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Workplace Safety Articles, OH&S Tips & Compliance Resources

Practical workplace safety articles, OH&S tips, compliance guidance, training updates, and safety program resources for employers, supervisors, workers, and safety representatives across Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.

Use these articles to better understand safety program requirements, COR and SECOR preparation, hazard assessments, incident investigations, safety training, supervisor responsibilities, and practical ways to improve day-to-day workplace safety.

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Workplace Safety Articles and OH&S resources for employers, supervisors, and workers across Western Canada.

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Practical Safety Articles for Real Workplace Issues

Workplace safety can become difficult to manage when employers are dealing with changing regulations, client requirements, audit expectations, training records, hazard assessments, inspections, incident follow-up, and supervisor accountability.

This blog article hub brings practical safety information together in one place. The articles are written to help employers understand common OH&S issues, improve safety documentation, strengthen training, prepare for audits, and support safer day-to-day work.

Latest articles

Latest Blog Articles

Browse the latest workplace safety articles, OH&S guidance, training updates, audit preparation tips, and practical safety program resources from Calgary Safety Consultants.

Ladder Safety 101: Protect Your Workers & Stay Compliant

May 23, 2025

Ladder Safety 101: Practical Steps to Protect Workers

Ladders are one of the most common workplace tools—and one of the biggest causes of fall injuries. Learn essential ladder safety tips, OH&S compliance requirements, and how businesses can prevent accidents. Calgary Safety Consultants offers ladder safety training, risk assessments, and compliance audits. Contact us today!

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How Safety Champions Can Boost Workplace OH&S in Calgary

May 19, 2025

How Safety Champions Can Boost Workplace OH&S

Boost your workplace safety culture with Safety Champions! Learn how these key employees improve OH&S, reduce hazards, and drive engagement. Discover practical strategies and how Calgary Safety Consultants can help your business create a safer work environment. Visit us today!

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Asbestos Code of Practice: Keeping Calgary Workplaces Safe

May 16, 2025

Asbestos Code of Practice: Keeping Calgary Workplaces Safe

Worried about asbestos in your workplace? Learn everything Calgary businesses need to know about Alberta’s Asbestos Code of Practice—from risk assessments to compliance requirements. Find out how Calgary Safety Consultants can help your business stay compliant and protect employees from asbestos exposure. Read more now!

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Gamification in Safety Training: How To Make Learning Fun

May 14, 2025

Gamification in Safety Training: How To Make Learning Fun

Traditional safety training can be boring, but gamification makes it engaging and effective! Learn how Calgary businesses can integrate leaderboards, virtual reality, and interactive safety challenges to improve OH&S compliance. Calgary Safety Consultants offers innovative safety training solutions that make learning fun. Visit us today!

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Confined Space Hazards: What Calgary Businesses Need to Know

May 12, 2025

Confined Space Hazards: What Employers Need to Know

Confined spaces can be deadly if not managed properly. Learn about confined space hazards, safety measures, and how Calgary Safety Consultants can help businesses in Calgary stay compliant with OH&S regulations. Get expert safety training, assessments, and emergency planning. Visit us today!

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What to Know About Minimum OH&S Compliance for Alberta Workplaces

May 7, 2025

What to Know About Minimum OH&S Compliance for Alberta Workplaces

Looking to stay compliant with Alberta's Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) laws? Learn the bare minimum requirements for workplace safety, including hazard assessments, safety training, and violence prevention. Discover how Calgary Safety Consultants can help you meet OH&S compliance standards while keeping your business and employees safe. Read more now!

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How Exhaustion Leads to Accidents: Fatigue Management for OH&S

May 5, 2025

How Exhaustion Leads to Accidents: Fatigue Management for OH&S

Workplace fatigue is a serious safety risk in high-risk industries like construction, oil & gas, and transportation. Learn how exhaustion leads to accidents, productivity loss, and OH&S violations. Calgary Safety Consultants provides fatigue management training, risk assessments, and compliance support. Contact us today!

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Vendor & Contractor OH&S: Managing Third-Party Risks

April 30, 2025

Vendor & Contractor OH&S: Managing Third-Party Risks

Ensure vendor and contractor safety compliance in your Calgary business with expert OH&S guidance. Learn how to manage third-party risks, conduct audits, and implement training programs to maintain a safe, compliant workplace. Discover how Calgary Safety Consultants can help!

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The True Cost of Workplace Absenteeism Due to Safety Issues in Calgary

April 25, 2025

The True Cost of Safety-Related Absenteeism

Workplace absenteeism due to safety issues is a hidden cost impacting businesses. Discover how poor OH&S practices contribute to lost productivity, financial strain, and workplace disruptions. Learn how Calgary Safety Consultants can help businesses in Calgary reduce absenteeism and improve safety culture.

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Why Near Misses Reporting Matters for OH&S

April 23, 2025

Why Near Misses Reporting Matters for OH&S

Near misses are more than lucky escapes—they're warning signs that can prevent real workplace accidents. Learn why tracking near misses matters, real-life examples, and how Calgary Safety Consultants can help businesses improve safety, reduce risk, and stay OH&S compliant.

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Understanding Remote Work Safety in Calgary

April 18, 2025

Understanding Remote Work Safety for Canadian Employers

Discover the hidden safety risks of remote work! From ergonomics to electrical hazards and mental health, Calgary businesses must ensure remote employees stay safe. Learn how Calgary Safety Consultants can help with OH&S compliance, risk assessments, and remote work safety policies.

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Affordable OH&S Solutions for Small Businesses

April 16, 2025

Affordable OH&S Solutions for Small Businesses

Small businesses in Calgary can implement workplace safety without breaking the bank. Learn how to access free resources, budget-friendly training, and affordable safety solutions while staying OH&S compliant. Calgary Safety Consultants offers expert guidance to help you build a safe workplace on a budget. Visit us today!

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What You’ll Find in Our Safety Articles

Our workplace safety articles focus on practical topics that employers regularly face, including safety manuals, COR and SECOR preparation, incident investigations, hazard assessments, inspections, safety training, workplace culture, supervisor responsibilities, regulatory compliance, and safety program maintenance.

The goal is to provide useful information that helps employers identify gaps, understand their responsibilities, and take practical action before issues become larger problems.

Who they’re for

Who These Articles Are For

  • Employers building or improving a safety program
  • Supervisors responsible for worker safety and follow-up
  • Managers preparing for COR, SECOR, audits, or client reviews
  • Workers looking for clearer safety guidance
  • Health and safety committee members and representatives
  • Small and mid-sized employers without full-time safety staff
  • Multi-location employers operating across Alberta, BC, and Saskatchewan

Popular topics

Popular Workplace Safety Topics

  • COR and SECOR preparation
  • Safety manuals and safety programs
  • Hazard assessments and inspections
  • Incident reporting and investigations
  • WHMIS and workplace safety training
  • Supervisor safety responsibilities
  • Safety culture and safety climate
  • OHS compliance and regulatory support

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Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find clear answers to common questions about our safety consulting, training, COR support, and OH&S program development services.

What topics do your workplace safety articles cover?

Our workplace safety articles cover practical occupational health and safety topics that employers, supervisors, and safety coordinators deal with in real workplaces. This may include safety program development, hazard assessment, inspections, incident investigation, COR and SECOR preparation, WHMIS, TDG, emergency response, safety training, contractor safety, supervisor responsibilities, and safety culture.

The articles are written to help employers understand common safety issues, identify gaps, and take practical steps to improve compliance and day-to-day safety performance.

Are the blog articles written for employers?

Yes. The articles are written primarily for employers, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, and business owners who need clear and practical safety information.

The goal is to explain workplace safety topics in a way that supports better decision-making, stronger documentation, improved supervisor follow-through, and more effective safety program implementation.

Can these articles help with COR or SECOR preparation?

Yes. Many of the articles can help employers better understand the systems, records, and workplace practices that support COR or SECOR preparation.

Topics such as hazard assessments, inspections, incident investigations, corrective actions, training records, supervisor involvement, and documentation control are all important parts of audit readiness. However, COR and SECOR preparation also requires evidence that the safety program is being used in the workplace, not just written into a manual.

Do your articles apply to Alberta, BC, and Saskatchewan?

Yes. Many of our safety articles are useful for employers operating in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. The general safety principles often apply across provinces, especially when dealing with hazard identification, training, inspections, incident reporting, documentation, and supervisor responsibilities.

However, each province has its own occupational health and safety legislation and enforcement expectations. Employers should always confirm that their safety program, procedures, and training align with the province where the work is being performed.

Do you publish new safety articles regularly?

Yes. Calgary Safety Consultants publishes new workplace safety articles on a regular basis to help employers stay informed and improve their safety systems over time.

New articles may address common compliance issues, audit preparation, training needs, seasonal hazards, safety leadership, documentation gaps, and practical steps employers can take to reduce risk and strengthen their internal safety program.

Can Calgary Safety Consultants help us apply the information?

Yes. Calgary Safety Consultants can help employers apply the information from these articles to their own workplace, safety program, industry, and provincial requirements.

This may include reviewing current documents, identifying gaps, developing procedures, supporting COR or SECOR preparation, improving training records, coaching supervisors, or helping employers turn general safety information into practical workplace action.

Where should we start if we are unsure what our safety program needs?

If you are unsure what your safety program needs, the best starting point is to review your current safety documents, training records, inspections, incident reports, hazard assessments, and corrective action tracking.

From there, Calgary Safety Consultants can help identify what is missing, what needs to be updated, and what should be prioritized first. This gives employers a clear path forward instead of trying to fix everything at once.

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