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Appropriate Workwear for Flash Fire and Explosion Hazards

PPE005
***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

Eye Protection at the Work Site

PPE007
***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

Radon in the Workplace

RAD007
***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

Personal exposure monitoring for ionizing radiation (dosimetry)

RAD008
Discusses personal radiation exposure monitoring using dosimeters and lists effective dose limits.

UPDATED: December 2021

Working alone

WA002
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

Spray Application of Paint and Coatings

CH004
Hazards associated with spray application and suggested controls.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

Benzene at the Work Site

CH065
***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

Occupational health and safety guide for firefighting

FEX003
***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

Domestic violence in the workplace

LI059
This bulletin provides information about domestic violence as a workplace hazard.

UPDATED: December 2021

Working in winter

GS014
This bulletin provides employers and workers with health and safety information about working in winter.

UPDATED: December 2021

Right to refuse dangerous work

LI049
Explains the processes involved when a worker exercises their right to refuse dangerous work. Information for employers and workers.

UPDATED: December 2021

Approved first aid training agencies

FA018
October 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024

UPDATED: September, 2024

Disciplinary action complaints

LI061
Explains the disciplinary action complaint process Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) follows. Includes what complaints OHS can accept, steps in the process and how to file a complaint.

UPDATED: February 2022

Respiratory viruses and the workplace

BH022
Respiratory viruses, including influenza and coronaviruses, can cause common colds, seasonal flu and public health outbreaks. This bulletin gives employers, supervisors and workers information about controlling respiratory virus hazards in the workplace.

UPDATED: December 2022

Applying for an OHS acceptance or approval

LI030
Acceptances and approvals are legislated tools that let OHS directors grant permissions under specific circumstances. This bulletin explains more about acceptances and approvals, including who can apply and how.

PUBLISHED: December 2021

Approved asbestos training agencies

ASB002
List of approved asbestos training agencies.

UPDATED: September 2024

Workplace health and safety after a flood

GH021
Outlines some of the hazards that can be introduced as a result of a flood and ways to address those hazards.

UPDATED: May 2022

Cleaning up burned structures

FI009
This resource provides health and safety information regarding debris cleanup and demolition of structures involved in wildfires.

UPDATED: July 2023

Working in summer

GS015
This bulletin provides employers and workers with health and safety information about working in summer.

UPDATED: December 2021

Fall protection plan: information sheet for residential roofing

GS010-1
Fall protection plan information sheet for residential roofing. Contains a fall protection plan template.

UPDATED: February 2023

Don't slip into winter 1: Hazards and controls

PIS008
Addresses winter slip hazard assessment and control. Includes pointers for supervisors and workers.

PUBLISHED: November, 2020

Don't trip into winter 1: Hazards and controls

PIS012
Addresses winter trip hazard assessment and control. Includes pointers for employers, supervisors and workers.

PUBLISHED: November, 2020

Driving safety

BP039
This bulletin outlines some common driving hazards and controls to help address those hazards.

UPDATED: August 2022

Vehicles as work sites

LI066
This resource provides information on how and when vehicles are considered to be work sites in Alberta.

UPDATED: June 2022

Ergonomics in the workplace: Identifying and controlling manual handling hazards

ERG043
An overview on manual handling hazards and suggestions on how to address them.

PUBLISHED: June 2021

Ergonomics in the workplace: MSI prevention training

ERG044
Ergonomics training requirements for MSI hazard control.

PUBLISHED: June 2021

Ergonomics in the workplace: Identifying and controlling MSI hazards

ERG045
Discusses musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs), what they are, how to identify them, and suggested controls.

PUBLISHED: June 2021

Addressing workplace MSDs - How do I support workers who report a musculoskeletal disorder

PIS015
This bulletin provides information to employers on steps to take if a worker reports an MSD.

PUBLISHED: August 2021

Addressing workplace MSDs - What to do if you experience musculoskeletal disorder

PIS016
This bulletin provides information to workers about steps to take when experiencing symptoms of an MSD.

PUBLISHED: August 2021

Change highlights: the 2020 OHS Act

LI065
This resource gives an overview of 2020 changes to the OHS Act, effective December 1, 2021.

PUBLISHED: December 2021

Registration of radiation equipment

RAD009
Outlines OHS registration requirements for certain kinds of radiation equipment. Some example industries where designated radiation equipment may be found include Class 3b and Class 4 lasers, X-ray equipment, and particle accelerators.

PUBLISHED: December 2021

What to expect in an OHS inspection: information for workers

CI006
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 to expect in an OHS inspection: information for employers

CI007
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

Employers' rights

LI062
Summarizes key rights of employers in relation to Alberta OHS regulatory compliance.

PUBLISHED: April 2022

Slips, trips and falls – Boots and traction aids

PIS017
This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on different types and uses of traction aids.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

Fall protection systems and weather

PIS018
This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on fall protection systems.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

Spring slips, trips, and falls

PIS019
This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on hazards related to spring weather in Alberta.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

Common fall hazards

PIS020
This bulletin provides information to employers and workers on common fall hazards.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

Engaging workers in slip, trip and fall prevention

PIS021
This bulletin provides information to employers on engaging workers in slip, trip, and fall safety.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

How do I support workers who report a slip, trip or fall?

PIS022
This bulletin provides information to employers on steps to take if a worker reports a slip, trip, or fall.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

Évaluation et contrôle des risques psychosociaux au travail

BP024FR
(ENGLISH TITLE: Psychosocial hazards in the workplace: Assessment and control)

Renseignements sur les entraves à la santé et à la sécurité psychologiques en milieu de travail.

MISE À JOUR : septembre 2022

Ergonomie en milieu de travail : Cerner et contrôler les risques liés à la manutention manuelle

ERG043FR
(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

Ergonomie en milieu de travail : Cerner et contrôler les risques de LMS

ERG045FR
(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

Ergonomie au travail : Formation sur la prévention des LMS

ERG044FR
(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

Comités et représentants de la santé et de la sécurité

LI060FR
(ENGLISH TITLE: Health and safety committees and representatives)

Renseignements sur les comités mixtes de santé et de sécurité et sur les exigences en matière de représentation sur les lieux de travail en Alberta.

MISE À JOUR : janvier 2023

Comment puis-je aider les travailleurs qui signalent un trouble musculosquelettique?

PIS015FR
(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

Santé et sécurité au travail et système de responsabilité interne

LI051FR
(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

Droit de refuser un travail dangereux

LI049FR
(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

Rôle et responsabilités des agents de SST de l’Alberta

LI046FR
(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

Que faire si vous présentez un trouble musculosquelettique

PIS016FR
(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