Publications

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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Participation in health and safety for small business owners and workers : OHS information for businesses with less than 20 workers

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Information for small business owners (less than 20 workers) about health and safety representative requirements and responsibilities.

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Worker fatally injured after being struck by falling pipe

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the transportation, communication and utilities sector in March 2019. A length of pipe rolled off a trailer and... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the transportation, communication and utilities sector in March 2019. A length of pipe rolled off a trailer and struck the truck driver, resulting in fatal injuries. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about OHS work site investigations.

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Meat facility standards [2022]

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Describes the conditions under which meat is slaughtered, processed, stored and transported to ensure food safety. The Meat Facility Standards is a policy document legislated by the Meat... More ≫

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Describes the conditions under which meat is slaughtered, processed, stored and transported to ensure food safety. The Meat Facility Standards is a policy document legislated by the Meat Inspection Regulation, which requires the licensed operator to comply with the MFS. It describes the minimum regulatory requirements for the facility environment and for food production controls.

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Worker fatally injured pinned between a truck and gate

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in December 2020. A worker was transporting feed to a section of a feedlot. The... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in December 2020. A worker was transporting feed to a section of a feedlot. The worker exited the feed truck to open a gate when the truck moved forward, pinning the worker between the truck and gate and causing fatal injuries.

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Report on compliance : OHS information for employers

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Explains how employers complete a report on compliance, if an OHS officer has required them to do so.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured when engulfed by coal pile

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the transportation, communication and utilities sector in August 2020. A worker was standing atop a coal pile at a... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the transportation, communication and utilities sector in August 2020. A worker was standing atop a coal pile at a power generating station when the coal slumped, causing the worker to become engulfed in the pile. The worker was fatally injured.

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Employment standards guide for farms and ranches : basic information for the farm and ranch industry

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A guide to the basics of the minimum standards for employment in the farm and ranch industry in Alberta. Includes information on pay, time off, breaks, and more.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured in electrical room

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the construction and construction trades sector in February 2020. An electrician entered an electrical room on a... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the construction and construction trades sector in February 2020. An electrician entered an electrical room on a warehouse construction site. The worker touched energized bus bars and was electrocuted.

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Investigation report : worker fatally injured in Bow River

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the business and professional services sector in February 2021. A self-employed dog walker was walking two clients’... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the business and professional services sector in February 2021. A self-employed dog walker was walking two clients’ dogs when one of the dogs got away. The worker pursued the dog onto river ice, entered the river and was fatally injured.

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