All Resources

Domestic workers : OHS information for workers and employers [2018]

Description

As of June 1, 2018, domestic workers are covered by the basic safety standards set out in the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and Regulation. This information sheet looks at the... More ≫

Description

As of June 1, 2018, domestic workers are covered by the basic safety standards set out in the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and Regulation. This information sheet looks at the obligations of employers and domestic workers as set out in the legislation.

Tags

Protection of workers from synthetic opioid exposure : OHS information for employers

Description

Synthetic opioids such as fentanyl and its analogue carfentanil are rapid-acting drugs that depress central nervous system and respiratory function. This information sheet describes the best way... More ≫

Description

Synthetic opioids such as fentanyl and its analogue carfentanil are rapid-acting drugs that depress central nervous system and respiratory function. This information sheet describes the best way to protect workers who may be exposed to synthetic opioids in the workplace.

Tags

Worker participation in health and safety : OHS information for workers, employers, and prime contractors, without health and safety committees or representatives

Description

The right to participate ensures workers have an opportunity to participate in decisions that affect their health and safety at work. This resource will explain what the rules around the right to... More ≫

Description

The right to participate ensures workers have an opportunity to participate in decisions that affect their health and safety at work. This resource will explain what the rules around the right to participate are.

Tags

Do you need a joint work site health and safety committee or health and safety representative on multiple work sites? : OHS information for employers and prime contractors

Description

This information sheet explains why employers may need various combinations of joint work site health and safety committee and/or health and safety representative for multiple work sites, and how... More ≫

Description

This information sheet explains why employers may need various combinations of joint work site health and safety committee and/or health and safety representative for multiple work sites, and how to determine what combination of each is required at each site.

Tags

Do I need a joint work site health and safety committee or a health and safety representative? : OHS information for workers, employers, and prime contractors

Description

This bulletin describes joint work site health and safety committees and the role of a health and safety representative, and explains when a workplace would require a health and safety committee... More ≫

Description

This bulletin describes joint work site health and safety committees and the role of a health and safety representative, and explains when a workplace would require a health and safety committee or a health and safety representative.

Tags

Workplace injuries, diseases & fatalities in Alberta [2016]

Description

This set of infographics presents information on workplace injuries, diseases and fatalities in Alberta by industry sector. Data reflects 2016 statistics as accepted and reported by the Workers’... More ≫

Description

This set of infographics presents information on workplace injuries, diseases and fatalities in Alberta by industry sector. Data reflects 2016 statistics as accepted and reported by the Workers’ Compensation Board of Alberta.

Tags

Medication in first aid kits : OHS information for employers [2017]

Description

This Safety Bulletin outlines the requirements of specific sections of Alberta’s legislation that are relevant to work site first aiders. Anyone responsible for providing first aid services at the... More ≫

Description

This Safety Bulletin outlines the requirements of specific sections of Alberta’s legislation that are relevant to work site first aiders. Anyone responsible for providing first aid services at the workplace needs to understand what is required by law. In the provision of first aid, the casualty’s health and safety is the primary consideration, and it is important for the first aider to first do no harm in the provision of first aid.

Tags

Reasonably practicable : OHS information for employers and workers

Description

This information sheet explains what "reasonably practicable" means in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Tags

Developing program and procedures : psychological hazards in the workplace - worksheet [August 2017]

Description

This guide is provided to help employers develop a program and procedures for dealing with psychological hazards in the workplace. This worksheet contains elements of a health and safety... More ≫

Description

This guide is provided to help employers develop a program and procedures for dealing with psychological hazards in the workplace. This worksheet contains elements of a health and safety management system, based on the Partnerships in Injury Reduction model. Examples and comments are focused on psychological health and safety and are provided for guidance only. Elements may require modification to reflect a particular hazards or business activity.

Tags

Psychological hazards in the workplace : sample policy statement for employers

Description

This policy outlines our commitment to protecting the psychological health and safety of our workers. The purpose of this policy is to ensure that individuals are aware that any harm to... More ≫

Description

This policy outlines our commitment to protecting the psychological health and safety of our workers. The purpose of this policy is to ensure that individuals are aware that any harm to psychological health and safety is considered a serious offence and therefore will be addressed accordingly. Those subjected to psychological harm will be assisted in the pursuit of their complaint and provided with appropriate support.

Tags