Workplace Guidance for Business Owners
Overview This document has been developed to support business/services (excluding health care settings) in reducing the risk of transmission of COVID-19 among workers, volunteers and patrons. The guidance in this document is applicable to other settings and sectors (e.g., schools and places of worship).
COVID-19 Orders and Legislation
The Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued Order 18-20, which rescinds Orders 01-2020, 02-2020, and 07-2020. The appendix contains a list of businesses, entities and schools closed to the public.
N95 Respirator Alternatives
The Alberta Government is allowing the use of respirators meeting international standards as alternatives to N95 respirators approved by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
North American Occupational Safety and Health Week
The week of May 3-9th marks the North American Occupational Safety and Health week. The goal of this week is to focus employers, employees, partners and the public on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the work place, at home and in the community. This year we face a new set of challenges due to the COVID 19 pandemic, and it will be important that we all take the necessary preventative measures.
April 28th: Day of Mourning Ceremony
Although things were done a little differently this year, the Manufacturers' Health & Safety Association (MHSA) is grateful to have had the opportunity to participate in a very small gathering to remember the lives lost in workplace incidents.
Proper Disinfecting of Synthetic Slings and Tie Downs to Prevent the Transmission of the COVID-19 Virus
Numerous parties have contacted WSTDA asking for advice on how to disinfect synthetic slings and tie downs to prevent the transmission of the virus that causes COVID-19. Find the full newsletter and required information here.
COVID-19 Free Weekly Mental Fitness Webinar
CSSE Free Webinar Series “Tactics for maintaining Mental Fitness during the COVID-19 Pandemic.” This weekly discussion will examine the key behaviours organizations and individuals can do to maintain Mental Fitness during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Limited spots available. Register today.
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OHS E-News sign up: COVID-19
Alberta Labour and Immigration OHS would like to make every effort to connect you with the available resources and information related to COVID-19.