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Safe work permits

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A safe work permit is a written record that authorizes specific work, at a specific work location, for a specific time period. This fact sheet explains how safe work permits can be used to protect... More ≫

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A safe work permit is a written record that authorizes specific work, at a specific work location, for a specific time period. This fact sheet explains how safe work permits can be used to protect workers and maintain safe working conditions. Provides examples and discusses pros and cons.

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Respiratory protective equipment : an employer's guide

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This bulletin highlights a number of important requirements in Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation for respiratory protective equipment.

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Development of a code of practice for respiratory protective equipment : OHS information for employers

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The Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code requires that a Code of Practice (COP) describing the selection, maintenance and use of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) be developed... More ≫

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The Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code requires that a Code of Practice (COP) describing the selection, maintenance and use of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) be developed whenever respirators are used at the work site.

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Developing a first aid plan : OHS information for employers

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The purpose of this safety bulletin is to describe the basics of a first aid plan, which is one component of an overall emergency response program. The bulletin describes the factors to consider... More ≫

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The purpose of this safety bulletin is to describe the basics of a first aid plan, which is one component of an overall emergency response program. The bulletin describes the factors to consider when developing and implementing a first aid plan, and includes explanations of what should be included in terms of first aid services, equipment, supplies, records, communication and transportation.

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Notifiable occupational diseases : OHS information for physicians [2017]

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This information is intended to remind physicians of their responsibilities for reporting notifiable diseases under Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.

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How much can I lift? : OHS information for workers and employers

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Variables such as age, health, strength and the size and shape of the object mean it’s not possible to give an exact weight. A better guide is for employers to do mandatory hazard assessments and... More ≫

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Variables such as age, health, strength and the size and shape of the object mean it’s not possible to give an exact weight. A better guide is for employers to do mandatory hazard assessments and remove or reduce risk of injury when manual lifting is needed.

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Lifting and your back — some fresh ideas : OHS information for workers

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This bulletin includes a review of the causes of back injury and four principles to follow when lifting items.

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Fatigue, extended work hours, and safety in the workplace : OHS information for workers and employers

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This fact sheet presents the hazards of fatigue and extended work hours to workers, the effects that workers could experience from sleep deprivation and fatigue, and how the workers can control... More ≫

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This fact sheet presents the hazards of fatigue and extended work hours to workers, the effects that workers could experience from sleep deprivation and fatigue, and how the workers can control and be protected from fatigue.

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Occupational health and safety acceptances : OHS information for employers

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Section 34 of Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act offers a way for an employer, contractor or prime contractor who wishes to achieve compliance through a different approach than... More ≫

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Section 34 of Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act offers a way for an employer, contractor or prime contractor who wishes to achieve compliance through a different approach than complying with an existing requirement of the OHS Regulation or Code, to propose an alternative approach to protect the health and safety of workers.

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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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