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##### **  AU Guide

# Essential health and safety policy inclusions

Quick-reference checklist for Canadian employers.

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## In this guide

An occupational health and safety (OHS) manual helps ensure your business takes a comprehensive approach to identifying and managing workplace risks.

Every Canadian employer - regardless of size - is required to provide a safe and healthy workplace, not only for employees, but for contractors, clients, and members of the public. Workers also have the right to refuse unsafe work.

What’s included in the Essential health and safety policy inclusions guide:

- Steps to create robust health and safety policies that are tailored to your business.
- The role of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Addressing impairment
- Reporting hazards and unsafe working conditions

Who is this guide for?

- Business leaders
- Managers
- Supervisors
- Anyone responsible for company policies and manager employee safety

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