Chemical Hazards

Chemical hazards are substances derived from molecules or atoms that can be detrimental to health or to the environment.

Before working with chemicals at the university, conduct a hazard assessment and implement appropriate control measures.

Annual Reporting

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) is required to report:

the university's use, production and storage federally-regulated chemical and nuclear materials
nuclear fuel cycle-related research and development

Anyone working with the above materials or conducting the activities listed above is required to either:

Report it to HSE using the declaration form (available February 2026)
Record quantities in the new Chemical Inventory + Hazardous Waste Management System, UALabSync.

For more information, contact hse.info@ualberta.ca.

Regulators + regulations

Provincial directives pertaining to safety and wellness in the workplace.

An arms control agreement that outlaws the production, stockpiling and use of chemical weapons.
University researchers who use, produce or store must complete the declaration form (available February 2026) or accurately record quantities in the inventory section of UALabSync.
Reporting occurs annually in January/February.

Refers to asbestos and asbestos-containing products.
University researchers who manufacture, use, display, or import asbestos or asbestos-containing products must complete the declaration form (available February 2026).
Reporting occurs annually in January/February.

Refers to .
University researchers who use substances regulated by ECCC must complete the declaration form (available February 2026).
Reporting occurs annually in January/February.

Responsible for national public health programs and agencies, including the and the .

Responsible for transportation policies and programs, including the .

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Employees, Students