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Explains the processes involved when a worker exercises their right to refuse dangerous work. Information for employers and workers.

UPDATED: December 2021

(ENGLISH TITLE: Common fall hazards)

Ce bulletin fournit des renseignements aux employeurs et aux travailleurs sur les risques de chute courants.

PUBLICATION : mai 2022

Explains the role of Alberta OHS officers in monitoring compliance with occupational health and safety legislation. Includes an overview of inspection and investigation authorities, and enforcement tools.

UPDATED: December 2021

(ENGLISH TITLE: Role and duties of Alberta OHS officers)

Explique le rôle des agents de SST de l'Alberta dans le contrôle de la conformité à la législation sur la santé et la sécurité au travail. Comprend un aperçu des autorités d'inspection et d'enquête, ainsi que des outils d'exécution.

Publié : Juillet 2022

***This resource is current to October 2010.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A guide to safe operating procedures in the seismic drilling industry and associated legislation.

PUBLISHED: October 2010

***This resource is current to Novemeber 2006.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information for Alberta's theatre industry about OHS legislation, hazard identification and control, and developing a health and safety policy.

PUBLISHED: November 2006

This resource provides information about safe work permits and how they can be used to enhance health and safety for certain types of hazardous work.

UPDATED: May 2025

(ENGLISH TITLE: Occupational health and safety and the internal responsibility system)

Explique le fonctionnement du système de responsabilité interne comme base de la législation albertaine en matière de SST.

Publié : Juillet 2022

***This resource is current to October 2009.
For information on the current OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information about securing pipe and other cargo, including employer and worker responsibilities, and recommended practices.

PUBLISHED: October 2009

(ENGLISH TITLE: X–treme safety: Young worker's guide to safety and employment rules)

Un manuel destiné aux jeunes travailleurs qui comprend des renseignements sur les exigences, les droits et les responsabilités en matière de santé et de sécurité au travail.

MISE À JOUR : mars 2023

Explains the causes of contact stress, health risks and suggested controls.

PUBLISHED: September 2010

***This resource is current to August 2004.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Addresses tire servicing safety requirements under the OHS Code including worker competency, split-rim or locking ring wheel assemblies and large vehicle assemblies.

PUBLISHED: August 2004

This site-specific hazard assessment is part of the Hazard Assessment and Control handbook. If you choose to use this template, make sure you customize it to your work and work site. (Microsoft Word format.)

UPDATED: October 2023

Suggestions to help reduce back pain for those who spend long hours in a seated position.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

Discusses slips, trips and falls, why they happen and how to prevent them.

UPDATED: April 2023

This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on different types and uses of traction aids.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

Whether a construction site, dairy farm or in an office space, fall hazards can be present at nearly all work sites. Learn about the common situations that lead to falls and how workers and employers can take action to prevent them.

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PUBLISHED: May 2022

Choosing the right footwear for the job is important. Having one with a design that will minimize slips, trips and falls helps prevent injuries. Learn how to put your best foot forward by learning about common footwear-related hazards in the workplace.

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PUBLISHED: May 2022

Good housekeeping is a way to prevent slips, trips and falls at your workplace. Learn about common workplace slipping hazards and how to mitigate them.

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PUBLISHED: May 2022

Slips occur when there is not enough friction or grip between the walking surface and a person’s footwear. Trips occur when there’s an obstacle in the path or change in elevation that a person fails to see. Both can cause injuries. Learn about the frequent causes of slips and trips, and the health and safety solutions.

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PUBLISHED: May 2022

***This resource is current to December 2016.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Addresses the danger of snow and ice coming off commercial vehicles while in motion and the hazards associated with clearing snow and ice buildup.

PUBLISHED: December 2016

***This resource is current to August 2009. For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Describes different types of solvents, potential hazards and suggested controls.

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PUBLISHED: August 2009

Hazards associated with spray application and suggested controls.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on hazards related to spring weather in Alberta.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

An awareness poster introducing basic requirements to prevent and stop violence and harassment in the workplace. The poster also gives some examples of what's included in the OHS Act's definitions of "violence" and "harassment". Size 11" x 17".

UPDATED: March 2025

***This resource is current to July 2009.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Discusses the properties and health effects of styrene, medical monitoring and preventative controls.

PUBLISHED: July 2009

Application instructions for Supporting Psychological Health in First Responders grant program – Stream 2: Applied research.

PUBLISHED: March 2025

Application instructions for Supporting Psychological Health in First Responders grant program – Stream 1: Services.

PUBLISHED: March 2025

Learn more about funding for services and applied research to support first responders and emergency workers living with or at risk of post-traumatic stress injuries. This recorded webinar provides an overview of the grant program, funded projects, application and review processes, and includes answers to questions from webinar participants.

PUBLISHED: February 2025

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Grant recipients will receive a grant agreement template that will include the terms and conditions of the grant. This document is a sample grant agreement template for the Supporting Psychological Health in First Responders grant program.

PUBLISHED: March 2025

Grant recipients will receive a grant agreement template that will include the terms and conditions of the grant. This document is a sample grant agreement template for the Supporting Psychological Health in First Responders grant program.

PUBLISHED: March 2025

Grant recipients will receive a grant agreement template that will include the terms and conditions of the grant. This document is a sample grant agreement template for the Supporting Psychological Health in First Responders grant program.

PUBLISHED: March 2025

***This resource is current to June 2011.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Outlines routes of airborne substance exposure and how to determine worker exposure and exposure limits. Refers to associated OHS legislation.

PUBLISHED: June 2011

This webinar provides basic information about the internal responsibility system – the basis of Alberta’s OHS Act, Regulation and Code. Topics include: what the internal responsibility system is, how it works, and roles and responsibilities of work site parties.

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UPDATED:December 2021

'Time lock safe on premises' decal for gas stations and convenience stores. Size 3.25” x 4.25”.

PUBLISHED: May 2018

Tip sheet for employing young workers.

UPDATED: November 2022

Tip sheet for parents of young workers.

UPDATED: November 2022

Tip sheet for employers when considering hiring an occupational health and safety consultant.

UPDATED: October 2024

***This resource is current to August 2019.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

An overview of how employers can support the often unique OHS needs of Indigenous workers through awareness, education and training. Size 8.5" x 11", two-sided.

PUBLISHED: August 2019

***This resource is current to August 2019.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Addresses Indigenous worker OHS awareness opportunities and responsibilities for training and employment organizations. Size 8.5" x 11", two-sided.

PUBLISHED: August 2019

***This resource is current to July 2010.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A review of the proper use and calibration of combustible gas meters.

PUBLISHED: July 2010

Lists the hazards associated with using hydrocarbons in vehicle air-conditioning systems and Environment Canada's recommendations if replacing refrigerants with hydrocarbons.

PUBLISHED: November 2010

How to identify nail products containing methyl methacrylate (MMA), health risks and suggested alternatives.

PUBLISHED: March 2010

This two-sided postcard introduces the three worker rights enshrined in the OHS Act. Includes tips to help workers exercise these rights. Size 4" x 6".

UPDATED: January 2022

Discusses exposure to pesticides (insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, rodenticides, etc.), health complications and protective controls.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

This resource provides information on how and when vehicles are considered to be work sites in Alberta.

UPDATED: June 2022

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

PUBLISHED: December 2022

Explains key legal requirements for preventing workplace violence and harassment. Focuses on the definitions of violence and harassment in the OHS Act, and requirements in Part 27 of the OHS Code.

UPDATED: April 2025

This is an example of a violence and harassment prevention plan template. If you choose to use this template, make sure you customize it to your work and work site. MS Word format.

PUBLISHED: March 2025

(ENGLISH TITLE: Respiratory viruses and the workplace)

Les virus respiratoires, y compris ceux de la grippe et les coronavirus, peuvent être à l'origine de rhumes, de grippes saisonnières et d’éclosions de santé publique. Ce bulletin fournit aux employeurs, aux superviseurs et aux travailleurs des renseignements sur la réduction des risques liés aux virus respiratoires en milieu de travail.

MISE À JOUR : Décembre 2022