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Asbestos at the worksite : OHS information for employers and workers

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This fact sheet presents a definition of asbestos, it's uses and health effects, how to control asbestos exposure, health assessment of workers exposed to asbestos, and what OHS legislation sets... More ≫

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This fact sheet presents a definition of asbestos, it's uses and health effects, how to control asbestos exposure, health assessment of workers exposed to asbestos, and what OHS legislation sets out as employer and worker responsibilities at the work site.

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Indoor air quality : OHS information for workers and employers [2017]

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Indoor air quality, or IAQ, is an important component of a healthy and comfortable workplace. IAQ considers the indoor environment, including the makeup of the air and comfort factors such as... More ≫

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Indoor air quality, or IAQ, is an important component of a healthy and comfortable workplace. IAQ considers the indoor environment, including the makeup of the air and comfort factors such as temperature and relative humidity. IAQ issues tend to be complex and should be properly assessed to identify problems and their solutions. This brochure discusses some effects a poorly-maintained IAQ can have on the body, and provides a general guide to maintaining all the components that lead to good indoor air quality.

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Asbestos exposure in the demolition and renovation industries : OHS information for employers and workers

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Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals with unique physical characteristics including extraordinary tensile strength, poor heat conduction and resistance to chemical attack.... More ≫

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Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals with unique physical characteristics including extraordinary tensile strength, poor heat conduction and resistance to chemical attack. For these reasons, asbestos was often used as an ingredient in a wide range of building products. Unprotected workers can be exposed to asbestos mainly by breathing in the fibres which are released when these asbestos-containing building products are disturbed.

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Do I have a workplace mould problem? : OHS information for workers and employers

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This Safety Bulletin has been developed to assist employers and workers in understanding the risks of exposure to moulds and how to prevent harmful effects. The recommendations described reflect... More ≫

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This Safety Bulletin has been developed to assist employers and workers in understanding the risks of exposure to moulds and how to prevent harmful effects. The recommendations described reflect what is currently known about this topic.

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First aid records : OHS information for employers

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The purpose of regulating workplace first aid is to ensure that every work site in the province has the equipment, supplies, and trained staff to provide first aid care in the event of workplace... More ≫

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The purpose of regulating workplace first aid is to ensure that every work site in the province has the equipment, supplies, and trained staff to provide first aid care in the event of workplace injury or illness. OHS legislation contains the minimum requirements, and employers are free to exceed them based on a site-specific assessment of their workers’ first aid needs.

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Seven myths about back pain : OHS information for workers

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The causes of back pain can be complex and difficult to diagnose. Surgery to relieve back pain should only be used as the last resort. This fact sheet presents seven common myths about back pain.

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There’s only one right way to lift, right? : OHS information for workers and employers

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This fact sheet presents the right "correct" techniques for lifting objects and the characteristics of proper lifting.

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Working when there is wildland fire smoke : OHS information for workers and employers

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Wildland fire smoke is a common, seasonal health hazard in Alberta during the spring, summer and autumn months. The hazardous ingredients of smoke include particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and... More ≫

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Wildland fire smoke is a common, seasonal health hazard in Alberta during the spring, summer and autumn months. The hazardous ingredients of smoke include particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and chemicals such as, aldehydes, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and benzene.

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Impacts of vibration reduction on back pain and fatigues in truck drivers

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The OHS Futures Research Funding Program provided a grant to the researcher. The researcher used the grant to study the impact of new anti-vibration technologies on reducing back pain, fatigue as... More ≫

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The OHS Futures Research Funding Program provided a grant to the researcher. The researcher used the grant to study the impact of new anti-vibration technologies on reducing back pain, fatigue as well as driver drowsiness. This dataset provides some of the information collected during this study.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured during a robbery at the workplace

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the wholesale and retail trade sector that occurred in December 2015. A worker was fatally injured after being shot during... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the wholesale and retail trade sector that occurred in December 2015. A worker was fatally injured after being shot during an armed robbery at the worksite. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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