Publications

Safe work permits

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A safe work permit is a written record that authorizes specific work, at a specific work location, for a specific time period. This fact sheet explains how safe work permits can be used to protect... More ≫

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A safe work permit is a written record that authorizes specific work, at a specific work location, for a specific time period. This fact sheet explains how safe work permits can be used to protect workers and maintain safe working conditions. Provides examples and discusses pros and cons.

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Women in non-traditional occupations : stories to inspire

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This publication is for women who are developing their first career plans and for working women who are thinking about changing their careers. It positions non-traditional occupations-occupations... More ≫

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This publication is for women who are developing their first career plans and for working women who are thinking about changing their careers. It positions non-traditional occupations-occupations in which women constitute less than a third of the workforce-as a rewarding career choice that some women might wish to consider. The stories are based on interviews conducted during the Fall of 2008.

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WHMIS information for workers [2011]

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The Letters W-H-M-I-S stand for "Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System." WHMIS is a national hazard communication system. It affects suppliers, importers, and distributors of... More ≫

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The Letters W-H-M-I-S stand for "Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System." WHMIS is a national hazard communication system. It affects suppliers, importers, and distributors of potentially hazardous materials used at worksites, and employers and workers who use those materials.

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Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) focused inspection project : young workers

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Alberta Employment and Immigration (AEI) Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) identified Young Workers as one of the key areas for focused inspections in the 2011-12 fiscal year. The purpose of... More ≫

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Alberta Employment and Immigration (AEI) Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) identified Young Workers as one of the key areas for focused inspections in the 2011-12 fiscal year. The purpose of the focused inspections was to raise awareness of known workplace hazards, and ensure compliance with the OHS Act, Regulation, and Code.

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Purging of fired heater coils using steam (winterizing)

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Recently a serious injury occurred to a chemical truck operator’s assistant when a diesel fired heater was being “winterized” by purging the internal heater’s coils using a process called... More ≫

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Recently a serious injury occurred to a chemical truck operator’s assistant when a diesel fired heater was being “winterized” by purging the internal heater’s coils using a process called “steaming out the coils”. The seat of the diesel fired heater’s external outlet valve failed, releasing a jet of steam that propelled the operator’s assistant into a nearby truck’s bumper resulting in serious head injuries and steam burns.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for for community clinics and doctors’ offices

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers providing services in community clinics or doctors’ offices. Some of this information may also be useful for other workers providing... More ≫

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers providing services in community clinics or doctors’ offices. Some of this information may also be useful for other workers providing client care in community settings, such as therapists.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for personnel in continuing care facilities

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers in Continuing Care facilities.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for dental workers

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This document focuses on hazards and controls in dental offices and clinics.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for personnel in diagnostic imaging and nuclear medicine

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers in Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine, including those working in Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Diagnostic Radiography, and... More ≫

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for workers in Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine, including those working in Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Diagnostic Radiography, and Nuclear Medicine.

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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for medical emergency response personnel

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This document focuses on hazards and controls for medical emergency response personnel, including paramedics, EMRs and EMTs.

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