General Regulation 91-191 has undergone numerous legislative changes in 2022 and 2023 and continues to undergo changes in 2024 that enhance health and safety in New Brunswick workplaces. We are pleased to share that the amendments from the final phase are now in effect, impacting the following topics:
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Explosives |
Hearing loss prevention |
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Laser radiation |
Portable compressed gas containers |
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Lighting |
Emergency eyewash and shower requirements |
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Ladders |
Personal protective equipment |
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X-ray safety |
Demolition |
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Scaffolding |
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In addition, Regulation 96-105 Underground Mine has also been amended. You can stay up to date by clicking the New regulatory changes button on the front page of the website, which will bring you to our hub focused on these changes. We are working hard at updating and creating new resources to help workplaces comply with the amendments.