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    Are there any rules/regulations regarding the placement of Muster signs?

    vickyp
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    To begin, I assume we’re talking about emergency response requirements.
    Technically, the answer to your Q is no. The Alberta OHS Code doesn’t say anything about muster points or signs for people to gather in the event of an evacuation. HOWEVER, as you can see below, Section 116 does refer to it indirectly, e.g., Secs. (c), (e) and (i). The real point is that muster locations and signage is a key part of emergency response planning and must be included in evacuation and emergency procedures even if the OHS Code doesn’t specifically mention it. That basically means you have to make your own determinations about what’s reasonable in accordance with: a. other laws or regulations that may apply, e.g., fire or building codes; b. best practices for your industry; c. voluntary standards; d. JHSC/consultant/other recommendations.
    Hope that helps and here’s the OHS Code Section: Glenn
    Contents of plan
    116 An emergency response plan must include the following:
    (a) the identification of potential emergencies;
    (b) procedures for dealing with the identified emergencies;
    (c) the identification of, location of and operational procedures for emergency
    equipment;
    (d) the emergency response training requirements;
    (e) the location and use of emergency facilities;
    (f) the fire protection requirements;
    (g) the alarm and emergency communication requirements;
    (h) the first aid services required;
    (i) procedures for rescue and evacuation;
    (j) the designated rescue and evacuation workers

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