OHS News and Updates:
2011 Occupational Health and Safety penalties double from previous year
Alberta courts sent a strong message in 2011 that workplace health and safety must not be compromised. The penalty total of more than $3.4 million is the second highest ever, doubling the $1.7 million collected in 2010.December 29, 2011
Best Practices Guidelines for OHS in the Healthcare Industry
A series of guide books for employers and workers in the healthcare industry is complete. The final installments, Best Practices for the Assessment and Control of Psychological Hazards and an eLearning awareness program, are now available.
November 24, 2011
Occupational Health & Safety presence to increase following safety inspection results
The results of a recent focused inspection campaign on residential construction sites in Alberta show there continues to be room for safety improvements.
November 7, 2011
Province updates workplace injury and fatality records
The Alberta government has updated online information about workplace injuries and fatalities for more than 150,000 employers insured by the Workers’ Compensation Board-Alberta (WCB).
October 28, 2011
Bill 20 to extend cancer coverage to volunteer firefighters
Alberta’s 10,000 volunteer firefighters will be able to claim 14 types of cancer as work-related under changes being made to the Workers’ Compensation Act.
May 10, 2011
Alberta firefighters receive enhanced WCB cancer coverage
Alberta firefighters will now be able to claim prostate, breast, skin and multiple myeloma cancers with WCB claims under expanded coverage.
May 4, 2011
Alberta’s workplace injury rates at a 20-year record low
For 10 straight years Alberta’s lost-time claim rate has declined and it now at its lowest point in 20 years.
May 1, 2011
Work Safe Alberta
Work Safe Alberta is a government-led initiative in consultation with industry and labour to reduce work-related injuries, illnesses and fatalities.
- eLearning Programs
- Industry Initiatives
- OHS Statistics and Reports
- Public Awareness Campaigns
- Young Workers
Partnerships in Injury Reduction
PIR promotes health and safety management systems through the Certificate of Recognition (COR) program.
- Certificates of Recognition
- Health and Safety Management Systems
- Management System Audits
- PIR Publications
Legislation and Enforcement
OHS is responsible for developing and enforcing the minimum standards for health and safety in Alberta workplaces.
- OHS Legislation and Explanation Guide
- Compliance Policy and Procedures
- Inspection Programs
- Radiation Safety Legislation
Publications, Education and Promotion
Resources are available to help employers and workers stay healthy and safe at work.
view all publications, educational and promotional materialsOccupational Health and Safety Frequently Asked Questions
How do I report an incident?
How do I get a Certificate of Recognition (COR)?
What should I do if I have a health and safety concern at my workplace?
See all FAQs
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Occupational Health and Safety Quick Links
Contact Occupational Health and Safety
Call or email the OHS Contact Centre for general information, to order publications, file a complaint or report an incident.
- 1‑866‑415‑8690 (toll free)
- 780‑415‑8690 in Edmonton
Occupational Health and Safety Council
The OHS Council is an administrative body, which operates arms length from government. The Council advises the Minister on OHS matters and serves as an appeal body for orders issued by Occupational Health and Safety.
