WorkSafeBC’s October 22 Health and Safety Enews highlights upcoming regulatory changes, workplace injury prevention, and new safety resources for employers and workers. Of particular interest to the wood products industry, new combustible dust requirements taking effect January 4, 2027, will strengthen measures for identifying, assessing, and controlling fire and explosion hazards. Amendments to respirator face seal requirements take effect November 6, while updated safety provisions for volunteer fire departments came into force October 1. Marking Manufacturing Month and Ergonomics Month, WorkSafeBC is also promoting resources to prevent musculoskeletal injuries associated with repetitive movements, forceful exertion, and awkward postures. Other highlights include a new AI-powered search tool for navigating WorkSafeBC resources, recently published incident investigation summaries involving construction and manufacturing accidents, and winter driving safety guidance for employers.