By CHAT News Today

Province to review Occupational Health and Safety Act

Aug 18, 2017 | 10:50 AM

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is reviewing the province’s occupational health and safety system, and is looking for feedback from residents about the next steps to take.

According to a news release from the government, the province’s Occupational Health and Safety Act has seen small changes over the years, but the act has not been thoroughly reviewed since 1976.

“All workers deserve healthy and safe workplaces from their first shift through to retirement,” said Labour Minister Christina Gray in a statement.

“Alberta workplaces and the nature of Albertans’ work have changed significantly during the past 40 years. We need to make sure the province’s laws and best practices are helping keep Albertans safe at work.”

The review will examine the OHS act, as well as compliance, enforcement, education, engagement and prevention efforts in Alberta’s OHS system. The review will also clarify the responsibilities of the worker and employer.

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The review will include roundtable discussions with employers, employees, academics, and health and safety associations, as well as an online survey and written submissions.

The online survey can be completed here or submissions can be sent to obr.review@gov.ab.ca.

The deadline for submissions is Oct. 16.