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Working from home

GS017

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

PUBLISHED: December 2022

2022 Change highlights: First aid – Part 11 in the OHS Code

LH001

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

2022 Change highlights: Managing control of hazardous energy - Part 15 in the OHS Code

LH002

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

2022 Change highlights: Noise exposure – Part 16 in the OHS Code

LH003

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

2022 Change highlights: Overhead power lines and electrical utility workers – Parts 17 and 40 in the OHS Code

LH004

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

2022 Change highlights: Explosives – Part 33 in the OHS Code

LH005

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

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

2022 Change highlights: Mining – Part 36 in the OHS Code

LH006

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

PUBLISHED: March 31, 2023

2022 Change highlights: Oil and gas wells – Part 37 in the OHS Code

LH007

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

2022 Change highlights: Miscellaneous amendments in the OHS Code

LH008

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

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

First aid in the workplace

FA020

***This resource is current to March 31, 2023.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

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

UPDATED: March 31, 2023

Lithium batteries

GS018

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

PUBLISHED: November 2023

Occupational hygiene reports: requirements and tips

GS019

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

Legal terms 101: "owner"

LGT002

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

Working on ice: Field guide to working safely on ice covers

BP044

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

Stop violence and harassment in the workplace

PTR009

An awareness poster introducing basic requirements to prevent and stop violence and harassment in the workplace. The poster also gives some examples of what's included in the OHS Act's definitions of "violence" and "harassment". Size 11" x 17".

UPDATED: March 2025

2024 Change highlights: Violence and harassment – Part 27 in the OHS Code

LH009

This bulletin gives an overview of December 2024 changes to Part 27 of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code. The changes are set out in Ministerial Order 2024-12 (Jobs, Economy and Trade). (For more on violence and harassment prevention requirements, read Violence and harassment in the workplace.)

UPDATED: March 25, 2025