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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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Occupational health and safety (OHS) fall protection plan : OHS information for workers and employers

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Provides information on the legal requirements and how to create a fall protection plan.

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

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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 ≫

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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.

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Guideline for the development of a code of practice for respiratory protective equipment

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

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

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Fall protection plan

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This Safety Bulletin outlines the requirements of specific sections of Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code 2009 related to Fall Protection Plans, and includes a basic template.... More ≫

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This Safety Bulletin outlines the requirements of specific sections of Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code 2009 related to Fall Protection Plans, and includes a basic template. Workers working from heights and employers responsible for the worksites need to understand what is required by law.

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Eye protection at the work site

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In 2010, the Workers’ Compensation Board reported that 2.5 per cent (601 in total) of all lost-time claims and 2.3 per cent (1080 in total) of all disabling injury claims in Alberta were related... More ≫

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In 2010, the Workers’ Compensation Board reported that 2.5 per cent (601 in total) of all lost-time claims and 2.3 per cent (1080 in total) of all disabling injury claims in Alberta were related to eye injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each day approximately 2,000 U.S. workers experience a job-related eye injury. One third of these injuries are treated in hospital emergency rooms and more than 100 of these workplace eye injuries result in lost work time. It is widely accepted that most eye injuries can be prevented through the use of effective protective eyewear.

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Appropriate workwear for flash fire and explosion hazards

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Flash fires and explosions are common hazards in work areas where flammable materials are handled, processed, stored, or in any way present. This fact sheet points out that, contrary to popular... More ≫

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Flash fires and explosions are common hazards in work areas where flammable materials are handled, processed, stored, or in any way present. This fact sheet points out that, contrary to popular belief, it is body areas covered by clothing that are often the most severely burned. It goes on to discuss the importance of fire-retardant clothing and things to consider when selecting it.

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Clarifying requirements applicable to prescription safety eyewear

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This safety bulletin presents the requirements applicable to prescription safety eyewear.

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