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2012 Fire Prevention Week - Lesson Plan
(Government Relations) A lesson plan for teachers of preschool and Kindergarten children, focusing on the importance of home smoke alarms and the actions of young children should take in a fire emergency. |
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A-14.2 Reg 1 - The Agricultural Safety Net Regulations
(Queen's Printer) under The Agricultural Safety Net Act |
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A-18.2 - The Amusement Ride Safety Act
(Queen's Printer) An Act respecting the Licensing and Inspection of Amusement Rides |
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A-18.2 Reg 1 - The Amusement Ride Safety Regulations
(Queen's Printer) under The Amusement Ride Safety Act |
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Abusive Relationships
(Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan) Information about options available to help deal with abuse and violence in relationships. |
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Chemical and Biological Substances Guide
(Advanced Education) The general duties of the employer for controlling the risks associated with chemical and biological substances are listed in section 302 of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996. The following is a guide to how employers address these duties. |
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Clandestine Drug Labs - Quick Response Guide
(Government Relations) This document is intended to give fire departments a quick overview and guide for both recognizing, and for conducting fire ground operations, at clandestine methamphetamine laboratories. |
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Clandestine Drug Labs - Understanding the Risks
(Government Relations) The information in this document will help fire fighters recognize and understand the significant health and life safety risks associated with fire and rescue operations at clandestine drug operations. |
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Code of Practice for Video Display Terminals
(Advanced Education) A Code of Practice For Video Display Terminals Published Pursuant to Section 45 of The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 |
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Commercial Cooking Operations
(Government Relations) This document is intended to help fire inspectors understand and apply the regulations governing ventilation and fire protection measures in commercial cooking applications. A suggested safety inspection checklist is included. |
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Control of Open Burning
(Government Relations) A discussion of approaches to the problem of open burning within municipal limits, this Commentary provides suggestions for both establishing by-laws and using existing regulations. |
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Cytotoxic Drugs
(Advanced Education) Cytotoxic drugs include any drug that inhibits or prevents the function of cells. Cytotoxic drugs include drugs used to treat cancer and in some cases, to treat certain skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis).This guide explains the duty of an employer in a health care facility to protect workers who are likely to be exposed to cytotoxic drugs. |
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Damaged Gymnasium Light Injures Teacher
(Advanced Education) These types of injuries are predictable and can be prevented. In this case, regular inspections and routine maintenance would have avoided the situation that led to the injuries from the ultraviolet light. |
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Display Fireworks
(Government Relations) This document is intended to help the local fire officials understand the important role they play in ensuring outdoor display fireworks shows are presented safely and in accordance with the National Fire Code. |
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Dutch Doors
(Government Relations) A guide for Fire Chiefs and Inspectors, this Technical Advisory details the safe design and use of dutch doors in long-term care facilities. |
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Duties and Rights in the Workplace
(Advanced Education) The legal responsibility for identifying and correcting health and safety hazards rests with the workplace parties (employers, contractors, owners, workers, supervisors, self-employed people, owners and suppliers). |
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Electrical Hoisting Equipment Record Book
(Queen's Printer) An accompanying Occupational Health and Safety book for mine use: Record book for the regular examination of the hoisting and signalling equipment as required by the Regulations. |
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Elements of an Occupational Health and Safety Program
(Advanced Education) An occupational health and safety program is a definite plan of action,designed for each specific workplace, to prevent accidents and occupational disease. |
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Emergency Plans
(Government Relations) Emergency planning is an essential part of fire and life safety in any large building or facility. This document will help local fire authorities as they work with building managers and facility operators to develop or update fire safety plans. |
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Emergency Showers and Eyewashes in the Workplace
(Advanced Education) This publication will help you to determine if your workplace requires regular or emergency showers or eyewashes under the legislation and learn the standards for emergency showers and eyewashes. |
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Exit Doors
(Government Relations) A guide for Fire Chief and Inspectors, this Technical Advisory details the techniques used to evaluate the number and location of exit doors and means of egress on individual floors and for multi-story buildings. |
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Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) Electric and Magnetic Fields: Health Effects and Exposure Guidelines
(Advanced Education) Health Effects and Exposure Guidelines Related to Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) 50/60 Hz Electric and Magnetic Fields |
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Eye Injury Prevention
(Advanced Education) The purpose of this guide is to outline an employer’s duties in preventing eye injuries. |
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Failure of Attachment Bolts at the Rotating Bearing on a Crane
(Advanced Education) A Saskatchewan crane operator died after being struck by a detached truck-mounted crane turret and boom. |
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Family Fireworks
(Government Relations) This document will help fire fighters give advice to the public about the purchase and safe use of consumer fireworks. |
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Farmer Killed in Hydraulics Accident
(Advanced Education) Here are some safety precautions you can use to protect yourself and your family. |
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Fire and Life Safety Education Catalogue
(Government Relations) The Resources Catalogue has a complete listing of the fire and life safety videos and instructional programs all available on-loan from the Office of the Fire Commissioner. |
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Fire Department Dispatch
(Government Relations) Dispatch services are a vital link in fire department response to emergencies. This document will help departments both in determining their dispatch needs and selecting a service provider. |
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General Guide for Plans Examination
(Government Relations) This Guide offers information on plans examination for both typical and non-typical structural building projects. The focus is on determining compliance with the fire and life safety provisions of the National Building and Fire Codes. |
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H-3.1 Reg 15 - The School Bus Safety Lights Definition Regulations
(Queen's Printer) formerly under The Highway Traffic Act which was repealed by The Traffic Safety Act (T-18.1). These Regulations continue in force under The Traffic Safety Act. |
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Hantavirus Disease
(Advanced Education) Hantavirus disease is a rare, but potentially fatal infection spread by deer mice and possibly by other rodents. It is transmitted to people when they inhale airborne particles contaminated by the saliva or excretions of infected rodents. Controlling rodents, identifying sources of infection, cleaning buildings and worksites and minimizing exposures will reduce the risk of infection. Flu-like or pneumonia-like symptoms following potential exposures to sources of infection should be promptly reported to a doctor for treatment. |
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Health and Safety Orientations - A Guide for Employers
(Advanced Education) Orientation is the process of introducing new, inexperienced, and transferred workers to the organization, their supervisors, co-workers, work areas, and jobs. The initial period of employment is critical. During this phase,each worker develops the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities that are necessary to work successfully. |
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Historical - Chapter O-1.1 - The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993
(Queen's Printer) Point in Time 1993
CHAPTER O-1.1
An Act respecting Occupational Health and Safety |
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Hoist Operator Log Book
(Queen's Printer) An accompanying Occupational Health and Safety book for mine use: Log for Hoist Operators. |
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Hoisting Machinery Record and Friction Hoist Log
(Queen's Printer) An accompanying Occupational Health and Safety book for mine use: Hoisting Machinery Record and Friction Hoist Log |
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How to Identify Job Hazards
(Advanced Education) Employers are expected to identify workplace hazards and protect workers. Likewise, employees have the right to know about the hazards in their jobs and how to protect themselves. One way to both protect workers, and increase job knowledge, is to conduct a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) on any job that concerns employees.1 |
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Inspections
(Advanced Education) An inspection is a well thought out, purposeful examination that identifies and helps correct threats to the health and safety of workers. |
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Lead Poisoning in Radiator Repair Shops
(Advanced Education) Workers in radiator repair shops can be exposed to unsafe amounts of lead. Fumes from soldering often contain more lead than the legal limit. When workers are tested, the amount of lead in their blood is sometimes higher than is safe. |
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Learn Not To Burn® PreSchool Program
(Government Relations) Learn Not To Burn® is a pre-school program for children from 3 to 5 years of age. A one-page information sheet about the Learn Not To Burn pre-school program is available for download. |
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Managing Shiftwork
(Advanced Education) Working shifts can affect a worker’s health and safety. Shiftworkers have irregular patterns of eating, sleeping, working and socializing that may lead to health and social problems. Shiftwork can also reduce performance and attentiveness. In turn, this may increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Certain shiftworkers are more likely to encounter violent situations while working alone. |
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Mine Rescue Manual
(Advanced Education) Saskatchewan Mine Emergency Response Program |
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O-1.1 - The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993
(Queen's Printer) An Act respecting Occupational Health and Safety |
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O-1.1 Reg 1 - The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996
(Queen's Printer) under The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 |
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OC 135/2012 - Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan Grant for $3,145,000 (2011-2012 Fiscal Year) (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
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OC 215/2012 - Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Board Membership Changes (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
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OC 272/2011 - Occupational Health and Safety Council Membership Changes (Minister of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety)
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OC 347/2010 - Proclaim Certain Sections of The Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan Act on Thursday, July 1, 2010 (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
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OC 348/2010 - Corrections, Public Safety and Policing to Transfer to the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan $866,000 – Costs Associated with Establishment of the Authority (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
(Cabinet Secretariat) . |
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OC 360/2010 - Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan and the Board of Directors Membership Changes (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
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OC 647/2010 - Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Board Membership Changes (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
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OC 680/2009 - Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Board Membership Changes (Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing)
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Occupational Health and Safety Program Review
(Advanced Education) The purpose of and Occupational Health and Safety program review is to help the employer assess whether the workplace's program complies with Section 22 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996. |
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Occupational Health and Safety: Accident Investigations
(Queen's Printer) Occupational Health and Safety: A Guide for Committees and Representatives for Accident Investigations. |
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Occupational Health and Safety: Committee Manual
(Queen's Printer) Occupational Health and Safety: Committee Manual |
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Occupational Health and Safety: Inspections
(Queen's Printer) Occupational Health and Safety: Inspections |
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Occupational Health and Safety: Introduction to WHMIS
(Queen's Printer) Occupational Health and Safety: Introduction to WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System). |
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Occupational Health and Safety: Overview of the Legislation
(Queen's Printer) Occupational Health and Safety: Overview of the Legislation |
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Occupational Health and Safety: Supervision and Safety
(Queen's Printer) Occupational Health and Safety: Supervision and Safety |
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Oilfield Workers Dies in Rigging Incident
(Advanced Education) A Saskatchewan drilling rig worker died when a twin clevis link used in a tugger hoisting assembly failed, dropping a 1,200-pound drill pipe onto him. The twin clevis link did not meet acceptable standards. |
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Organophosphorus and/or Carbamate Insecticides
(Advanced Education) Monitoring Exposure to Organophosphorus and/or Carbamate Insecticides |
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Overhead Powerlines in Farm Yards
(Advanced Education) Avoid Contact with Overhead Powerlines on Farm Yards |
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Poor Risk Assessment Contributes to Accident
(Advanced Education) Part XXII of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996 requires employers to ensure workers are trained in the safe use and handling of chemical substances and controlled products that are being used in the workplace. |
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Preventing Electrocution on the Farm
(Advanced Education) Every year farmers, family members, hired hands, or neighbours just ‘helping out' are seriously injured or killed by contact with overhead power lines. Saskatchewan's Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations set out the responsibilities and duties of employers, owners, the self-employed, contractors and suppliers in establishing and maintaining safe and healthy working conditions. It also gives workers the right to refuse unusually dangerous work. Farms are not exempt from the Act. |
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Protecting Emergency Response Workers from Infectious Diseases
(Advanced Education) Certain jobs may put workers at risk of contracting an infectious disease. Where workers are likely to be exposed to certain infectious materials or organisms while on the job, The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996 require employers to prepare and implement written plans to protect workers. |
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R-1.1 - The Radiation Health and Safety Act, 1985
(Queen's Printer) An Act for the Protection of the Health of Persons exposed to Radiation and for the Safety of Persons in Connection with the Operation and Use of Radiation Producing Equipment and Associated Apparatus |
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R-1.1 Reg 2 - The Radiation Health and Safety Regulations, 2005
(Queen's Printer) under The Radiation Health and Safety Act, 1985 |
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R-1.1 Reg 2 Form A - Registration of Laser Light Show Installation
(Queen's Printer) extracted from The Radiation Health and Safety Regulations, 2005, pursuant to [Subsections 29(1) and (2)] - Registration of Laser Light Show Installation |
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R-1.1 Reg 2 Form B - Registration of Medical Ultrasound Equipment
(Queen's Printer) extracted from The Radiation Health and Safety Regulations, 2005, pursuant to [Clause 31(a)] - Registration of Medical Ultrasound Equipment |
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Radon
(Advanced Education) Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally in the environment. It comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soils and rocks. In the open air, the amount of radon gas is very small and does not pose a health risk. However, in some confined spaces like basements and underground mines, radon can accumulate to relatively high levels and become a health hazard. |
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Representatives Guide
(Advanced Education) Occupational health committees and now, worker health and safety representatives are the primary mechanism for employers and workers to come together and cooperate in identifying and resolving health and safety concerns. |
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Residential Care Facilities, A Guide to Fire Safety in Residential Care Facilities
(Government Relations) Residential Care Facilities are subject to a number of requirements and regulations. This guide for owners and operators outlines the building and fire safety requirements of the Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act and the Fire Prevention Act. |
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Respiratory Protection for Health Care Workers
(Advanced Education) Certain Health Care Workers (HCW) are at a significantly elevated risk of disease from exposure to infectious respiratory aerosols generated from patients with tuberculosis (TB) or other similarly transmitted diseases. Other HCW are not currently at risk, but may be in the event of an outbreak of a disease transmitted by respiratory droplets and aerosols that poses a serious risk to workers. |
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Rope Record Book
(Queen's Printer) An accompanying Occupational Health and Safety book for mine use: Rope Record. |
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Safe Operation of Forklifts
(Advanced Education) Saskatchewan injury statistics suggest that forklifts pose a significant risk to workers who operate them or work nearby. |
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Safe Use ofMetal WorkingFluids
(Advanced Education) Metal Working Fluids (MWF) are used for machining metals to cool and lubricate the metal and to carry away debris. Unless handled safely MWFs can cause skin and respiratory problems. |
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School Decorations
(Government Relations) The amount and placement of combustible decorations in schools can have significant impacts on fire and life safety. This commentary gives inspectors guidelines for evaluating decorations and advising school officials. |
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Service Rig Supervisor Killed While Unseating a Standing Valve
(Advanced Education) Section 415 of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations requires that all auxiliary rig equipment be designed, constructed, and operated to fulfill its intended purposes safely. |
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Shaft Inspection Record Book
(Queen's Printer) An accompanying Occupational Health and Safety book for mine use: Record book for Shaft Inspections, as required by the Regulations. |
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Smoke Alarms
(Government Relations) A discussion of the different types of smoke alarms and a comparison of their relative merits and limitations. This document will help Fire Chiefs and Inspectors with advising the public about smoke alarm selection and placement. |
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T-19.1 - The Traffic Safety Court of Saskatchewan Act, 1988
(Queen's Printer) An Act respecting a Traffic Safety Court for Saskatchewan |
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T-19.1 Reg 1 - The Traffic Safety Court of Saskatchewan Regulations
(Queen's Printer) under The Traffic Safety Court of Saskatchewan Act, 1988 |
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Taking Action Agricultural Industry
(Advanced Education) Farming and ranching are some of Saskatchewan's most hazardous occupations. Each year, 18 deaths and over 250 hospitalized injuries occur, on average. |
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Taking Action for a Healthy and Safe Workplace Brochure
(Advanced Education) Each year approximately $15,000 workers are off the job due to workplace illness or injury. |
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Tilting Boom on Underground Bolters
(Advanced Education) Recently in Ontario, the operator of an underground bolter was killed when he was pinned against the control panel by a guard rail on the transverse carrier of the bolter drill boom. Employers are encouraged to take the preventative measures in cooperation with their occupational health committees. |
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Training Schedule for April 2009 - March 2010
(Advanced Education) Occupational Health and Safety Division courses benefit employers, workers, and supervisors. Our courses answer commonly asked questions about the legislation and occupational health and safety in an easy to understand format. The course manuals can be used as reference material on the job. |
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Truck Tire Explosions Claim Two More Lives
(Advanced Education) Two separate fatalities recently occurred at Saskatchewan workplaces. One involved a failure of a multi-piece rim, and another involved a “zipper” rupture of a tire sidewall. |
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Unattended Self-Service Fuel Dispensing Stations
(Government Relations) Unattended self-serve gas stations, that allow consumers to fill their vehicles without supervision, are becoming more common. This commentary provides information about the techonologies involved and gives guidelines fire officials can use to evaluate safety and code compliance. |
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Unit I - The Office of the Fire Commissioner
(Government Relations) Unit I - The Office of the Fire Commissioner
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Unit II - Fire Department Administration and Organization
(Government Relations) Unit II - Fire Department Administration and Organization |
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Unit III - Fire Service Associations and Organizations
(Government Relations) Unit III - Fire Service Associations and Organizations
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Unit IV - Fire Service Medals and Awards
(Government Relations) Unit IV - Fire Service Medals and Awards |
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Unit V - Fire Department Planning and Administration
(Government Relations) Unit V - Fire Department Planning and Administration (Under Development - coming soon) |
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Unit VI - Fire Department Operations
(Government Relations) Unit VI - Fire Department Operations (Under Development - coming soon)
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Unit VII - Fire Prevention
(Government Relations) Unit VII - Fire Prevention (Under Development - coming soon) |
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Unit VIII Fire Investigation
(Government Relations) Unit VIII Fire Investigation |
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W-13.12 Reg 2 - The Firearm Safety/Hunter Education Regulations, 2009
(Queen's Printer) under The Wildlife Act, 1998 |
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WHMIS: Role of the Occupational Health Committee or Representative
(Advanced Education) Employers are required to set up and maintain a Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). |
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Wildland Fire Fighting - Protective Clothing
(Government Relations) This Advisory will help Fire Departments select the proper clothing and protective equipment for use by fire fighters working on wildland fire operations. |
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Worker Falls from a “Homemade” Work Platform
(Advanced Education) To prevent incidents, section 191 of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996 requires that,except as provided in sections 192 and 194, an employer or contractor shall ensure that no worker is raised or lowered by, or works on, a platform or load suspended from powered mobile equipment. |
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