Practical advice from the consultants doing the work — on COR audits, OHS orders, safety programs, WCB claims, and everything in between.
The assumption that quietly shifts the burden onto you. In Alberta, experienced is not the same as competent — and proving the difference is the employer's job.
Digital tools are great for organizing paperwork, but they don't walk your site. Here is what happened when we mistook a safety app for a safety program—and why we finally brought in fractional safety leadership.
Your audit date is coming up. Here is what auditors actually check — and where most small contractors fall short.
A serious incident revealed what wasn't being reported. No incidents on paper doesn't mean no risk on site — it often means the reporting stopped. Here's what we learned when everything looked fine, and then it wasn't.
Why a subcontractor compliance program I thought was overkill became critical to my business
What I realized as an Alberta business owner—and how supervisory responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act became more demanding as we grew
What many Alberta contractors discover when their company grows beyond informal safety practices.
From Careful to Accountable
How Safety Governance and Executive Oversight Strengthen Compliance and Inspection Readiness in Alberta
How Alberta business owners can reduce compliance risk through proper implementation and oversight.
How employer responsibility is evaluated when driving-related incidents occur
How Alberta OHS enforcement tests employer safety systems
Lessons from the field — what I’ve seen go wrong (and how I’ve learned to prevent it)
What Quiet Periods Reveal About Safety Systems — Before Pressure Does
My first-year worker had an injury that revealed significant costs due to my lack of WCB and Return-to-Work processes.
A recent COR audit helped me uncover gaps in my safety program — and the Hong Kong fire showed why those gaps matter.
The safety requirements most new Alberta businesses don’t hear about... until it’s too late.
What to Expect and How to Be Ready
Don’t Get Caught Unprepared in Alberta’s Wildfire Season
A SUPERVISOR’S GUIDE TO NAVIGATING OHS COMPLIANCE AND ENSURING SAFETY
What steps do I take now?
Changes to passing Emergency and other roadside vehicles
September means more pedestrians, school zones, and distracted drivers on Alberta roads. Employers with workers who drive as part of their job need a refresher on the rules that apply — and the liability that comes with ignoring them.
Training your workers to spot the signs of heat illness early can save lives.
Labour Shortage has Employers Looking Towards Younger Workers
Reactive safety management means responding to incidents after they happen. Proactive safety management means preventing them. Alberta employers who shift from reactive to proactive see lower WCB costs, fewer OHS orders, and stronger COR scores.
Supporting those effected by traumatic workplace fatality, life-altering workplace injury or occupational disease
Remembering those effected by workplace related injuries, illnesses and casualties
Alberta's OHS legislation changes redefined when joint health and safety committees are required and what they must do. If you have 20 or more workers, this directly affects your compliance obligations.
The Traffic Safety Amendment Act
Edmonton's face covering bylaw has been repealed, but employer obligations under the OHS Act remain. Here is how to assess your workplace's current requirements and communicate changes to your workers clearly.
Alberta's COVID-19 restriction changes created new compliance questions for employers. Here is what changed, what stayed in place, and how to keep your workplace aligned with current OHS requirements.
Alberta employers whose workers drive as part of their job have a legal duty to ensure those workers are equipped for winter road conditions. Here is what your fleet safety program needs to include before the snow flies.
Mismanaged WCB claims cost Alberta employers more than money — they affect your experience rating, your premiums, and your ability to win contracts. Here is how to handle claims correctly from the moment of injury.
School is back in session!
Wildfire smoke and poor air quality events are increasingly common in Alberta, and the OHS Act requires employers to protect outdoor workers when air quality deteriorates. Here is how to monitor conditions and respond appropriately.
Alberta employers whose workers operate boats — on lakes, rivers, or remote access routes — carry safety responsibilities that go beyond a life jacket. Here is what the OHS Act requires and what good practice looks like.
Outdoor recreation season brings real hazards for Alberta workers in forestry, oil and gas, and remote site operations. A few simple precautions before you head out can prevent the incidents that end careers.
We’ve all heard the saying… “You get what you pay for.”
Alberta employers are required to have a fire safety plan — but most plans sit in a binder and never get tested. Here is what a compliant, practical fire safety plan looks like and how to make sure your workers actually know what to do.
Alberta employers navigating COVID-19 had to balance OHS obligations, public health orders, and operational continuity simultaneously. Here is what the OHS Act required — and what good employers did beyond the minimum.
Heat stress is a recognized workplace hazard under Alberta's OHS Act, and employers have a duty to protect workers when temperatures rise. Here is what the legislation requires and what a practical heat illness prevention plan looks like.
Receiving an OHS order in Alberta is not the end of the world — but ignoring it is. Here is exactly what to do when an officer arrives, what your rights are, and how to respond to an order without making things worse.
Alberta's weather can shift from clear skies to a dangerous storm in hours. Employers with outdoor workers need a severe weather response plan that workers can actually follow — not just a policy in a binder.
Influenza and respiratory illness outbreaks create real operational risk for Alberta employers, especially those with workers in close quarters or remote camps. Here is what your safety program should include before the next outbreak.
The habits that keep workers safe on the job don't always follow them home — and the consequences can be just as serious. Here is how Safety Ahead thinks about safety culture beyond the worksite.
The holiday season brings increased workplace hazards — fatigue, distraction, and rushed schedules. Alberta employers have a duty to manage these risks even when the calendar says it's time to celebrate.
Alberta's OHS Act places clear obligations on both prime contractors and subcontractors when multiple employers share a worksite. Understanding who is responsible for what — and when — is essential to avoiding orders and liability.
Some of the most serious workplace incidents in Alberta happen when hazards become routine and workers stop seeing them. Here is how to reset your team's awareness before the next near-miss becomes a fatality.
A good safety advisor doesn't just know the regulations — they know how to make safety work in the real world of Alberta construction, oil and gas, and industrial operations. Here is what to look for when you're hiring.
National Fire Prevention Week is a reminder that fire hazards exist in every Alberta workplace, not just industrial sites. A quick audit of your fire safety plan and emergency procedures can prevent a preventable tragedy.
The updated COR audit protocol raises the bar for Alberta employers. Understanding what auditors are looking for — and where most companies fall short — is the difference between passing and starting over.
Agricultural operations in Alberta face unique OHS challenges — seasonal workers, remote locations, and equipment hazards that most safety programs aren't built for. Here is what the OHS Act requires and what good practice looks like on a farm.
Alberta workers flying to remote worksites face unique hazards that most safety programs don't address. Know your rights, your employer's responsibilities, and what to do when something goes wrong at 35,000 feet.
Young workers in Alberta are disproportionately represented in workplace injury statistics. Employers have a legal and moral obligation to provide adequate orientation, supervision, and hazard training before a young worker sets foot on the job.
June 1 - August 31, 2019
What happens if I get one? How do I deal with it?
May Long Weekend is here!!
Align with the 2019 COR Audit Tool and recent legislation changes
In Effect March 1, 2019.
COR Audit Changes 2019
Visit our new location in December 2018!
Adesh Deol Trucking Owner Sukhmander Singh Charged
Winter in Alberta is not a surprise — but every year, employers are caught without adequate cold weather protocols. Here is how to prepare your workers, your equipment, and your safety program before the first frost.
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Poor air quality — from wildfire smoke, industrial emissions, or confined space hazards — is a serious OHS risk for Alberta workers. Employers must assess the hazard, communicate the risk, and implement controls before workers are exposed.
Why is it necessary?
The Do's and Don'ts
Proposed By-Laws to Public Smoking In Alberta
Alarming research behind 30km/hour speed limit postings
Recreational Marijuana Use to be legal on October 17, 2018.
Keep your summer fun and safe!
What is it and why do I need one?
Bill 30 changed what Alberta employers are legally required to include in their safety programs. If your program hasn't been updated since 2018, it may no longer meet the minimum standard under the OHS Act.
Safety in a Box is Alberta's small employer safety program — designed for companies that need a compliant safety system without the overhead of a full-time safety manager. Here is what it includes and whether it's right for your operation.
Alberta's OHS Act includes psychological health and safety as a recognized workplace hazard. Employers who ignore mental health risks are not just missing an opportunity — they may be non-compliant.
Under Alberta's OHS Act, a workplace fatality triggers immediate legal obligations — scene preservation, OHS notification, and a formal investigation. Here is what happens next and what you must do to protect your workers and your business.
On multi-employer Alberta worksites, the prime contractor carries the highest level of OHS accountability. If you are the prime, you are responsible for the safety of every worker on that site — including subcontractors.
Alberta's OHS legislation now recognizes domestic violence as a workplace hazard when it creates a risk to a worker at work. Employers have a legal duty to respond — here is what that means in practice.
Winter driving in Alberta is one of the most common causes of worker injury and fatality. These practical tips apply whether you're driving a personal vehicle or a company truck — and your employer is responsible for making sure you know them.
Bill 30 was the most significant overhaul of Alberta's OHS legislation in decades. Here is a plain-language breakdown of what changed, what it means for employers, and what you need to do now.
Holiday parties, year-end pressure, and reduced staffing create a predictable spike in workplace incidents. Alberta employers who plan ahead can keep their workers safe and their operations running through December.
Under Alberta's OHS Act, supervisors must be competent — not just experienced. If your supervisors can't demonstrate they understand the hazards and controls in their area, your company is exposed. Here is what competency actually requires.
Alberta's OHS legislation requires employers to have a harassment and violence prevention plan. If your policy hasn't been updated since Bill 30 came into force, it may not meet the current legal standard.
Quoted from the ACSA Advisor Fall 2010 Volume 22 Issue 3
We work with Alberta employers on OHS orders, COR audits, safety programs, WCB claims management, and fractional safety leadership.
