Publications

Prevention initiative annual update

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Keeping workplaces and workers healthy and safe is the ultimate goal of the Prevention Initiative for Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety system. This annual update reviews actions taken... More ≫

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Keeping workplaces and workers healthy and safe is the ultimate goal of the Prevention Initiative for Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety system. This annual update reviews actions taken during the previous fiscal year, and outlines the path the Prevention Initiative has set for the upcoming year.

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Aviation Skills Grant applicant guide

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The Aviation Skills Grant applicant guide provides information to employers in the aviation industry on how to apply to Aviation Skill Grant to help offset training costs to address skills gaps,... More ≫

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The Aviation Skills Grant applicant guide provides information to employers in the aviation industry on how to apply to Aviation Skill Grant to help offset training costs to address skills gaps, fill jobs and support workforce growth and expansion in Alberta’s aviation and aerospace industry.

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Worker fatally injured when lowering a raised vehicle

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the business and professional services sector in September 2019. A mechanic was repairing a vehicle and attempted to... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the business and professional services sector in September 2019. A mechanic was repairing a vehicle and attempted to lower the vehicles from jack stands once repairs were complete. The vehicle moved unexpectedly and pinned the mechanic, causing fatal injuries.

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Worker electrocuted

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the business and professional services sector in December 2021. A worker was installing a billboard, contacted an... More ≫

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the business and professional services sector in December 2021. A worker was installing a billboard, contacted an overhead power line and was electrocuted.

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Ventilation in the workplace : OHS information for employers and owners

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This bulletin explains how ventilation can help control the risk of harm from airborne contaminants in indoor workplaces.

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Working from home : OHS information for employers and workers

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This bulletin gives examples of occupational health and safety best practices for employers and workers who are working from home.

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Census 2021 Alberta labour highlights report 1 : labour force statistics, employment income, retired and older workers highlights

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Statistics and analysis from Statistics Canada's 2021 Census on the labour force, employment income, and retired and older workers.

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Worker fatally injured when struck by grain truck

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the agriculture and forestry sector in September 2021. A worker was struck by a grain truck and suffered fatal injuries.

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Worker fatally injured in a grain bag roller

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Presents findings of an investigation of a workplace fatality that occurred in the in December 2021. A worker was operating a grain bag rolling machine and was fatally injured.

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Arena focused inspections program : summary of OHS proactive inspections

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This fact sheet provides results of a proactive occupational health and safety inspection program in arena facilities throughout 2019. In addition to results, the fact sheet also contains links to... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides results of a proactive occupational health and safety inspection program in arena facilities throughout 2019. In addition to results, the fact sheet also contains links to resources to help employers and workers in this sector improve health and safety at their work sites.

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