Safety programs

Safety programs at UFV

Our occupational health and safety policy

UFV is committed to creating a workplace where you are safe from injuries, accidents, or occupational health problems. Our health and safety program aligns carefully with the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.

As a UFV worker, you can expect a health and safety program that:

• invests resources and planning to provide safe working conditions;
• makes sure you and your supervisor are well-trained in how to work safely;
• is always learning and improving in the pursuit of best practices;
• works hard to prevent, monitor, and respond by providing protective equipment, regular inspections, and investigation of reported incident.

Playing your part in pursuing health and safety

If you're a member of the UFV community, then you have a key part to play in your own health and safety and in the safety of those around you.

Supervisors have the important role of making sure the employees they oversee have all the information, equipment, and training they need to stay safe. Supervisors also ensure their teams are following safety procedures consistently.

Employees are responsible to follow established safe work procedures, use protective equipment properly, and report any work situation that is hazardous.

As an employee, you have the right to refuse unsafe work without any penalty. You also have the right to invest work hours in learning about the hazards of your job, and being trained in health and safety practices.
 

Health and safety programs