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Protecting Workers from Power Tool Hazards
Many workers use some sort of “power” tools—that is, hand tools with an electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic or other external power source—on the job. Examples of commonly used and potentially dangerous power tools include power drills, nail guns, pressure washers and chain saws. The OHS laws typically set safety requirements for the use of such power tools. One of the best ways to protect workers from power tool hazards is through a power tool program. We’ll tell you how to develop such a program for your workplace and the elements your program should contain.
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Employers are required to report to their workers’ comp board: ALBERTA: When the employer receives notice of an accident from a worker or otherwise acquires knowledge of an accident or an allegation of an accident [Workers’ Compensation Act, Sec. 33]. “Accident” means an accident that arises out of and occurs in the course of employment in an industry to which the Act applies and includes: a) a wilful and intentional act, not being the act of the worker who suffers the accident; b) a chance event occasioned by a physical or natural...
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