Publications

Working? Know your rights

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This awareness poster reminds workers of their occupational health and safety rights. Intended to be printed as an 11" x 17" poster.

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Worker fatally injured when struck by object

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the manufacturing and processing sector that occurred in March 2022. A worker was fatally injured while operating a crane.

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Worker fatally injured when struck by object

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in January 2022 in the manufacturing, packaging and processing sector. A worker operating an overhead crane was... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in January 2022 in the manufacturing, packaging and processing sector. A worker operating an overhead crane was positioning a valve bonnet when the equipment released from the rigging, striking and pinning the worker. The worker sustained fatal injuries.

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Change highlights : noise exposure – Part 16 in the OHS Code : OHS information for work site parties and service providers

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This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 16 (noise exposure) effective March 31, 2023.

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Temporary Foreign Worker Advisory Office [2023 to current]

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This fact sheet explains the services provided by the Temporary Foreign Worker Advisory Office, which helps foreign workers, international students with work authorization, and employers... More ≫

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This fact sheet explains the services provided by the Temporary Foreign Worker Advisory Office, which helps foreign workers, international students with work authorization, and employers understand their rights and responsibilities, and to help find solutions to situations involving unfair, unsafe or unhealthy working conditions.

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Health and safety on Alberta farms and ranches

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This handbook is an introduction to the rights and responsibilities employers and workers have regarding occupational health and safety on Alberta farms and ranches. It provides information on... More ≫

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This handbook is an introduction to the rights and responsibilities employers and workers have regarding occupational health and safety on Alberta farms and ranches. It provides information on hazard identification and control, incident reporting and investigations.

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Guide to OHS : employers

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This guide introduces Alberta's occupational health and safety laws and the role of employers in ensuring health and safety at the work site. It discusses provincial legislation related to... More ≫

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This guide introduces Alberta's occupational health and safety laws and the role of employers in ensuring health and safety at the work site. It discusses provincial legislation related to occupational health and safety and describes the responsibilities of the worker, supervisors and the provincial government, as well as those of the employer, in ensuring a healthy and safe workplace. It also looks at non-compliance and explains what steps can be taken if supervisors or other work site parties don't comply with the law.

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Incident reporting and investigation : OHS information for employers and prime contractors

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This bulletin describes incidents that prime contractors – or employers, if there is no prime contractor – must report to Alberta Occupational Health and Safety. It includes how and when to notify... More ≫

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This bulletin describes incidents that prime contractors – or employers, if there is no prime contractor – must report to Alberta Occupational Health and Safety. It includes how and when to notify OHS, and incident investigation requirements.

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Ergonomics in the workplace : vibration : OHS information for employers, supervisors and workers

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This resource provides information about the hazards associated with hand/arm and whole body vibration, OHS requirements related to workplace vibration, and best-practice controls.

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Worker fatally injured after fall from ladder

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality that occurred in June 2023. An apprentice plumber was using an A-frame ladder while removing Q-Deck clips from a roof deck.... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality that occurred in June 2023. An apprentice plumber was using an A-frame ladder while removing Q-Deck clips from a roof deck. During the removal process, the worker fell suffering fatal injury. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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