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Investigation report : worker fatally crushed by a Genie lift

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Report presents the findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in March 2013. A worker was using a Genie platform lift to... More ≫

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Report presents the findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in March 2013. A worker was using a Genie platform lift to tape drywall on the second level of a building under construction. The worker became pinned between the platform lift and a ceiling bulkhead, causing fatal injuries.

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2019 Alberta wage and salary survey : nonprofit sector report

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The Alberta Wage and Salary Survey is undertaken by Alberta Labour and Immigration to provide current wage rates and skill shortage information on various occupations in Alberta, and in specific... More ≫

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The Alberta Wage and Salary Survey is undertaken by Alberta Labour and Immigration to provide current wage rates and skill shortage information on various occupations in Alberta, and in specific industries and economic regions. In 2019, a supplemental survey gathered data on the nonprofit/voluntary sector in Alberta.

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The power of perception : building risk aware cultures

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Contains research data collected in support of a study to determine whether a survey to evaluate workers' attitudes about their safety could be an easy and cost-effective for understanding safety... More ≫

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Contains research data collected in support of a study to determine whether a survey to evaluate workers' attitudes about their safety could be an easy and cost-effective for understanding safety risk. Worker safety perception, jobsite activities, and safety outcomes were compared in order to understand how a simple anonymous safety survey could provide insight to help companies identify risk.

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The power of perception : building risk aware cultures

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Reports on a study conducted to determine whether a survey to evaluate workers' attitudes about their safety could be an easy and cost-effective for understanding safety risk. Worker safety... More ≫

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Reports on a study conducted to determine whether a survey to evaluate workers' attitudes about their safety could be an easy and cost-effective for understanding safety risk. Worker safety perception, jobsite activities, and safety outcomes were compared in order to understand how a simple anonymous safety survey could provide insight to help companies identify risk.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured from equipment tip over

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Presents findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality that took place in the construction and construction trades sector in August 2019. A worker was sandblasting a brush rake attachment... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality that took place in the construction and construction trades sector in August 2019. A worker was sandblasting a brush rake attachment when the attachment fell on the worker, causing fatal injuries.

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Potential Serious Incidents (PSIs) reporting : PSI NAICS sector report 2019

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This annual report provides statistical information on reported workplace potentially serious incidents, or PSIs. Information includes the type of incident, source of the incident, type of... More ≫

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This annual report provides statistical information on reported workplace potentially serious incidents, or PSIs. Information includes the type of incident, source of the incident, type of injuries and occupations of injured workers. Reports are provided by industry sectors, as defined by the North American Industry Classification System.

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Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Mentorship Program policy

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Sets out the policy for a mentorship program for water and wastewater operators and trainees. The program is aimed at connecting the entire water and wastewater industry across Alberta, which will... More ≫

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Sets out the policy for a mentorship program for water and wastewater operators and trainees. The program is aimed at connecting the entire water and wastewater industry across Alberta, which will lead to increased collaboration and an overall province wide industry culture that promotes knowledge transfer and succession planning.

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Occupational health and safety : starter kit [2020]

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This starter kit provides information and tools to help employers—including small business, non-profit and the voluntary sector—know and understand some of the basic requirements of Alberta’s... More ≫

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This starter kit provides information and tools to help employers—including small business, non-profit and the voluntary sector—know and understand some of the basic requirements of Alberta’s occupational health and safety (OHS) laws. It is designed to help employers who need to develop an OHS program from the ground up. It may also benefit those looking to grow and improve upon their existing health and safety program, culture and performance.

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Personal services standards

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The Personal Services Standards support the Personal Services Regulation in establishing minimum requirements for public health protection in personal service facilities and businesses. The... More ≫

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The Personal Services Standards support the Personal Services Regulation in establishing minimum requirements for public health protection in personal service facilities and businesses. The standards describe regulatory requirements and obligations, while also setting out detailed directions for equipping, operating and maintaining a safe and healthy personal services business.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured from scissor lift tip over

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality in the manufacturing, packaging and processing sector that occurred in April 2018. A worker was using a scissor lift to change light... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality in the manufacturing, packaging and processing sector that occurred in April 2018. A worker was using a scissor lift to change light bulbs near a production line. The scissor lift tipped over, the worker was ejected and suffered fatal injuries.

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