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This postcard can be printed and shared to raise awareness about the impact of MSDs on individual workers and organizations. A printer friendly version of the full colour option.

UPDATED: December 2022

This poster can be printed and shared to raise awareness about the usual causes for MSDs (tabloid print size required).

UPDATED: December 2022

This video tutorial provides an introduction to MSDs.

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PUBLISHED: August 2021

This video tutorial describes why it is important to prevent workplace MSDs.

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PUBLISHED: August 2021

This video tutorial gives an overview on the ways that work can contribute to MSDs.

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PUBLISHED: August 2021

This video tutorial describes the role of hazard assessment and control in preventing or controlling workplace MSDs.

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PUBLISHED: August 2021

This video tutorial describes how to implement ergonomic controls for MSD prevention.

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PUBLISHED: August 2021

This video tutorial provides information on how workplace inspections can ensure MSD controls are working as intended.

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PUBLISHED: August 2021

This poster can be printed and shared to raise awareness about the usual causes for MSDs. A letter-page-sized version of the tabloid-sized poster.

UPDATED: December 2022

This poster can be printed and shared to raise awareness about the usual causes for MSDs. A printer-friendly version of the full-colour poster.

UPDATED: December 2022

This resource gives an overview of 2020 changes to the OHS Act, effective December 1, 2021.

PUBLISHED: December 2021

This bulletin provides information on legislation changes to potentially serious injury reporting, effect December 1, 2021

UPDATED: December 2021

This webinar provides an overview of the 2020 updates to the OHS Act. Fundamental rights, protections and obligations remain in place but with a new focus on outcomes rather than process.

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Updated: December 2021

Use this form to apply for approval to teach advanced workplace first aid in Alberta.

UPDATED: August 2023

Use this form to apply for approval to teach intermediate workplace first aid in Alberta.

UPDATED: August 2023

Use this form to apply for approval to teach basic workplace first aid in Alberta.

UPDATED: August 2023

Introduces OHS legislation with a focus on what supervisors need to do to comply with the law. Size 5.5" x 8.5".

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UPDATED: October 2024

What workers can expect when Alberta Occupational Health and Safety officers do inspections at work sites. Includes why and when officers show up, and how workers usually participate.

PUBLISHED: April 2022

What employers can expect when Alberta Occupational Health and Safety officers do inspections at work sites. Includes why and when officers show up, how officers gather information, and how they document their interactions, observations and findings.

UPDATED: April 2022

Summarizes key rights of employers in relation to Alberta OHS regulatory compliance.

PUBLISHED: April 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

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

This bulletin provides information to employers on steps to take if a worker reports a slip, trip, or fall.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

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

PUBLISHED: May 2022

This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on common fall hazards.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on fall protection systems.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

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

PUBLISHED: May 2022

This bulletin provides information to employers on engaging workers in slip, trip, and fall safety.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

This kit gives employers information about some key occupational health and safety requirements related to emergency response planning. The kit also provides a step-by-step approach to planning that employers can customize to their own work site. Size 8.5" x 11".

UPDATED: September 2025

These are Microsoft Word template versions of the sample forms in the "Emergency response planning: an occupational health and safety tool kit" pdf. Employers can customize these templates to suit their work site.

UPDATED: September 2024

(ENGLISH TITLE: Psychosocial hazards in the workplace: Assessment and control)

Ce document présente des renseignements pour aider les diverses parties sur le site de travail à cerner et à éliminer ou à maîtriser les risques psychosociaux.

MISE À JOUR : mars 2025

(ENGLISH TITLE: Change highlights: the 2020 OHS Act)

Cette ressource donne un aperçu des changements apportés à la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (SST) en 2020.

Publié : Juillet 2022

(ENGLISH TITLE: Ergonomics in the workplace: Identifying and controlling manual handling hazards)

Une vue d'ensemble des risques liés à la manutention manuelle et des suggestions sur la manière de les aborder.

Publié : Juillet 2021

(ENGLISH TITLE: Ergonomics in the workplace: Identifying and controlling MSI hazards)

Discute les blessures musculo-squelettiques (BMS), de ce qu'elles sont, de la manière de les identifier et des contrôles suggérés.

Publié : Juillet 2021

(ENGLISH TITLE: Ergonomics in the workplace: MSI prevention training)

Exigences de formation en ergonomie pour le contrôle des risques liés aux BMS.

Publié : Juin 2021

(ENGLISH TITLE: Addressing workplace MSDs - How do I support workers who report a musculoskeletal disorder)

Ce bulletin fournit des informations aux employeurs sur les mesures à prendre si un travailleur signale un trouble musculo-squelettique (TMS).

Publié : Juillet 2022

(ENGLISH TITLE: Health and safety programs)

Explications sur l'obligation légale d'établir et de mettre en œuvre un programme de santé et de sécurité, et aperçu de ce qu'un programme de santé et de sécurité peut comprendre.

MISE À JOUR : janvier 2023

(ENGLISH TITLE: Right to refuse dangerous work)

Explique les processus impliqués lorsqu'un travailleur exerce son droit de refuser un travail dangereux. Informations destinées aux employeurs et aux travailleurs.

Publié : Juillet 2022

(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.

MISE À JOUR : décembre 2021

(ENGLISH TITLE: Addressing workplace MSDs - What to do if you experience musculoskeletal disorder)

Ce bulletin fournit des informations aux travailleurs sur les mesures à prendre lorsqu'ils ressentent les symptômes d'un trouble musculo-squelettique (TMS).

Publié : Juillet 2022

Speaking notes to accompany the in-person presentation for facilitators.

UPDATED: May 2026

Contains three key knowledge sharing activities for the facilitator to explore participants’ understanding of the health and safety information.

UPDATED: May 2026

Pre - and post - learning evaluation – Used to evaluate workshop and help improve them for future participants.

UPDATED: May 2026

Speaking notes to accompany the virtual presentation for facilitators.

UPDATED: May 2026

Information for facilitators on hosting a virtual workshop.

UPDATED: May 2026

Resources that enhance Indigenous knowledge within the toolkit.

UPDATED: May 2026