Foundations in Occupational Health and Safety

This course for member advocates delivers foundational skills to help advocates understand key safety concepts and develop a strategic focus to promote change.

The course includes modules on worker rights, employer and worker responsibilities, and union resources to help you promote workplace safety. The course will help advocates grow in confidence so they can better support their colleagues through collaborate action.

In order to be receive salary reimbursement for this course, you will need to apply for Union Leave with your employer. Please apply for Union Leave after your application for the course has been approved. You can find the Union Leave Request form on the BCNU website.

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