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Developing performance indicators for Alberta’s internal responsibility system

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This report summarizes the results of a 2017 study of the occupational health and safety experiences of 2,000 workers in Alberta. The purpose was to pilot and benchmark potential performance... More ≫

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This report summarizes the results of a 2017 study of the occupational health and safety experiences of 2,000 workers in Alberta. The purpose was to pilot and benchmark potential performance measures for the internal responsibility system (IRS) and identify which measures are associated with injury rates. The study also aimed to determine the degree to which workers are able to exercise their safety rights under the IRS. An internal responsibility system is a way of sharing responsibility for health and safety between everyone in a workplace. The basic logic of the IRS is that workplace parties are best placed to identify and control hazards and have a common interest in doing do. For this reason, self-regulation is expected to be an effective way to reduce hazard exposures and, ultimately, injuries.

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Workplace injuries, diseases & fatalities in Alberta [2016]

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This set of infographics presents information on workplace injuries, diseases and fatalities in Alberta by industry sector. Data reflects 2016 statistics as accepted and reported by the Workers’... More ≫

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This set of infographics presents information on workplace injuries, diseases and fatalities in Alberta by industry sector. Data reflects 2016 statistics as accepted and reported by the Workers’ Compensation Board of Alberta.

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Working together : report and recommendations of the Alberta Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) Review Panel

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In March 2016, the Government of Alberta established the the Alberta Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) Review Panel to review the province's workers' compensation system and to "strike the right... More ≫

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In March 2016, the Government of Alberta established the the Alberta Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) Review Panel to review the province's workers' compensation system and to "strike the right balance between workers and employers to ensure fair compensation, meaningful rehabilitation for an injured worker, and a sustainable and affordable workers' compensation system." This document reports on the findings of the Panel and presents the Panel's recommendations for improving the worker compensation system in Alberta.

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First aid records : OHS information for employers

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The purpose of regulating workplace first aid is to ensure that every work site in the province has the equipment, supplies, and trained staff to provide first aid care in the event of workplace... More ≫

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The purpose of regulating workplace first aid is to ensure that every work site in the province has the equipment, supplies, and trained staff to provide first aid care in the event of workplace injury or illness. OHS legislation contains the minimum requirements, and employers are free to exceed them based on a site-specific assessment of their workers’ first aid needs.

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Working together : Alberta Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) Review : progress report

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This document is intended to provide Albertans with a high-level picture of our work so far. The Progress Report outlines what has taken place to this point in the review, and it highlights issues... More ≫

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This document is intended to provide Albertans with a high-level picture of our work so far. The Progress Report outlines what has taken place to this point in the review, and it highlights issues and themes that our Panel has consistently heard about from people across the province. It also describes the next steps we intend to take in our work.

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Workplace injuries, diseases & fatalities in Alberta [2015]

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This set of infographics presents information on workplace injuries, diseases and fatalities in Alberta by industry sector. Data reflects 2015 statistics as accepted and reported by the Workers’... More ≫

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This set of infographics presents information on workplace injuries, diseases and fatalities in Alberta by industry sector. Data reflects 2015 statistics as accepted and reported by the Workers’ Compensation Board of Alberta.

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