Working in physically hazardous situations - alone, on ice, in heat and cold, in noise – as well as materials handling, vibration, and more.
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WA002
Explains the meaning of working alone as defined in Alberta's OHS Code, as well as the legislated requirements for employers of workers working alone. UPDATED: July 2022
GS015
This bulletin provides employers and workers with health and safety information about working in summer. UPDATED: December 2021
GS014
This bulletin provides employers and workers with health and safety information about working in winter. UPDATED: December 2021
INFO004
Infographic on the health risks associated with working in the heat, what to watch for, and how to prevent heat stress. UPDATED: August 2022
INFO003
Infographic on the health risks associated with working in the cold, what to watch for, and how to prevent cold stress. UPDATED: August 2022
GS006
***This resource is current to July 2014.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit
OHS website. ***
Explains the health risks associated with working in extreme heat and cold situations and suggested controls.
PUBLISHED: July 2014
ERG013
Discusses the hazards of manual lifting, health effects and suggested controls. PUBLISHED: February 2017
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
ERG026
Discusses the risks associated with hand-arm vibration and suggests controls, also addresses whole-body vibration.
GS007
***This resource is current to February 2010.
For information on the current OHS requirements, visit
OHS website. ***
PUBLISHED: February 2010
BP039
This bulletin outlines some common driving hazards and controls to help address those hazards. UPDATED: August 2022
HS003
Discusses noise as a common workplace hazard, including information about associated health effects and exposure limits, implementing a noise management program, audiometric testing, and educating workers. UPDATED: August 2023
LI050
Explains requirements regarding employer-imposed footwear under the OHS Code. UPDATED: July 2022
GH019
***This resource is current to October 2014.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit
OHS website. ***
Discusses health effects associated with nanomaterials, legislation, hazard assessment and suggested controls.
PUBLISHED: October 2014
SH013
***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