CCOHS: Trenching and Excavation
Aug 28, 2025 · What is meant by a trench and an excavation? Generally speaking, an excavation is a hole in the ground as the result of removing material.
Has the excavation been marked to make the workers and others aware of the excavation (e.g., fence, flags, or other safeguards)? Are sanitary facilities available at the site, as appropriate? …
CCOHS: Safety Talks - How to
May 22, 2025 · What are safety talks? Safety talks, also known as toolbox talks, safety briefings, and tailgate meetings, are short, informative, and focused meetings that discuss a certain …
CCOHS: Health and Safety Report - Past Issues
Oct 16, 2025 · The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety information …
CCOHS: Hazard and Risk - Sample Risk Assessment Form
Aug 28, 2025 · Hazard and Risk - Sample Risk Assessment Form On this page How can risks be assessed? Is there a procedure for assessing risks? What is a sample risk assessment form?
CCOHS: Working on or near water
Sep 7, 2018 · What tasks or occupations involve working on or near water? Tasks or occupations that involve working on or near water include: Commercial fishingOther on-ship/boat …
CCOHS: Fall Protection - Guardrails
Nov 7, 2019 · What are guardrails? Guardrails are a stationary (or "fixed") system used to protect workers from falls when working at heights.
CCOHS: Ladders - Extension
Aug 28, 2025 · What is an extension ladder? Extension ladders usually have two sections that operate with brackets or guides that allow for the ladder to be used at adjustable lengths.
CCOHS: Landscaping - Shovelling and Digging
What should you do before shovelling or digging? Contact utility companies for location of the cables, wires, and pipes before digging.
CCOHS: Road Work - Traffic Control Zone
Nov 22, 2016 · What is covered in this document? This document covers managing traffic flow through a work zone.