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Driver fatally injured by fall from truck

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the mining and petroleum development sector that occurred in March, 2007. A 67-year old male worker, employed as a driver,... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the mining and petroleum development sector that occurred in March, 2007. A 67-year old male worker, employed as a driver, was securing load straps when one of the straps became trapped and stuck on top of the load. The worker climbed onto the load, presumably to clear the strap. He was found by another worker on the ground beside the vehicle unconscious. The worker died in hospital nine days later. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Hidden danger : hazardous materials in your building

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This bulletin summarizes information about hazardous materials that the contractor or employer should look for before starting any renovation or demolition project.

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Worker run over by tractor unit

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the manufacturing and processing sector that occurred in January, 2007. A 47-year old male worker, employed as a plant... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the manufacturing and processing sector that occurred in January, 2007. A 47-year old male worker, employed as a plant operator, was assisting a truck driver hook up a trailer. He was run over by the tractor unit. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Workers crushed by collapse of tank roof support structure

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in April, 2007. A 33-year old male worker, and a 27-year old... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in April, 2007. A 33-year old male worker, and a 27-year old male worker, employed as an electrician and a scaffolder were putting the roof on a large oil storage tank when the roof came down on the workers. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Worker fatally injured when pinned by tank truck pup

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the mining and petroleum development sector that occurred in March, 2007. A 31-year old male worker, employed as a medic, was... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the mining and petroleum development sector that occurred in March, 2007. A 31-year old male worker, employed as a medic, was guiding a truck driver who was reversing a tank truck with an attached pup when the worker was pinned between the pup and another piece of equipment. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Job seeker's handbook : an introductory guide to finding work

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This guide is for people who are looking for their first job or who have been away from the workforce for a long time. It provides job seekers the basics about finding a job and help them to:... More ≫

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This guide is for people who are looking for their first job or who have been away from the workforce for a long time. It provides job seekers the basics about finding a job and help them to: identify their employability skills; explore the tools and skills used to find work; and connect with further information and resources.

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Worker pinned by feller buncher

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the agriculture and forestry sector that occurred in January, 2007. A 68-year old male worker, employed as a logger, was... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the agriculture and forestry sector that occurred in January, 2007. A 68-year old male worker, employed as a logger, was crushed between a feller buncher and a transport trailer as the buncher was being unloaded from the trailer. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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A workforce strategy for Alberta's manufacturing industry

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A Workforce Strategy for Alberta's manufacturing Industry was developed collaboratively with government and stakeholders from the manufacturing industry. The strategy provides a profile of... More ≫

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A Workforce Strategy for Alberta's manufacturing Industry was developed collaboratively with government and stakeholders from the manufacturing industry. The strategy provides a profile of Alberta's manufacturing industry and the labour force challenges and issues facing the industry. It also identifies priority actions for the industry to attract, develop and retain a high performance workforce in the sector.

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A workforce strategy for Alberta's energy sector

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A Workforce Strategy for Alberta's Energy Sector was prepared by energy sector representatives and government to develop the strong, skilled labour force required by Alberta's energy sector. It... More ≫

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A Workforce Strategy for Alberta's Energy Sector was prepared by energy sector representatives and government to develop the strong, skilled labour force required by Alberta's energy sector. It includes a profile of Alberta's energy sector. It lays out the short- and long-term labour challenges and issues facing the sector and actions that are or could be taken to address these challenges.

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A workforce strategy for Alberta's tourism and hospitality industry

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A Workforce Strategy for Alberta's Tourism and Hospitality Industry was developed collaboratively with government and stakeholders from the tourism and hospitality industry. The strategy provides... More ≫

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A Workforce Strategy for Alberta's Tourism and Hospitality Industry was developed collaboratively with government and stakeholders from the tourism and hospitality industry. The strategy provides a profile of Alberta's tourism and hospitality industry and the labour force challenges and issues facing the industry. It also identifies priority actions for the industry to attract, develop and retain a high performance workforce in the sector.

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