AA5 - BCFED

🌞 Working this B.C. Day long weekend?

Remember: young workers have the right to a safe workplace, proper training, and clear instructions before starting a task.

💧 Stay hydrated
🦺 Wear required safety gear
📋 Follow safety procedures
⚠️ Report hazards early

Know your rights. Stay safe at work.

👷 Safety gear matters.

Whether you're working in retail, construction, landscaping, hospitality, or another industry, wearing the right safety equipment can help prevent injuries on the job.

Remember:
🦺 Wear required PPE
👟 Use proper footwear
🔍 Check your equipment before use
🗣️ Ask if you're unsure what gear is needed

The right gear helps you work safely and confidently.

⚠️ Something doesn't feel safe?

Trust your instincts and speak up.

Workers have the right to refuse unsafe work if they believe it could put themselves or others at risk of injury. You should never be disciplined for raising a legitimate safety concern.

Knowing your rights can help prevent injuries before they happen.

🚫 Harassment is not "just part of the job."

Everyone has the right to be treated with respect at work.

If someone repeatedly makes rude comments, behaves inappropriately, or makes you feel uncomfortable:
📝 Write down what happened
🗓️ Keep track of dates and details
🗣️ Report the behaviour to someone you trust at work

You deserve a safe and respectful workplace.

💭 Have you ever been asked to do something at work and thought, "I'm not sure how to do this"?

That's your cue to ask questions.

Workers have the right to know how to do their job safely and to receive the training and information they need before starting a task.

If you're unsure, don't guess—ask.

⏰ Working extra hours?

In British Columbia, overtime pay rules help ensure employees are compensated fairly when they work beyond regular hours.

Generally, overtime pay may apply when you work:
✔️ More than 8 hours in a day
✔️ More than 40 hours in a week

Understanding your pay and your rights can help you spot mistakes and ask questions with confidence.