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Workplace Health & Safety Training

Workplace safety that starts with people.

Protecting lives starts with knowledge. Our Workplace Health & Safety Training empowers teams with essential skills to identify hazards, prevent accidents, and ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC and CSA standards. From fall protection to confined space training, we provide comprehensive, practical courses led by experienced professionals. Each training program blends theory with hands-on learning, equipping participants to confidently handle real-world safety challenges.

Fall protection training

Our Fall Protection Training course is designed to meet the specific requirements of WorkSafeBC Regulations and CSA Standards. Tailored for workers across construction, industrial, and other high-risk sectors, this course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to safely work at heights. The curriculum emphasizes the proper selection, use, and inspection of fall protection systems, along with techniques to identify and mitigate fall hazards.

Delivered by experienced instructors, the training includes a combination of interactive classroom sessions and practical exercises. Participants will learn how to don and inspect harnesses, set up anchor points, and implement fall arrest and restraint systems effectively. Upon completion, attendees will receive a certificate demonstrating their compliance with provincial safety standards and commitment to workplace safety.

Topics Covered:

  • WorkSafeBC Regulations
  • CSA/ANSI Standards
  • Hierarchy of fall protection systems
  • Fall protection equipment
  • Fall protection plan & employer requirements
  • Fall protection equipment capabilities & limitations
  • Equipment fitting and usage
  • Fall distance calculations
  • Fall protection system analysis or setup
  • Harness suspension (optional)
  • Other customized topics

Confined space training

Our Confined Space Training course is designed to help workers and supervisors safely navigate the unique risks associated with working in confined spaces. This comprehensive course complies with WorkSafeBC Regulations and CSA Standards and provides participants with the knowledge and skills to recognize hazards, implement control measures, and ensure safe entry and exit procedures.

Led by experienced instructors, the training includes a mix of theoretical instruction and hands-on practice. Participants will learn about atmospheric testing, ventilation techniques, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response planning. Upon successful completion, attendees will receive a certificate demonstrating their readiness to work safely in confined spaces while adhering to provincial safety standards.

Topics Covered:

  • Identifying confined spaces
  • Confined space hazard assessment requirements
  • Atmospheric and physical hazards
  • Isolation and lockout
  • Air Monitoring
  • Emergency Response
  • Ventilation and purging

Safety supervision training

Our Safety Supervision Training course equips supervisors and team leaders with the essential knowledge and skills to manage workplace safety effectively. Designed to align with Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, this course focuses on hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, and the development of safety plans to foster a culture of safety on the job site.

Led by industry professionals, the training combines theoretical learning with practical applications tailored to real-world scenarios. Participants will gain insights into regulatory compliance, leadership in safety practices, and effective communication strategies to engage their teams. Upon completion, supervisors will be prepared to confidently oversee workplace safety, reduce risks, and ensure compliance with provincial standards.

Topics Covered:

  • Supervisor Health & Safety
  • Responsibilities
  • Hazard Assessments
  • Inspections
  • Investigations
  • Training & Communication
  • Claims & Injury Management

Incident investigation training

Our Incident Investigation Training course provides workers, supervisors, and safety professionals with the tools and techniques needed to conduct thorough and effective workplace incident investigations. Aligned with WorkSafeBC Regulations, this course emphasizes identifying causes, preventing future incidents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.

Taught by experienced instructors, the course combines theory with practical exercises, including analyzing scenarios and completing investigation reports. Participants will learn how to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and apply investigative methodologies such as cause analysis. Upon successful completion, attendees will be equipped to lead investigations that improve workplace safety and promote a proactive safety culture.

Topics Covered:

  • Legal requirements
  • Basic principles of incident investigation
  • Written program requirements
  • Causal analysis
  • Investigation process
  • Report writing and corrective/preventative actions

Tower crane & rigging management training

Our Tower Crane & Rigging Management Training course is tailored for prime contractors who oversee construction projects involving tower cranes and rigging operations. This course provides in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, safety practices, and risk management strategies specific to crane and rigging operations, ensuring compliance with British Columbia’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.

Led by industry experts, the training combines theoretical instruction with practical insights into effective supervision and coordination of crane activities. Topics include crane selection and setup, load chart interpretation, rigging practices, communication protocols, and hazard mitigation. Upon completion, participants will be equipped to confidently manage tower crane and rigging operations, ensuring safety and efficiency across their projects.

Topics Covered:

  • WorkSafeBC Regulations, ASME & CSA Standards
  • Common Crane Types and Models
  • Pre job crane planning
  • Common Crane and Rigging Hazards
  • Hazard Assessment & Pre-Operational Inspection
  • Crane Setup And Safe Operating Practices
  • Load Chart Interpretation
  • Maintenance And Inspection Requirements
  • Critical Lift Planning
  • Crane Supervisor and Operator Roles & Responsibilities
  • Suspended Work Platforms and DEP Boxes
  • Rigging Inspection & Rejection Criteria, Including Wire Rope
  • Other customize topics to suit your needs

Emergency response & preparedness training

Our Emergency Response Training course prepares workers, supervisors, and safety professionals to effectively respond to a wide range of workplace emergencies. Designed to meet the needs of high-risk industries, this course covers critical response strategies for medical emergencies, fall protection suspension, material hoist rescues, structural collapses, utility emergencies, excavation collapses, fires, floods, chemical releases, disgruntled individuals, earthquakes, and more.

Led by seasoned safety experts, the training blends theoretical instruction with hands-on practice, ensuring participants are equipped to act quickly and effectively during emergencies. Topics include risk assessment, incident command systems, rescue techniques, and the use of emergency equipment. Upon successful completion, attendees will have the confidence and skills to manage complex emergencies while maintaining the safety and well-being of all workers.

Topics Covered:

  • WorkSafeBC Regulations
  • Hazard Assessments
  • Roles & Responsibilities
  • Emergency Equipment & Supplies
  • Emergency Scene Management
  • Emergency Response Plan Development
  • Customized Emergency Response Scenarios (suspended worker, medical emergency, excavation collapse, structural collapse, tower crane etc)

Ground disturbance training

Our Ground Disturbance Training course is designed to equip workers, supervisors, and contractors with the knowledge and skills to safely plan and execute activities involving soil or ground disturbance. This course complies with WorkSafeBC Regulations and focuses on preventing damage to underground utilities, minimizing risks, and ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.

Delivered by industry professionals, the training covers essential topics such as hazard identification, utility locates, ground disturbance permitting, safe excavation practices, and emergency response planning. Participants will gain practical insights into regulatory requirements and best practices for protecting infrastructure and personnel. Upon completion, attendees will be prepared to conduct ground disturbance operations safely and responsibly.

Topics Covered:

  • What is Ground Disturbance
  • Understanding the Hazards
  • Why Do Hits Occur
  • Roles & Responsibilities
  • Damage Prevention: Who, How, and Why?
  • Conducting a Ground Disturbance
  • Completing the Ground Disturbance
  • Executing the Ground Disturbance Safely
  • Locating and Marking
  • Notification
  • Pre-Job Planning
  • Damage Prevention Stakeholders
  • Other customized topics

Mobile elevated work platform training (aerial & scissor lifts)

Our Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Training course is designed to provide operators with the knowledge and skills to safely operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other mobile elevated work platforms. Compliant with WorkSafeBC Regulations, this course emphasizes hazard identification, safe operating procedures, and equipment inspection to ensure safe and efficient operations at height.

Led by certified instructors, the course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on training. Participants will learn about equipment controls, stability principles, fall protection requirements, and emergency procedures. Upon successful completion, attendees will receive a certificate demonstrating their competency to operate MEWPs safely and in compliance with standards.

Topics Covered:

  • Rules and regulations
  • Main parts and their functions
  • Types of mobile elevated work platforms
  • Safety systems and devices
  • Pre-operational Inspection
  • Safe operation
  • Fall Protection
  • Workplace hazards
  • Procedures for shutdown
  • Refueling & recharging

Skid steer training

Our Skid Steer Training course is designed to equip operators with the essential knowledge and practical skills to safely and efficiently operate skid steer loaders. This course complies with WorkSafeBC Regulations and focuses on hazard awareness, proper operation techniques, and maintenance practices to ensure safety and productivity on the job site.

Delivered by experienced instructors, the training includes classroom sessions and hands-on exercises covering pre-use inspections, safe loading and unloading, maneuvering in tight spaces, and attachment handling. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate validating their competency in skid steer operation and their commitment to maintaining workplace safety standards.

Topics Covered:

  • Applicable legislation and regulations
  • Company policy and procedures
  • Operating manual
  • Features and safety equipment
  • Stability, capacity, loads and location
  • Pre-operational inspection
  • Start-up
  • Travelling with & without loads
  • Pedestrians
  • Ramps and grades
  • Lifting, lowering and supporting
  • Workplace hazards
  • Procedures for shutdown
  • Refueling & recharging

Silica dust exposure control training

Our Silica Dust Exposure and Control Training course is designed to educate workers, supervisors, and employers on the risks associated with silica dust and effective methods for controlling exposure. With a strong emphasis on compliance with WorkSafeBC Regulations, this course provides essential knowledge to prevent respiratory health issues and maintain a safe work environment.

Led by experienced instructors, the training covers the sources of silica dust, health effects, monitoring and measurement techniques, and strategies for controlling dust exposure through engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Practical exercises and case studies ensure participants understand how to implement effective control measures. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate validating their understanding of silica dust hazards and control methods.

Topics Covered:

  • Silica and Silicosis
  • Employer’s, Supervisor’s and Worker’s responsibilities
  • Exposure Control Plans
  • Training requirements
  • Hierarchy of Controls
  • Control measures for silica dust
  • Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)
  • The Wet Methods
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Use and Care of respiratory protection equipment
  • Fit testing

Joint occupational health and safety committees training

Our Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees (JOHSC) Training course is designed to equip committee members with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and maintain a safe and healthy workplace. In compliance with WorkSafeBC Regulations, this course focuses on the roles, responsibilities, and functions of JOHSC members in identifying hazards, conducting inspections, and facilitating effective communication between management and workers.

Delivered by experienced safety professionals, the training includes both theoretical and practical components. Participants will learn about legal requirements, hazard recognition, incident investigation, safety program development, and workplace inspections. Through interactive discussions and case studies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how JOHSC can contribute to a proactive safety culture. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate demonstrating their capability to contribute effectively to health and safety in the workplace.

Topics Covered:

  • WorkSafeBC Act, Regulation, and OHS Guidelines
  • Duties and functions of the joint committee
  • Role of the joint committee in accident investigations
  • Role of the joint committee with regular inspections
  • Differentiate between the roles of the committee co-chairs and joint committee members
  • Educational requirements for joint committee members
  • Joint Health and Safety Committee assessment/evaluation
  • Explain the prohibition against discriminatory action
  • Explain the purpose of a joint committee’s Terms of Reference
  • Identify when an employer is required to consult with the joint committee

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