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Worker-specific resources such as the Worker’s OHS guide, bulletins for domestic workers, students and volunteers, and more.

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Workers' handbook on occupational health and safety

BP042

This pocket-sized handbook is a quick health and safety reference for Alberta workers. It introduces some key health and safety concepts, along with common workplace hazards, frequently used controls and quick tips that workers can use everyday. Size 4" x 5.5".

UPDATED: September 2024

Guide to OHS: Workers

LI008

Introduces OHS legislation with a focus on what workers need to do to comply with the law. Size 5.5" x 8.5".

For the most current version of this publication, please download the PDF below. You may also order an earlier version of this publication in print format, using the “Order Resource” button below.

UPDATED: October 2024

Domestic workers

LI069

Addresses some of the hazards associated with domestic work and the obligations of employers and workers under Alberta OHS legislation.

UPDATED: April 2022

Are students and volunteers workers?

LI022

Explains when students and volunteers are considered workers under the OHS Act.

UPDATED: April 2022

Do you know how to refuse dangerous work?

PTR008

Poster overview of a worker's right to refuse work that is a serious and immediate threat to health and safety. Introduces workers to key steps in the work refusal process. Size 11" x 17".

UPDATED: November 2024

Use Your Worker Rights

PTC005

This two-sided postcard introduces the three worker rights enshrined in the OHS Act. Includes tips to help workers exercise these rights. Size 4" x 6".

UPDATED: January 2022

Know Your Responsibilities as a Worker

PTC004

This two-sided postcard gives an at-a-glance introduction to some worker, supervisor and employer health and safety responsibilities. Size 4" x 6".

UPDATED: January 2022

Working? Know the rules

PTR005

Poster reminding employees of key employment standards rules. Size 11" x 17".

PUBLISHED: March 2019

Working? Know your rights

PTR006

Poster reminding workers of their occupational health and safety rights. Size 11" x 17".

PUBLISHED: March 2019

Working? Rights, rules, risks

PTR007

Poster reminding workers to know their rights, the occupational health safety rules, and the hazards before starting work. Size 11" x 17".

PUBLISHED: March 2019

What to expect in an OHS inspection: information for workers

CI006

What workers can expect when Alberta Occupational Health and Safety officers do inspections at work sites. Includes why and when officers show up, and how workers usually participate.

PUBLISHED: April 2022

Understanding Indigenous Workers’ Occupational Health and Safety Needs: Tips for Indigenous training and employment organizations

IWR002

***This resource is current to August 2019.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Addresses Indigenous worker OHS awareness opportunities and responsibilities for training and employment organizations. Size 8.5" x 11", two-sided.

PUBLISHED: August 2019

Hazard assessment and control: a handbook for Alberta employers and workers

BP018

This best practice handbook gives a step-by-step approach to formal hazard assessment that employers can customize to suit their business operations. It also introduces hazard assessment, elimination and control requirements in the OHS Code. Size 8.5" x 11".

UPDATED: October 2023