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Health and safety on Alberta farms and ranches

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This handbook is an introduction to the rights and responsibilities employers and workers have regarding occupational health and safety on Alberta farms and ranches. It provides information on... More ≫

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This handbook is an introduction to the rights and responsibilities employers and workers have regarding occupational health and safety on Alberta farms and ranches. It provides information on hazard identification and control, incident reporting and investigations.

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Alberta agricultural industry profile

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Annual profiles of Alberta's agriculture industries. Information and statistics on demographics, wages and employment trends and outlook are included.

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Worker fatally injured in tractor rollover

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Presents the findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in July 2021. A worker was operating a tractor when it rolled and the worker... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in July 2021. A worker was operating a tractor when it rolled and the worker suffered fatal injuries.

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Worker fatally injured by rolling vehicle

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in January 2022. A farm worker was picking up supplies from a store and returned... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in January 2022. A farm worker was picking up supplies from a store and returned to the worker's vehicle. The worker went beneath the vehicle. The vehicle rolled over the worker, resulting in fatal injuries.

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Veterinary Profession Act

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The Veterinary Profession Act (VPA) establishes the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) as the self-governing professional regulatory organization that is responsible for the... More ≫

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The Veterinary Profession Act (VPA) establishes the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) as the self-governing professional regulatory organization that is responsible for the registration, licensure, regulation and discipline of registered veterinarians and animal health technologists in Alberta. The VPA sets out the scope of veterinary practice for ABVMA members and contains provisions regarding membership application, registration, practice review, conduct and discipline.

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Worker fatally injured when struck by grain truck

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in September 2021. A worker was struck by a grain truck and suffered fatal injuries.

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Worker fatally injured in a grain bag roller

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the in December 2021. A worker was operating a grain bag rolling machine and was fatally injured.

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Worker fatally injured in a motor vehicle collision

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in January 2022. Two vehicles were traveling in opposite directions on a logging... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in January 2022. Two vehicles were traveling in opposite directions on a logging road. The two vehicles met in a head-on collision at a crest in the road that resulted in one driver receiving fatal injuries.

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Worker fatally injured after being struck by falling pipe

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the transportation, communication and utilities sector in March 2019. A length of pipe rolled off a trailer and... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the transportation, communication and utilities sector in March 2019. A length of pipe rolled off a trailer and struck the truck driver, resulting in fatal injuries. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Meat facility standards [2022]

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Describes the conditions under which meat is slaughtered, processed, stored and transported to ensure food safety. The Meat Facility Standards is a policy document legislated by the Meat... More ≫

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Describes the conditions under which meat is slaughtered, processed, stored and transported to ensure food safety. The Meat Facility Standards is a policy document legislated by the Meat Inspection Regulation, which requires the licensed operator to comply with the MFS. It describes the minimum regulatory requirements for the facility environment and for food production controls.

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