Young Worker Resources

Please find below a list of resources for young workers. Young workers are at the front of the line when it comes to workplace vulnerability. One-third of workplace injuries reported are from young workers. To find out more about how you can request a workshop for your school or workplace for young workers, see Young Worker Awareness Program.

WorkSafe BC

Resource Information & Interactive feedback on Young Workers’ H&S Rights in BC

  • Emergency & Accident Reporting: 1-888-621-7233 (Free)
  • Prevention Information: 1-888-621-7233 (Free)
  • Emergency After Hours: 1-866-922-4357 (Free)
  • Prevention Information (Lower Mainland): 604-726-3100 (Free)
  • www.raiseyourhand.com
  • www.worksafebc.com

Provincial Legislation (Young or New Worker Training)

This legislations explains specific rights that young workers have under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Click below for more information.

https://www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy/occupational-health-safety/searchable-ohs-regulation/ohs-guidelines/guidelines-part-03#SectionNumber:G3.23h

Safe Work - Workers Compensation Board Manitoba

WBC Manitoba has many resources for young worker occupational health and safety. Check out their resources here.
http://safemanitoba.com/campaign/safe-youth

WorkSafe Alberta - "Bloody Lucky"

Various videos from WorkSafe Alberta for young people:
https://www.youtube.com/user/bloodyluckyvids

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety - Young Workers Page

Find resources and information from the Canadian OH&S Centre here.
https://www.ccohs.ca/youngworkers/for_young_workers/

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