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Explains the legal requirement to establish and implement a health and safety program. Gives an overview of what a health and safety program can include.

UPDATED: January 2023

***In December 2024, Alberta’s government updated workplace health and safety rules.Until March 30, 2025, work site parties can follow either the new rules or the previous rules. Starting on March 31, 2025, work site parties will need to comply with the new rules.

This resource explains the previous rules. A revised resource on the new rules will be available soon.***

Explains what harassment and violence are and the legal obligations of employers to protect their workers.

UPDATED: February 2023

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

Explains requirements regarding employer-imposed footwear under the OHS Code.

UPDATED: July 2022

Explains how the internal responsibility system works as the basis of Alberta's OHS legislation.

UPDATED: April 2022

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

UPDATED: February 2022

Form for reporting on compliance. Refer to 'Report on compliance' bulletin for details.

UPDATED: February 2022

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This resource provides information for non-profit organizations regarding their responsibilities under Alberta’s OHS legislation.

UPDATED: August 2022

***This resource is current to January 2023.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Introduces requirements for worker participation in health and safety that apply to small businesses (fewer than 20 workers).

UPDATED: January 2023

***This resource is current to January 2023.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information about Alberta workplace health and safety committee and representative requirements.

UPDATED: January 2023

***This resource is current to August 2008.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Discusses the pros and cons of wearing contact lenses in industry.

PUBLISHED: August 2008

Reporting form and supporting information for physicians and other health care professionals to use for report notifiable diseases under Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.

UPDATED: February 2022

Addresses health and safety concerns and refutes claims about the use of back belts.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

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

UPDATED: April 2023

This resource provides questions and answers on the responsibilities of Certificate of Recognition (COR) holders.

PUBLISHED: January 10, 2018

***This resource is current to March 2020.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

This guide provides information on when to use RPE, what types of RPE there are and the steps to determine if RPE is necessary.

UPDATED: March 2020

***This resource is current to March 2020.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Guidelines on developing a code of practice (COP) describing the selection, maintenance and use of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) be developed whenever respirators are used at the work site to meet legislated requirements.

UPDATED: March 2020

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

Discusses elements to consider when purchasing fire retardent clothing.

PUBLISHED: April 2006

***This resource is current to June 2012.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Discusses hazards that could cause eye damage and lists controls to protect the eyes.

PUBLISHED: June 2012

This take-charge card folds in half to make a wallet-sized handy reference for young workers. Size 3.5" x 2".

UPDATED: November 2022

Poster reminding employees of key employment standards rules. Size 11" x 17".

PUBLISHED: March 2019

Poster reminding workers of their occupational health and safety rights. Size 11" x 17".

PUBLISHED: March 2019

Poster reminding workers to know their rights, the occupational health safety rules, and the hazards before starting work. Size 11" x 17".

PUBLISHED: March 2019

***This resource is current to August 1995.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Guidelines for detection, classification, handling, transportation and waste management of naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM). Developed by the Western Canadian NORM Committee.

PUBLISHED: August 1995

***This resource is current to August 2015.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Discusses the health effects of radon exposure, where radon may naturally occur, how to test for it and suggested controls.

PUBLISHED: August 2015

Discusses personal radiation exposure monitoring using dosimeters and lists effective dose limits.

UPDATED: December 2021

This resource is a guide to working safely on ice-covered bodies of water in Alberta.

UPDATED: December 2024

A template to help assess if a floating ice surface is safe for work. The template is intended for use as described in the"Guide for building and working safely on ice covers in Alberta".
If you choose to use this template, make sure you customize it to your work and work site. (Microsoft Word format.)

UPDATED: December 2024

A template for recording the details of ice covers, such as measurements, colour, and location. The template is intended for use as described in the "Guide for building and working safely on ice covers in Alberta". If you choose to use this template, make sure you customize it to your work and work site. (Microsoft Word format.)

UPDATED: December 2024

***This resource is current to May 2020.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Explains how safe work permits can be used to protect workers and maintain safe working conditions. Provides examples and discusses pros and cons.

PUBLISHED: May 2020

***This resource is current to July 2022.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Explains the meaning of working alone as defined in Alberta's OHS Code, as well as the legislated requirements for employers of workers working alone.

UPDATED: July 2022

Asbestos Project Notification form with instructions.

PUBLISHED: January 2019

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Tip sheet for parents of young workers.

UPDATED: November 2022

Tip sheet for employing young workers.

UPDATED: November 2022

A handbook for young workers that includes information about occupational health and safety requirements, rights and responsibilities. Size 5.5" X 8.5 ".

UPDATED: March 2023

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

This bulletin describes the minimum standards to which a fire service must comply under occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation.

PUBLISHED: March 2019

***This resource is current to June 2018.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Poster describing violence prevention plan requirements that apply to retail fuel outlets and convenience stores. Size 11” x 17”.

PUBLISHED: June 2018

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

Knowledge and Skills Assessment for Public Health Workers – Verification Checklist for Preceptors or Self-assessment.

PUBLISHED: January 2011.

Hazards associated with spray application and suggested controls.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

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

Discusses the properties of benzene, health effects, health monitoring, preventative controls and recommended substitutes.

PUBLISHED: August, 2010

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

Poster overview of a worker's right to refuse work that is a serious and immediate threat to health and safety. Introduces workers to key steps in the work refusal process. Size 11" x 17".

UPDATED: November 2024

***This resource is current to November 2024.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

An awareness poster outlining what is meant by harassment and violence, and how to address situations involving harassment and violence in the workplace. Size 11" x 17".

UPDATED: November 2024

This two-sided postcard gives an at-a-glance introduction to some worker, supervisor and employer health and safety responsibilities. Size 4" x 6".

UPDATED: January 2022

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

This bulletin provides information about domestic violence as a workplace hazard.

UPDATED: December 2021

This bulletin provides employers and workers with health and safety information about working in winter.

UPDATED: December 2021

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

UPDATED: December 2021

January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025

UPDATED: January 27, 2025