The Alberta Construction Association (ACA) recognizes that wildfire season creates unique risks for construction sites, from evacuations and equipment loss to poor air quality that can affect worker safety. To support members, ACA has developed a Construction Wildfire Preparation and Emergency Response Information Sheet, created with input from our Workforce and Safety Committee, specifically for construction operations.

The resource outlines practical steps for site managers, contractors, and crews, including: preparing job sites for evacuation, assembling go-bags and travel plans, supporting workers during poor air quality, and accessing trusted government and non-government resources. It’s not an exhaustive checklist, but a set of key considerations to help guide planning.

As Alberta continues to face hotter, drier summers and more frequent wildfire alerts, proactive preparation is essential. We encourage all ACA members to review this resource and integrate it into their site safety plans.