Where to File Workplace Safety Incident Reports - Calgary

Labor and Employment Alberta 3 Minutes Read · published February 11, 2026 Flag of Alberta

In Calgary, Alberta employers, supervisors and some workers need to know where and how to file workplace safety incident reports. For most workplace incidents the primary regulator is Alberta Occupational Health and Safety; employers also must report workplace injuries and claims to WCB Alberta. This guide explains the report destinations, who must notify, practical steps to report, enforcement pathways and how to follow up after filing an incident report in Calgary.

Where to file

  • Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) for serious workplace incidents and hazards; notify as required by provincial OHS rules [1].
  • WCB Alberta for employer reports and worker claims; employers should submit an employer report to start a claim process [2].
  • Internal employer or City of Calgary health and safety contact if the incident involves City staff or City-managed worksites (follow the employer's internal reporting policy).
Serious incidents that cause death, serious injury, or danger must be reported without delay.

Penalties & Enforcement

The primary enforcer for workplace safety incidents in Calgary is Alberta Occupational Health and Safety under provincial legislation. Enforcement can include inspections, orders to remedy hazards, stop-work or stop-use orders, and prosecution. Exact fine amounts and detailed monetary penalty schedules are not specified on the cited provincial reporting page and should be confirmed on the regulator's enforcement pages or legislation [1].

  • Enforcer: Alberta Occupational Health and Safety conducts inspections and issues orders; complaints and notifications are managed by OHS reporting channels [1].
  • Non-monetary sanctions: stop-work orders, remediation directions, seizure of unsafe equipment, and orders to correct unsafe conditions.
  • Fine amounts and escalation (first, repeat, continuing offences): not specified on the cited reporting page; consult enforcement pages or the OHS Act for exact figures [1].
  • Inspection and complaint pathway: file a report via the provincial OHS reporting system; inspectors may be dispatched to investigate [1].
  • Appeals and review: appeal routes and time limits are governed by provincial rules and administrative review processes; specific time limits are not detailed on the cited reporting page [1].
If you expect evidence to be needed, preserve the scene and records until instructed by authorities.

Applications & Forms

For employer reporting to WCB Alberta use the employer reporting channels indicated by WCB; the specific form name or number for employer submission is provided on WCB's site and may be submitted online [2]. For Alberta OHS there is an online/phone reporting mechanism described on the provincial reporting page; where a written report or further documentation is required, the provincial page or regulator will indicate next steps [1].

How to report - practical steps

  1. Secure safety: ensure injured workers receive first aid and the scene is safe for responders.
  2. Notify emergency services if required and contact Alberta OHS for serious incidents [1].
  3. Report to WCB Alberta to initiate a claim or employer report as applicable [2].
  4. Preserve evidence and complete internal incident documentation; collect witness names, photos and equipment details.
  5. Pay any required fees or follow payment guidance only when an official levy is communicated by the enforcing agency; fee schedules are agency-specific.
Keep copies of all reports, forms and correspondence for potential review or appeals.

FAQ

Who must report a workplace incident?
Employers are generally responsible for reporting workplace incidents; supervisors and others may have duties under employer policies and provincial OHS rules.
What incidents must be reported to Alberta OHS?
The provincial OHS reporting page lists categories considered serious and reportable; consult that page for the specific types of incidents requiring notification [1].
Do I also report to WCB?
Yes, employers should report injuries and claims to WCB Alberta per WCB reporting requirements and processes [2].

How-To

  1. Assess immediate safety and call emergency services if life or limb is at risk.
  2. Contact Alberta OHS to notify them of serious incidents following the provincial reporting instructions [1].
  3. Submit an employer report to WCB Alberta and assist the worker with claim steps [2].
  4. Document the incident internally and preserve evidence until inspectors advise otherwise.
  5. Follow up on inspection outcomes, orders, and any appeal timelines provided by the regulator.

Key Takeaways

  • Report serious incidents to Alberta OHS promptly and follow employer reporting rules to WCB Alberta.
  • Preserve evidence, document thoroughly, and keep copies of all filings and communications.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] Government of Alberta - Report a workplace incident
  2. [2] WCB-Alberta - Report a claim for employers

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