OHS Proactive Inspection Programs - 2026 Update

The Government of Alberta has published the new 2026/2027 focus areas of the OHS Proactive Inspection Program. The programs and initiatives will run from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, focusing on five initiatives and three program areas.

AMHSA has compiled a list of resources, including training courses and templates, to assist members with preparing for the designated specific focus areas. 

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ohs proactive inspection PROGRAMS

The OHS Proactive Inspection program will focus on the following three programs:

  1. Major Projects
  2. Chronic Noncompliance
  3. Reinspection

While this page provides a comprehensive overview of all initiative industries, areas of focus, and provides tailored resources, an information sheet is available which summarizes the initiatives that are relevant for municipalities.

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Major projects are private and public sector projects in Alberta valued at $5 million or greater and are a critical component of Alberta’s economy and reputation.

Industry Sectors
Municipal Relevance Other Industry Sectors
Infrastructure Commercial
Mixed-use Industrial
Power Institutional
Tourism/recreation Oil and gas
  Pipeline
Power
Residential
Retail
Specific Focus Areas & Resources
Specific Focus Areas Resources
Prime contractor obligations  
Hazard assessments

 AMHSA Learning Events

  1. Hazard Identification, Assessment, & Control Training - Instructor Led
  2. Hazard Identification, Assessment, & Control Training - eLearning
  3. Eye Safety - Recognizing Hazards - eLearning

AMHSA Resources

  1. CSA Z1002:12 (R2022) Hazard ID & Elimination & Risk Assessment & Control
  2. Municipal Cognitive Psychosocial Job Demands Analysis (CPJDA) – Job Bank

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Hazard Assessment & Control Handbook - BP018
  2. Hazard Assessment & Control Report (Template) - BP018TMP
  3. Site-specific Hazard Assessment & Control Report (Template) - BP018TMP
  4. Making the case for psychological safety in the workplace - PIS023
Internal responsibility system

 AMHSA Learning Events

  1. Leadership for Safety Excellence - eLearning
  2. Leadership For Safety Excellence - Instructor Led
  3. Leadership for Safety Excellence (Managers) - Instructor Led
  4. Leadership for Safety Excellence (Senior Leadership) - Instructor Led

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. OHS & the Internal Responsibility System - LI051
Employer duties for equipment, work site infrastructure, or excavation

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Competency of supervisors

 

The right to meaningful participation in the control of hazards

 

The right to refuse dangerous work

 

Availability of worker training, procedures, reports, plans, required equipment, equipment inspections and supplies  
Tasks associated with caught, contact or struck with object, tools or equipement (mechanism of injury)

AMHSA Resources

  1. Line of Fire Awareness Campaign

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Potentially Serious Incidents Surveillance Program Guide


These initiatives do not have determined end dates. Instead, the duration depends on the time required for OHS to address the identified sectors and focus areas.

Industry SectorsThis program will include all industry sectors across Alberta.
Specific Focus Areas & Resources
Specific Focus Areas Resources
Obligations of employers, supervisors, workers, service providers, etc.

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Internal responsibility system

 AMHSA Resources

  1. AARFP / AMHSA - Aquatics Safety Operator Certification Program
  2. Aquatic Health & Safety Awareness Campaign

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Alberta Pool Safety Standards
Hazard assessment, elimination and control

AMHSA Learning Events

  1. Hazard Identification, Assessment, & Control Training - Instructor Led
  2. Hazard Identification, Assessment, & Control Training - eLearning
  3. Eye Safety - Recognizing Hazards - eLearning

AMHSA Resources

  1. CSA Z1002:12 (R2022) Hazard ID & Elimination & Risk Assessment & Control
  2. Municipal Cognitive Psychosocial Job Demands Analysis (CPJDA) – Job Bank

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Hazard Assessment & Control Handbook - BP018
  2. Hazard Assessment & Control Report (Template) - BP018TMP
  3. Site-specific Hazard Assessment & Control Report (Template) - BP018TMP
  4. Making the case for psychological safety in the workplace - PIS023
Competency of supervisors and workers

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Guide to OHS supervisors


Industry SectorsThis program will include all industry sectors in Alberta.
Specific Focus Areas & Resources
Specific Focus Areas Resources
Obligations of employers, supervisors, workers, service providers, etc.

 -

Internal responsibility system

AMHSA Learning Events

  1. Leadership for Safety Excellence - eLearning
  2. Leadership For Safety Excellence - Instructor Led
  3. Leadership for Safety Excellence (Managers) - Instructor Led
  4. Leadership for Safety Excellence (Senior Leadership) - Instructor Led

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. OHS & the Internal Responsibility System - LI051
  2. The internal responsibility systems - webinar - VID008
  3. Health and safety programs-LI042
Hazard assessment, elimination and control

AMHSA Learning Events

  1. Hazard Identification, Assessment, & Control Training - Instructor Led
  2. Hazard Identification, Assessment, & Control Training - eLearning
  3. Eye Safety - Recognizing Hazards - eLearning

AMHSA Resources

  1. CSA Z1002:12 (R2022) Hazard ID & Elimination & Risk Assessment & Control
  2. Municipal Cognitive Psychosocial Job Demands Analysis (CPJDA) – Job Bank

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Hazard Assessment & Control Handbook - BP018
  2. Hazard Assessment & Control Report (Template) - BP018TMP
  3. Site-specific Hazard Assessment & Control Report (Template) - BP018TMP
  4. Making the case for psychological safety in the workplace - PIS023
Competency of supervisors and workers

Government of Alberta Resources

  1. Guide to OHS supervisors