WorkSafeBC can inspect any UBC site. This section shares, tracks, and archives our official communications with WorkSafeBC. Follow-up corrective actions may be required to address inspection reports.
Inspection Report – Extension Granted for Data Request from WSBC (School of Population & Public Health)
Extension granted for data request from WSBC (reference inspection report 202318130052 from Aug 03, 2023)
Inspection Report – WSBC Requests Data (School of Population & Public Health)
WSBC requests ambient & occupational sampling data for relevance to worker and workplace exposure risks for a non-UBC location off campus
Inspection Report – WSBC Requires Inspection Report (BOps Custodial outside Campus & Community Planning Building)
A worker sustained an injury while riding a motor scooter and was transported by first responders to hospital for medical treatment
Inspection Report – WSBC Requires Inspection Report (Chemical & Biological Engineering)
A work task was being conducted within a fume hood during which a flame was ignited followed by an explosion. The sash of the fume hood was damaged but no workers were injured.