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Time to choose a post-secondary education program

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This program will help students and others choose between full- or part-time studies, what type of program to enrol in, where to take the program and how to apply. Application deadlines and... More ≫

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This program will help students and others choose between full- or part-time studies, what type of program to enrol in, where to take the program and how to apply. Application deadlines and contact infomration are included for all post-secondary institutions funded by or offering degree programs approved by the provincial government. A Resources section by topic gives quick access to additional contacts and resources.

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Assessing you : the first step in career planning

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A self-assessment workbook to help you learn about the skills and assets you have that will help you adapt in today's world of work. Read about the skills employers are looking for and work on... More ≫

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A self-assessment workbook to help you learn about the skills and assets you have that will help you adapt in today's world of work. Read about the skills employers are looking for and work on exercises that will help identify your own strengths. Includes suggestions for keeping track of your skills and ideas for repackaging your career assets to suit your current needs. By the end of the book you will have developed a summary of personal assets that will help you with future career choices.

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Your rights and responsibilities at work [2016]

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This publication is for workers who want to know more about employment rules in the Alberta workplace. It discusses legislation covering workers, their rights before starting a job, their rights... More ≫

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This publication is for workers who want to know more about employment rules in the Alberta workplace. It discusses legislation covering workers, their rights before starting a job, their rights and responsibilities on the job, and leaving the job temporarily or permanently.

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Welcome to Alberta : information for newcomers

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This guide for newcomers to Alberta provides useful information for settling, working and living in the province. The publication covers a wide range of topics, including housing, employment,... More ≫

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This guide for newcomers to Alberta provides useful information for settling, working and living in the province. The publication covers a wide range of topics, including housing, employment, education, health care, climate, banking, shopping, transportation, child care, the legal system and social customs. It also includes information for temporary foreign workers.

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Worker falls from scaffold

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in January, 2010. A 29-year old male worker was installing... 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 January, 2010. A 29-year old male worker was installing siding on the gable end of a new two storey home. During the work process the worker fell from an improperly-installed pump jack scaffold system 6.3 meters to the ground. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Career and workplace resources catalogue

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This Catalogue features a wide selection of publications and posters about career planning, the workplace, human resources strategies for employers and the labour market. Here you'll find... More ≫

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This Catalogue features a wide selection of publications and posters about career planning, the workplace, human resources strategies for employers and the labour market. Here you'll find resources to help you make informed decisions about your career, learning and employment.

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Occupational injuries and diseases in Alberta : lost-time claims, disabling injury claims and claim rates : summary

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This report provides summary analysis of the occupational injuries in Alberta.

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Occupational health & safety magazine

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Occupational Health & Safety Magazine is published three times a year. The magazine includes articles on current occupational health and safety topics.

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Carpenter suffers fatal injuries in fall from height

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in February, 2011. A 63-year-old male worker fell through a... 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 February, 2011. A 63-year-old male worker fell through a floor hole opening into the basement while working at a residential home construction site. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Worker struck by heavy duty spring

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the transportation communication and utilities sector that occurred in March, 2011. Workers were using a heavy-duty tow truck... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the transportation communication and utilities sector that occurred in March, 2011. Workers were using a heavy-duty tow truck winch to pull a trailer out of a ditch. The cable broke, swung back and struck a 59-year-old male worker in the head. The worker was transported to hospital in serious condition and has since passed away. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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