#HazardousWork

Alberta’s occupational health and safety legislation exists to protect workers’ wellbeing. Learn about your rights and responsibilities around safety on the job.

Helpful Information
  • FAQ

    Can I be disciplined or fired if I don’t work because the conditions aren’t safe?

    In Alberta, workers have the right to refuse unsafe work that might put them or others in danger. The Occupational Health and Safety Act protects workers from reprimand or dismissal for refusing work due to hazards that pose a serious and immediate threat to themselves or others at their work site.

    In Alberta, workers have the right to refuse unsafe work that might put them or others in danger. The Occupational Health and Safety Act protects workers from reprimand or dismissal for refusing work due to hazards that pose a serious and immediate threat to themselves or others at their work site.

  • FAQ

    I developed an illness because of my work. Can you help me?

    In most cases, employers are required to have coverage through the Workers’ Compensation Board – Alberta (WCB). The Workers’ Resource Centre can assist workers with initial WCB claims.

    In most cases, employers are required to have coverage through the Workers’ Compensation Board - Alberta (WCB). The Workers’ Resource Centre can assist workers with initial WCB claims.

  • FAQ

    I got hurt at work. Can you help me?

    In most cases, employers are required to have coverage through the Workers’ Compensation Board – Alberta (WCB). The Workers’ Resource Centre can assist workers with initial WCB claims.

    In most cases, employers are required to have coverage through the Workers’ Compensation Board - Alberta (WCB). The Workers’ Resource Centre can assist workers with initial WCB claims.