With Manager, Prevention Field Services, Kira Berntson
In our latest episode of the Calltime podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Kira Berntson, Manager of Prevention Field Services at WorkSafe BC. Listen in as our Host Gregg Taylor and Kira discuss an essential topic: safe and healthy workplaces.
As employers and unions strive to create safer, healthier environments, understanding the intersection of mental health and safety is more crucial than ever.
Kira highlights that the workplace environment can significantly impact employees’ mental and physical well-being. Factors such as workload, fatigue, safety prevention and processes play a vital role in shaping daily experiences at work. By including everyone in the conversation about wellness, employers can foster a more inclusive atmosphere that acknowledges the diverse needs of their workforce.
One of the key areas Kira addresses is the importance of facilitating change within the workplace. This involves not only recognizing physical claims and injury prevention but also actively promoting psychological well-being. Regulatory frameworks, like those set out by WorkSafe BC, guide organizations in addressing these issues comprehensively.
Fatigue and impairment are critical topics in this context. Kira discusses sections 4.19 and 4.20, which outline the responsibilities of employers and employees when impairment—whether psychological or physical—affects workplace safety. Recognizing the signs of impairment and understanding its implications can prevent accidents and promote a healthier work environment.
Tune in to our conversation with Kira Berntson to learn more about navigating these challenges and fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we can take meaningful steps toward a safer, healthier workplace.
Who is WorkSafe BC?
WorkSafe BC is a provincial agency dedicated to promoting safe and healthy workplaces across B.C. WorkSafe BC’s mission is to promote the prevention of workplace injury, illness, and disease, rehabilitate those who are injured, and provide timely return to work, provide fair compensation to replace workers' loss of wages while recovering from injuries, and ensure sound financial management for a viable workers' compensation system.
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