS program based on workforce size and risk. Smaller operations still require a less formal program with regular worker involvement and records.
Yes—provided we can collaborate with ownership and key personnel to understand how work is performed, what hazards exist, and what controls are used. The system must reflect real operations to be effective and audit-ready.
Yes. We support documentation organization, program mapping, and audit-readiness artifacts commonly required for prequalification.
Yes. We can help digitize forms and workflows and, where appropriate, develop custom solutions to streamline program administration and recordkeeping.