Who or what does the organization report to?

AgSafe is governed by a Board of Directors and reports its work plan and budget through WorksafeBC.

Mandatory/Regulatory or Voluntary/Non-Regulatory

Voluntary/Non-Regulatory

Description

AgSafe is the non-profit health and safety association for BC’s agricultural producers. AgSafe is also a COR Certifying Partner and offers a safety Certificate of Recognition (COR) program for large and small agricultural employers. AgSafe’s services are available at no additional charge to the premiums your business has already paid to WorkSafeBC.

Summary

Mission Statement

AgSafe strives to create a safe and healthy work environment in BC agriculture through outreach and an active program of education, training, and consultation in all regions of the province.

Vision

Agriculture in BC free from workplace injury, illness, and death.

Values

Leadership in health and safety to support the success and sustainability of agriculture by:

• Demonstrating our passion for both health and safety and agriculture.
• Fostering productive relationships and working together.
• Providing expertise in agriculture health and safety.
• Acting with integrity in all we say and do.
• Embracing and including the diversity of our communities.
• Effectively delivering resources and services in innovative and creative ways.

What does the organization regulate or is in charge of with respect to vineyards/wineries

No regulations but can give health and safety guidance to vineyards registered through WorksafeBC.