Best practices, guides and manuals

In-depth information, often include practical tools such as checklists, step-by-step procedures, and other how-to information.

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Recommended Practices in Health and Safety: A guide for Building Owners + Managers

BP006
***This resource is current to August 2009.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information for most commercial building owners or managers to create a safe and healthy workplace for their staff while complying with OHS legislation.

PUBLISHED: August 2009

Health and Safety Tool Kit for Alberta Auto & Truck Dealerships

BP026
***This resource is current to February 2008.
For information on the current OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information for franchised auto and truck dealerships about OHS legislation, hazard identification and control.

PUBLISHED: February 2008

Safe Stages Best Practices

BP027
***This resource is current to Novemeber 2006.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information for Alberta's theatre industry about OHS legislation, hazard identification and control, and developing a health and safety policy.

PUBLISHED: November 2006

Workplace Violence Prevention Plan: Employer guide for retail fuel and convenience stores

BP031
Best practices handbook that gives retail fuel and convenience store employers information about developing a violence prevention plan to meet legislated requirements. Size 8.5" x 11"

PUBLISHED: June 2018

Best Practices Guidelines for Occupational Health and Safety in the Healthcare Industry. Volume 1: Overview of Best Practices

BP009
***This resource is current to May 2011. For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Highlights general health and safety issues in the healthcare environment. Volume 1 of 5 in a series of best practice handbooks for the healthcare industry.

PUBLISHED: May 2011

Best Practices Guidelines for Occupational Health and Safety in the Healthcare Industry. Volume 2: Best Practices for the Assessment and Control of Biological Hazards

BP010
***This resource is current to May 2011.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information to assist with identifying, assessing and controlling biological hazards in healthcare workplaces. Volume 2 of 5 in a series of best practice handbooks for the healthcare industry.

PUBLISHED: May 2011

Best Practices Guidelines for Occupational Health and Safety in the Healthcare Industry. Volume 3: Best Practices for the Assessment and Control of Chemical Hazards

BP011
***This resource is current to May 2011.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A review of best practices for controlling exposure to chemical hazards in healthcare. Volume 3 of 5 in a series of best practice handbooks for the healthcare industry.

PUBLISHED: May 2011

Best Practices Guidelines for Occupational Health and Safety in the Healthcare Industry. Volume 4: Best Practices for the Assessment and Control of Physical Hazards

BP012
***This resource is current to May 2011.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Addresses key physical hazards that exist in the healthcare work environment. A companion to the No Unsafe Lift Workbook which addresses patient handling. Volume 4 of 5 in a series of best practice handbooks for the healthcare industry.



PUBLISHED: May, 2011

Best Practices Guidelines for Occupational Health and Safety in the Healthcare Industry. Volume 5: Best Practices for the Assessment and Control of Psychological Hazards

BP013
***This resource is current to May 2011.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A review of best practices for identifying and controlling work-related psychological stressors. Volume 5 of 5 in a series of best practice handbooks for the healthcare industry.



PUBLISHED: May 2011

No Unsafe Lift Workbook

BCL007
***This resource is current to January 1, 2008.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Provides a framework for healthcare employers to develop and implement comprehensive musculoskeletal injury prevention programs for their facilities.

PUBLISHED: January 1, 2008

A Physician’s Guide to Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities

BP004
***This resource is current to September 2008. For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Information for physicians and their staff about creating a healthy and safe workplace for themselves, their co-workers and their employees, while complying with Alberta OHS legislation.

PUBLISHED: September 2008

Indoor Air Quality Tool Kit

GH015
***This resource is current to August 2009.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A tool kit to help identify typical indoor air quality issues and suggest solutions to common problems.

PUBLISHED: August 2009

H2S: The Killer

CH026
***This resource is current to August 2012.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Lists the hazards for workers when working with H2S, suggested controls including protection and first aid, and employer and worker legislated responsibilities.

PUBLISHED: August 2012

Guidelines for the Handling of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials in Western Canada

RAD001
***This resource is current to August 1995.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Guidelines for detection, classification, handling, transportation and waste management of naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM). Developed by the Western Canadian NORM Committee.

PUBLISHED: August 1995

Working on ice - Best practices for building and working safely on ice covers in Alberta

SH010
***This resource is currently being updated ***

Addresses hazards and controls, as well as design, monitoring and maintenance for the construction and operation of transportation facilities and working platforms on floating ice.