Construction

Outlines how to select the most appropriate technique for safe abatement of asbestos-containing materials. Discusses health effects, legislation, personal protective equipment, sampling and analysis.

UPDATED: August 2019

Outlines how to apply for an acceptance to demolish a building where asbestos containing materials cannot be safely removed (e.g. after a fire in a building containing asbestos).

PUBLISHED: May 2020

***This resource is current to February 2017.
For information on the current OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

General precautions when dealing with asbestos demolition and renovations.

UPDATED: February 2017

Defines construction work sites for the purposes of the Occupational Health and Safety Act section 10(1).

PUBLISHED: July 2020

An overview of fall protection planning for residential roofing. It also includes a fall protection fall template.

PUBLISHED: July 2020

A customizable fall protection plan template for residential roofing.

PUBLISHED: July 2020

***This resource is current to September 2014.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Best practices to help employers fulfill their obligation to protect the health and safety of workers who operate or work around forklifts.

PUBLISHED: September 2014

A list of OHS resources for Alberta employers, prime contractors and workers involved in residential hail damage repairs.

PUBLISHED: July 2020