Category: EOCP | BC Municipal Safety Association

The purpose of this course is to provide all managers and supervisors with skills and information that will allow them to understand their legal responsibility in fostering a respectful workplace.

Traffic Control Persons (TCP) Re-Qualification

January 22, 2019/in News & Updates, Courses, Operational, EOCP For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Operational, Public Works

This WorkSafeBC approved 1-day training session is designed to re-certify those who work as high-risk Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) throughout the province of BC.

Traffic Control Management

November 23, 2018/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Senior Leadership, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Operational

This workshop is for municipal employees who have responsibility for overseeing work site activities that require traffic control and the use of traffic control persons.

WHMIS GHS 2015

November 15, 2018/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

Upon completion, participants will know the purpose of WHMIS, be able to describe and understand key elements, know the rights and resonsibilities of suppliers, employers and workers, understand hazard symbols and their meaning, and more.

Fatigue Management: Supervisor/Health and Safety Committees

August 13, 2018/in CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, JOHSC, Virtual Delivery For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led Joint Occupational Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works CHRP CEU's

The goal of this 8 hour workshop is to introduce Supervisors and H&S Committee members as to the impact of fatigue on municipal operations from a health, safety and performance perspective.

Fatigue Management: Senior Leadership/Management

August 13, 2018/in Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, Courses For Senior Leadership EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

The goal of this 4 hour session is to achieve commitment from management on their roles and responsibilities as it relates to fatigue mitigation.

Shoring and Excavation Training (SET)

February 9, 2018/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses, Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Operational

This classroom session is designed to provide participants with an understanding of legislated requirements, soil mechanics / classification, terminology and preventative measures, and more.

Prevention of Workplace Violence

February 9, 2018/in Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses For Employees, For Senior Leadership, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP, CSPDM Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works CHRP CEU's

This course covers the entire spectrum of workplace violence, focusing particularly on the ways in which employees can identify the potential for workplace violence, attempt to defuse it, and respond to it should it unfortunately occur.

Respectful Conduct in the Workplace

February 9, 2018/in EOCP, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Supervisors, For Employees CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

This course provides all employees with skills and information that will allow them to understand their responsibility in fostering a Respectful Workplace.

Confined Space Entrant

February 9, 2018/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Operational

This 8 hour course is designed and intended solely for the worker who enters a confined space to perform their assigned work or task.

Fall Protection

February 9, 2018/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Operational

This course covers the A (anchor points), B (body holding devices) and C (connecting means) of fall protection. Regulations, fall protection plans and complex systems will also be covered.

JOHSC Fundamentals

May 30, 2017/in Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, JOHSC, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Joint Occupational Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

JOHSC Fundamentals has been designed by WorkSafeBC and amended by the BCMSA to meet the needs and specific responsibilities within the municipal sector.

Incident Investigations

May 30, 2017/in Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

At the completion of this course, participants will be able to explain the purpose and benefits of incident investigation, describe how to prepare for and conduct an investigation, recognize immediate causes and underlying root causes of incidents, and more.

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments

May 30, 2017/in EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

At the completion of this course, participants will be able to understand the legislated requirements for conducting risk assessments, explain what a hazard and a risk is, identify the process for identifying hazards and assessing risks, and more.

SET Applied Field Practices (AFP)

January 13, 2017/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 8 Operational

The Applied Field Practice (AFP) Program is designed to allow participants to engage the theory of the our Shoring and Excavation Training Program in a controlled outside excavation environment.

Asbestos, Lead, Mould, and Silica Awareness

November 16, 2016/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works

The work performed by public works staff could expose them to a variety of hazards. Exposure to some toxic substances could be life-threatening. All workers must be aware of the potential hazards, and understand and follow the controls necessary to prevent exposure.

Utility Awareness for Municipal Workers

August 31, 2016/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Operational

This course is designed for individuals who work with or around underground utilities.

Incident Investigations Level 2

February 23, 2016/in Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Courses For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

This advanced course is designed to allow participants to engage in the incident investigation process through a practical approach.

Traffic Control Planning and Layout

July 26, 2015/in Courses, Operational, Certificate Program, EOCP, Virtual Delivery For Employees EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Municipal Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Operational

This workshop is for municipal employees who have responsibility for planning and setting up work zones as a regular or occasional part of their work.

Utility Locator Specialist

January 13, 2015/in Certificate Program, EOCP, Courses, Operational For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 24 Classroom Instructor Led Operational, Public Works

This intermediate course will provide participants with an in-depth knowledge of underground utility hazards. Students will use the locating tools used in their own municipality.

Worksite Safety Inspections

April 1, 2014/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Virtual Delivery, CPHR For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Virtual Instructor Led, Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

Employers are required to conduct regular inspections of their operations. This course will provide participants with techniques and templates to help plan and conduct inspections, prioritize hazards, write effective reports and assign responsibility for corrective action.

Confined Space Attendant/Entry Supervisor

November 27, 2013/in EOCP, Courses, Operational, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 18 Classroom Instructor Led Operational, Public Works

This 2-day course is designed and intended for the worker who is assigned to continuously monitor work in or near the location of a confined space process or operation.

Presentation Skills, Communication, and Crew Talks

October 7, 2013/in SSCP Elective, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works CHRP CEU's

This course guides the participant through several building block aspects in preparation for the delivery of a health and safety related topic. The skills covered can also be applied to the presentation of any topic important for workers.

Contractor Safety Management

September 26, 2012/in EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Supervisors, For Senior Leadership CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

The purpose of this session is to gain an understanding of how municipalities, Boards, Libraries, Commissions and contractors have a responsibility to ensure work is performed safely and according to WorkSafeBC legislation.

Due Diligence for Supervisors

September 26, 2012/in Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

At the conclusion of his half-day course, the supervisor will understand the term “Due Diligence”, be knowledgeable about legal responsibilities as a supervisor, and be able to give specific examples of due diligence in the workplace.

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Prevention (Industry/Field)

September 26, 2012/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Virtual Instructor Led, Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

This course will introduce Supervisors to MSD risk assessment tools, a prioritization matrix and a cost-benefit matrix, designed to help you maximize the available resources and help guide your organization towards cost-effective solutions.

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Reduction Strategies for Supervisors

September 26, 2012/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, SSCP Elective For Supervisors CSPDM, CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led, Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

This course will introduce Supervisors to MSD risk assessment tools, a prioritization matrix and a cost-benefit matrix, designed to help you maximize the available resources and help guide your organization towards cost-effective solutions.

Safety Committee Member Responsibilities

September 26, 2012/in JOHSC, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Joint Occupational Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

This course examines the legislated requirements for the committee, its role, conduct of meetings and making recommendations.

Worker Responsibilities for Safety

Narrow Aisle Operator Training

Excavator Operator Training

Wheel Loader/Front-End Loader Operator Training

Skid Steer Loader Operator Training

Fatigue Management: Workers

Respectful Conduct in the Workplace for Managers

Traffic Control Persons (TCP) Re-Qualification

Traffic Control Management

WHMIS GHS 2015

Fatigue Management: Supervisor/Health and Safety Committees

Fatigue Management: Senior Leadership/Management

Shoring and Excavation Training (SET)

Prevention of Workplace Violence

Respectful Conduct in the Workplace

Confined Space Entrant

Fall Protection

JOHSC Fundamentals

Incident Investigations

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments

SET Applied Field Practices (AFP)

Asbestos, Lead, Mould, and Silica Awareness

Utility Awareness for Municipal Workers

Incident Investigations Level 2

Traffic Control Planning and Layout

Utility Locator Specialist

Worksite Safety Inspections

Confined Space Attendant/Entry Supervisor

Presentation Skills, Communication, and Crew Talks

Contractor Safety Management

Due Diligence for Supervisors

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Prevention (Industry/Field)

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Reduction Strategies for Supervisors

Safety Committee Member Responsibilities

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