Chemical safety is paramount to the health and well-being of every Albertan. From the water you drink to the materials in your home and the air in your workplace, professional chemists work behind the scenes to manage risks and ensure that chemistry remains a force for innovation, not a source of harm.
Our members uphold the public trust by applying rigorous scientific oversight to the chemical processes that power our lives and protect our environment.
Safety is not just a set of regulations; it is a core ethical pillar for every Professional Chemist. Our members are legally and morally bound to prioritize the safety of the public and the environment above all other interests.
While many associate chemistry with labs, our professionals work in the field, in manufacturing, and in government to oversee the lifecycle of chemical substances across the province.
As self-regulating professionals under the Professional Governance Act, ACPA members are held to a strict code of conduct that ensures high-stakes decisions are made with transparency and integrity.
For over 30 years, the ACPA has been the silent partner in Alberta’s industrial success, ensuring that scientific progress never comes at the expense of human health.
We have curated these resources to help the public and professionals navigate the essential standards of chemical health and safety in Canada.
The OHS Act, Regulation, and Code outlines the legal requirements for chemical safety in the province. Part 4 of the OHS Code specifically addresses chemical-specific hazards and compliance.
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada’s national standard for hazard communication. It provides vital information on the safe handling and storage of hazardous products.
The CCOHS provides a wealth of easy-to-understand information regarding chemical risks, workplace safety, and the sound management of hazardous substances.
Organizations like the Laboratory Safety Institute provide global best practices that our members adapt to the specific needs of Alberta’s diverse industrial landscape.
Ensuring public safety requires an understanding of how chemicals are managed and regulated on a national and international scale. These resources provide a broader look at the oversight that protects our communities.
IPCS INCHEM provides quick electronic access to thousands of searchable documents regarding chemical risks and international management strategies.
