Actsafe – Upcoming Training
FREE Webinar: The Power of Stress: Building Resilience and Peak Performance
Date: March 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
This webinar offers a practical guide to understanding and working with stress in the creative world. Participants will explore how stress affects the nervous system, learn to recognize the signs, and gain clarity on the different types of stress.
FREE Webinar: The Science of Crowd Management: Safer Crowds, Safer Work
Date: April 9, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Join this webinar to learn about how proactive crowd management influences event design. Dive into the science, psychology, and predictive planning of one of the fastest growing industries in the arts and entertainment world.
Occupational First Aid Basic
Date: March 24, April 1 & April 22
Time: 8:45 AM to 4:45 PM
Location: Actsafe Office, Burnaby
Cost: $99 + GST
This one-day course covers the role and responsibilities of the Occupational First Aid Attendant, scene assessment, ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation), wound assessment and treatment, first aid records and burns. The course also includes airway obstruction management, respiratory/cardiac arrest management, an introduction to automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and instruction on performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Completion of this course provides a WorkSafeBC OFA Basic certificate.
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FREE Course: Propane Heater Safety Awareness (refreshed and updated)
Date: March 26 & April 30
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual, Zoom
Cost: FREE
Stay prepared to safely heat your productions and venues with our refreshed Propane Heater Safety Awareness Workshop. Designed for arts and entertainment professionals, this free training covers how to safely handle and connect propane heaters, prevent fire hazards, and reduce carbon monoxide risks.
The updated course includes a new infographic and step-by-step video on connecting a propane tank, along with a downloadable safety poster that provides a quick visual guide to safe setup, operation, ventilation, and shutdown.
Register for the workshop and download the poster to help your team work safely and confidently.
Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Fundamentals
Date: April 7
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual, Zoom
Cost: FREE
This workshop is designed for current and aspiring committee members in the arts and entertainment industry who want to strengthen their role in creating safer workplaces. This interactive, hands-on workshop focuses less on regulations and more on the practical roles, duties, and responsibilities of JHSC members and co-chairs. By the end of the workshop, you will be equipped with practical tools, strategies, and resources to empower your committee and contribute effectively to a healthier, safer workplace.
Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
Date: April 8
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual, Zoom
Cost: FREE
Join us for this engaging and interactive workshop, where you’ll explore the various types of hazards you might encounter on set. You’ll learn how to identify these hazards and properly record your worksite assessments. Gain insights into the causes of injuries and discover practical strategies to reduce risks and incidents. Throughout the workshop you’ll utilize the Job Safety Analysis and Field Level Risk Assessment forms, demonstrating and practicing due diligence as you identify hazards and risks in different environments.