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Working in smoky environments : OHS information for employers and workers

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Smoke from wildfires is common in Alberta in the spring, summer and autumn months. This resource discusses exposure risks when working in smoky environments, hazard control and related legislation.

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Alberta Air Quality Notification Protocol : what you need to know

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This information sheet provides information on how notification, assessment, and communication of air quality events occur in Alberta. It is also intended to increase public awareness about the... More ≫

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This information sheet provides information on how notification, assessment, and communication of air quality events occur in Alberta. It is also intended to increase public awareness about the Air Quality Notification Protocol and to encourage the public to sign up for Environment Canada’s EC Alert Me and WeatherCAN app, as well as the Government of Alberta’s Air Quality Health Index app.

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Wood burning smoke

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The air quality health index helps Albertans understand what the air quality in their communities means to their health. The AQHI uses measured fine particulate matter levels in its reporting and... More ≫

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The air quality health index helps Albertans understand what the air quality in their communities means to their health. The AQHI uses measured fine particulate matter levels in its reporting and forecasting. Air quality advisories are issued when smoke from forest fires may affect communities.

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