Bulletins

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

UPDATED: March 2025

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

July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026

UPDATED: June 30, 2026

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, 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

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

List of approved asbestos training agencies.

UPDATED: January 2025

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

UPDATED: May 2022

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

UPDATED: May 2026

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

UPDATED: May 2026

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

UPDATED: February 2023

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

PUBLISHED: November, 2020

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

PUBLISHED: November, 2020

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

UPDATED: August 2022

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

UPDATED: June 2022

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

PUBLISHED: June 2021

Ergonomics training requirements for MSI hazard control.

PUBLISHED: June 2021

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

PUBLISHED: June 2021

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

PUBLISHED: August 2021

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

PUBLISHED: August 2021

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

PUBLISHED: December 2021

Introduces employer requirement to register designated radiation equipment. Designated radiation equipment includes Class 3b and Class 4 lasers, X-ray equipment and certain types of particle accelerators.

UPDATED: May 2025

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

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 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 and workers on common fall hazards.

PUBLISHED: May 2022

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

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

(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: 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

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

PUBLISHED: December 2022

Lack of activity can lead to a loss of fitness or ability, which can increase the chance of injury. Workers resuming work after a period away may need to take additional steps to limit the potential for injuries.

PUBLISHED: December 2022

Gives employers information to help guide their selection of respirators and masks when addressing the hazard of respiratory viruses in the workplace.

UPDATED: June 2025

This bulletin gives examples of occupational health and safety best practices for employers and workers who are working from home.

PUBLISHED: December 2022

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 11 (first aid) effective March 31, 2023. (For more on current first aid requirements, read First aid in the workplace.)

UPDATED: May 2023

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 15 (managing control of hazardous energy) effective March 31, 2023.

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 16 (noise exposure) effective March 31, 2023. (For more on current requirements related to noise exposure, read Noise at the work site.)

UPDATED: April 2024

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 17 and 40 (overhead power lines and electrical utility workers) effective March 31, 2023.

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 33 (explosives) effective March 31, 2023.

UPDATED: March 31, 2023