OHS Code updates
Updates to parts of the OHS Code went fully into effect on March 31, 2025, after consultation with employers, workers and health and safety professionals.
These updates make sure health and safety rules keep pace with changes to workplaces, standards, new best practices, new technology and align with other Canadian jurisdictions.
Most changes are administrative and remove duplication and clarify requirements. Others update technical standards so they reflect current health and safety practices across Canada and new technology. The changes affect the areas dealing with harassment and violence, explosives and oil and gas wells.
- Visit the OHS Resource portal for resources on the changes.
- View the Ministerial Order for the official legislation.
- Visit the OHS Code review engagement page to learn more about the ongoing review of the OHS Code.
OHS legislation search tool
The OHS legislation search tool helps you quickly find and download individual sections of the OHS Act, regulation and code. The 'My Quick Reference' feature allows you to save and share a personalized PDF with information that is relevant to your workplace.
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OHS Act
- Occupational Health and Safety Act – official online version (in effect December 1, 2021)
OHS regulation
- Occupational Health and Safety Regulation – official online version (in effect December 1, 2021)
OHS code
Official online version
Publication
Contact
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Phone: 780-415-8690 (Edmonton)
Toll free: 1-866-415-8690
TTY: 780-427-9999 (Edmonton)
TTY: 1-800-232-7215