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Investigation report : worker fatally injured after being buried by street sweepings

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Presents the findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in April 2015 in the public administration, education and health services sector. A driver was unloading street... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in April 2015 in the public administration, education and health services sector. A driver was unloading street sweepings from a dump truck. The driver exited the truck to investigate why the box's tail gate did not open. The gate suddenly opened and material poured out and buried the driver. The driver was taken to hospital and died five days later as a result of his injuries. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Investigation report : worker fatally crushed by equipment

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the agriculture and forestry sector that occurred in August 2016. A worker hauling oats to a farm was found trapped between... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the agriculture and forestry sector that occurred in August 2016. A worker hauling oats to a farm was found trapped between the frame and the box of a grain truck the worker had been operating. The worker was pronounced deceased at the scene. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Job smart : tips for staying employed [2018]

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This basic guide to keeping a job features information about what employers are looking for in their employees. It includes self-assessment exercises, tips on problem solving and a list of... More ≫

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This basic guide to keeping a job features information about what employers are looking for in their employees. It includes self-assessment exercises, tips on problem solving and a list of helpful community resources. Written in plain language.

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An employer's guide to employment rules [2018]

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This guide was developed to provide employers with an overview of the employment legislation employers need to know when hiring, paying and terminating employees in Alberta. IT includes... More ≫

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This guide was developed to provide employers with an overview of the employment legislation employers need to know when hiring, paying and terminating employees in Alberta. IT includes information on employment standards, human rights, workplace health and safety, and information and privacy. It also outlines procedures and requirements for hiring foreign workers, determining and remitting deductions to Canada Revenue Agency, and obtaining valid social insurance numbers.

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Be safe at work

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Be Safe at Work provides easy-to-read information about how to stay healthy and safe on the job. It illustrates how to spot danger, use safety equipment, report injuries and share health and... More ≫

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Be Safe at Work provides easy-to-read information about how to stay healthy and safe on the job. It illustrates how to spot danger, use safety equipment, report injuries and share health and safety concerns with employers

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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

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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 ≫

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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.

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Work laws and your pay stub : a workbook to help you understand rules about your pay [2018]

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Easy Reading Work Laws and Your Pay Stub helps Albertans with lower level literacy or English skills understand employment standards and how they relate to a paycheque. This resource introduces... More ≫

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Easy Reading Work Laws and Your Pay Stub helps Albertans with lower level literacy or English skills understand employment standards and how they relate to a paycheque. This resource introduces the rules about earnings, deductions, benefits, breaks, vacations, holidays, leaves of absence, overtime and notification requirements when leaving a job.

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Work laws and your pay stub : help for advisors [2018]

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This companion guide to Easy Reading Work Laws and Your Pay Stub is for advisors and tutors who work with adults with low literacy skills. The guide helps facilitators support their clients with... More ≫

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This companion guide to Easy Reading Work Laws and Your Pay Stub is for advisors and tutors who work with adults with low literacy skills. The guide helps facilitators support their clients with understanding financial matters about their pay. It includes notes with expanded information on topics for discussion and links to readily available resources.

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2017 Alberta wage and salary survey : nonprofit sector report

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The Alberta Wage and Salary Survey is undertaken by the Alberta Labour to provide current wage rates and skill shortage information on various occupations in Alberta, and in specific industries... More ≫

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The Alberta Wage and Salary Survey is undertaken by the Alberta Labour to provide current wage rates and skill shortage information on various occupations in Alberta, and in specific industries and economic regions. In 2017, a supplemental survey gathered data on the nonprofit/voluntary sector in Alberta.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured following collapse of equipment

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in September 2014. A worker was doing preparation work related... More ≫

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Presents the findings of an investigation into a workplace fatality in the construction and construction trades sector that occurred in September 2014. A worker was doing preparation work related to installing a rooftop makeup air unit. The unit's support curbing shifted, causing the unit to fall forward and onto the worker. The worker sustained fatal injuries. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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