Employer

***This resource is current to October 2018.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

An alert about misleading sales tactics by commercial providers of workplace safety training for the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). Clarifies Alberta's legislated WHMIS training requirements.

UPDATED: October 2018

Explains the Occupational Health and Safety Act as it applies to employers, and addresses the employer's role in ensuring health and safety at the work site.

UPDATED: June 2020

Lists health and safety requirements and recommendations for employers with volunteer workers.

PUBLISHED: November 2018

This starter kit provides information and tools to help employers know and understand some of the basic requirements of Alberta’s occupational health and safety (OHS) laws. It is designed to help employers who need to develop an OHS program from the ground up. It may also benefit those looking to grow and improve upon their existing health and safety program, culture and performance. This kit includes templates and sample forms that are also available in MS Word format (search BP035TMP or see Related resources on the starter kit's product page).

PUBLISHED: January 2020

Templates and sample forms from the 'Occupational health and safety starter kit' in MS Word format so you can adapt them to your organization's needs.

PUBLISHED: January 2020

***This resource is current to March 2012.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Tip sheet for employers when considering hiring an occupational health and safety consultant.

PUBLISHED: March 2012

An overview of how employers can support the often unique OHS needs of Indigenous workers through awareness, education and training.

PUBLISHED: August 2019