In workplaces across Canada, fire extinguishers are a critical first line of defense in fire safety. This month’s safety update will walk you through what they do, when they’re required, how to choose the right one, and how to use them safely. How Fire Extinguishers Work A fire extinguisher is a portable device designed to … Read more
When accidents happen, knowing what to do next is crucial. Whether an employee has been injured suddenly, or develops a work-related illness over time, it’s important to act quickly. Prompt action protects workers’ health and rights and ensures access to benefits and support through the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB). Once a workplace incident is reported … Read more
INTRODUCTION Environment Canada, Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, and AHS issued an air quality warning on June 11, 2025 as the air quality health index (AQHI) spiked overnight. The forecast AQHI maximum for this day is expected to remain over 10. AQHI 10+ DURING WILDFIRE SMOKE EVENTS In Canada, an AQHI value of 10+ is typically … Read more
It’s summertime and you know what that means!… Excessive noise season is here. This month’s update will provide advice on how to reduce noise exposure in the workplace and maintain legislative standards for hearing conservation, to prevent the potential long-term health effects discussed last month. Excessive noise levels in the workplace pose significant risks to … Read more
It’s here! Winter has come at last. Every season has its own traits. Lets enjoy winter as much as we can, starting with some safety precautions. According to Alberta Health Services, the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responds to a number of cold weather emergencies every winter. However, you can reduce your risk of sustaining a … Read more
Did you know that you’re considered a lone worker if you’re working on the same site as someone else, but are in an isolated area conducting high hazard work? Field workers frequently find themselves in this situation where they may be working alone. There also are also more lone administrative workers since COVID, due to … Read more
In the blink of an eye and it’s August! We have a few very interesting OHS updates from Alberta Labour this month. Everyone has some level of risk to the harmful effects of extreme heat. Identify those most at risk considering job tasks – working outdoors or in areas with insufficient ventilation, older adults, people … Read more
And just like that… it’s already February. With the December 1, 2021, update to the OHS legislation, Alberta Labour is not really sending out bulletins other than reminding everyone to ensure that their program has been updated to accommodate the new requirements. Here are some general safety notes and considerations for the month! 1- Have … Read more
Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that 2022 is already here! Because there was a legislation change in December, there are not any new updates on OHS from Alberta Labour for January. Though the previous updates summarized some of these changes, here is a link to a YouTube video put out by Alberta … Read more
Mental health and emotional wellness are becoming an increasingly important role for workplaces to consider in their health and safety management systems. Employers are required to provide workers with tasks that are safe to do so, and workers are required to complete the said tasks; however, it is both the worker and employer’s responsibility to … Read more
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