Fire and explosion

***This resource is current to April 2006.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Discusses elements to consider when purchasing fire retardent clothing.

PUBLISHED: April 2006

***This resource is current to August 2010.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Outlines safe work procedures for preparing hydrocarbon-containing vessels, tanks or piping systems for hot work, confined space entry or hydrocarbon removal.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

***This resource is current to Mach 2009.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information on propane cylinder and propane-fueled boiler safety requirements.

PUBLISHED: March 2009

***This resource is current to July 2009.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A complete resource on flammable materials including definitions, associated hazards, worker training, storage, and incompatible substances.

PUBLISHED: July 2009

***This resource is current to May 2007.
For information on the current OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A description of hot work as a fire and explosion hazard and direction for performing hot work under the OHS Code.

PUBLISHED: May 2007

This bulletin describes the minimum standards to which a fire service must comply under occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation.

PUBLISHED: March 2019

Gives information for those performing debris clean-up and demolition of structures involved in wildfires.

PUBLISHED: May 2020

***This resource is current to May 2020.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Explains how safe work permits can be used to protect workers and maintain safe working conditions. Provides examples and discusses pros and cons.

PUBLISHED: May 2020

***This resource is current to July 2010.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A review of the proper use and calibration of combustible gas meters.

PUBLISHED: July 2010

Outlines steps employers and workers must take to ensure fire-damaged buildings are structurally safe for workers to enter.

PUBLISHED: May 2020

A questionnaire to help employers determine if a worker is fit to work in areas where there is a high chance of exposure to smoke.

This publication discusses wildfire smoke as a workplace hazard, potential health effects, risks and controls.

PUBLISHED: May 2020

Discuss exposure risks when working in smoky environments, hazard control and related legislation.

PUBLISHED: June 2019