Workplace Inspections and Hazards

Annual Workplace Inspections

Annual workplace inspections take place at the Alberta School of Business every December and June. To ensure that all parts of the building have been inspected, the building is divided into areas with staff responsible for particular areas. During each inspection, groups must fill out an inspection form that identifies any hazards or deficiencies.

Workplace Inspection Form


Hazards

Building Hazards

Report all building hazards (for example: spills, electrical, and tripping hazards) to the General Office by calling 780-492-7671 or by emailing business.generaloffice@ualberta.ca.

Weather Hazards

Staff response to weather hazards are the same regardless of what time of year the emergency takes place. To respond to weather emergencies, all staff should:

  • Notify other staff that the emergency exists

  • Notify visitors that the emergency exists

  • Follow directions given by Environment Canada, Municipal officials, or first responders

  • Monitor the main University website for updates

  • Supervisors: Determine whether staff should go home in advance of a weather warning

To reduce weather emergencies, all staff should:

  • Avoid all areas affected by severe weather

  • Maintain clean outdoor areas

  • Supervisors: Ensure that work areas are clean and that there are adequate supplies of essential consumables such as food and water

To be ready for weather emergencies, all staff should:

To recover from weather emergencies, all staff should: