Workplace safety is a key concern for many workers and their
families across the country. Alberta lawmakers are paying attention
to hostile work environments as part of their labour law overhaul,
which aims to protect the physical and mental health of
workers. Recent amendments to the Occupational Health and
Safety (OHS) Act aim to provide better support for injured workers
and to modernize health and safety regulations for workers across
the province.
Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act
included enshrining the right for employees to refuse dangerous
work, creating work site health and safety committees, and
expanding rules to prevent workplace violence and
harassment. There are also some proposed changes to the
Workers' Compensation Act. These include a $90,772 benefit for
families of those who die in a workplace-related accident and more
benefits for young workers who suffer long-term injuries at
work.
