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WHMIS information for workers [2011]

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The Letters W-H-M-I-S stand for "Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System." WHMIS is a national hazard communication system. It affects suppliers, importers, and distributors of... More ≫

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The Letters W-H-M-I-S stand for "Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System." WHMIS is a national hazard communication system. It affects suppliers, importers, and distributors of potentially hazardous materials used at worksites, and employers and workers who use those materials.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for for community clinics and doctors’ offices

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers providing services in community clinics or doctors’ offices. Some of this information may also be useful for other workers providing... More ≫

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers providing services in community clinics or doctors’ offices. Some of this information may also be useful for other workers providing client care in community settings, such as therapists.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for personnel in continuing care facilities

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers in Continuing Care facilities.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for dental workers

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This document focuses on hazards and controls in dental offices and clinics.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for personnel in diagnostic imaging and nuclear medicine

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers in Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine, including those working in Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Diagnostic Radiography, and... More ≫

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers in Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine, including those working in Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Diagnostic Radiography, and Nuclear Medicine.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for medical emergency response personnel

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for medical emergency response personnel, including paramedics, EMRs and EMTs.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for staff in central processing

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This document focuses on hazards and controls in Central Processing (CPD), sometimes called by other names including Central Supply or Central Sterile Supply (CSD, CSSD or CSR). Central Processing... More ≫

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This document focuses on hazards and controls in Central Processing (CPD), sometimes called by other names including Central Supply or Central Sterile Supply (CSD, CSSD or CSR). Central Processing workers may be exposed to a variety of workplace hazards in the course of performing their functions. The type and degree of exposure is dependent upon the type of Central Processing and its location (e.g., in communities and retail establishments, in hospitals, etc.). A key component of a health and safety program is to identify and assess hazards and determine appropriate controls.

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Temporary foreign workers : a guide for employees

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The temporary foreign worker in Alberta have the same rights and responsibilities as any other employee in the workplace. they are protected under Alberta’s employment standards, workplace health... More ≫

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The temporary foreign worker in Alberta have the same rights and responsibilities as any other employee in the workplace. they are protected under Alberta’s employment standards, workplace health and safety and workers’ compensation legislation.

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Best practices - vibration at the work site

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This guide was prepared to help workers understand vibration hazards in the workplace, and to provide guidance on how to identify, assess, and control these hazards.

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Harvesting the most from your rural Alberta home : an orientation guide for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) and their families

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The purpose of this guide is to provide information that will help you settle in your rural Alberta home. This guide should be used in conjunction with the Welcome to Alberta document and Planning... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to provide information that will help you settle in your rural Alberta home. This guide should be used in conjunction with the Welcome to Alberta document and Planning to Work in Canada workbook.

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