Bulletins

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.

PUBLISHED: December 2022

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

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 36 (mining) effective March 31, 2023.

PUBLISHED: March 31, 2023

This resource gives an overview of 2022 changes to the OHS Code - Part 37 (oil and gas wells) effective March 31, 2023.

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

This bulletin introduces miscellaneous changes to the 2022 Occupational Health and Safety Code effective March 31, 2023.

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

Gives an overview of Alberta's first aid requirements, effective March 31, 2023.

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

This resource provides information about OHS legislative requirements and general safety considerations relating to lithium batteries.

PUBLISHED: November 2023

This bulletin describes the content requirements for occupational hygiene reports, and the competency requirements (including qualifications) needed to sign off on occupational hygiene work. For more information, please see "Occupational hygiene competency: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)”.

UPDATED: December 2024

This bulletin explains how the term "owner" is used in Alberta's occupational health and safety laws. It also introduces some of an owner's key health and safety legal obligations.

PUBLISHED: June 2024

A guide for people who work on freshwater floating ice covers. It is based on the Government of Alberta’s “Guide for building and working safely on ice covers in Alberta”.

UPDATED: December 2024