Category: Health & Safety | BC Municipal Safety Association

Fatigue Awareness and Lifestyle Training

Confined Space Entrant Refresher

May 23, 2023/in Courses, Health & Safety, Operational For Employees Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Worker Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led Operational, Public Works For Employees, SSCP Elective, Operational, Public Works, Classroom Instructor Led, Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective

Gas Monitoring

May 23, 2023/in Health & Safety, Equipment, Operational, Certificate Program, Courses For Employees Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Worker Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Operational Classroom Instructor Led, Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective, For Employees, SSCP Elective, Operational, Public Works

Respectful Conduct in the Workplace for Managers

February 12, 2019/in Virtual Delivery, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor For Senior Leadership, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works

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.

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, 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/H and S Committees

August 13, 2018/in EOCP, Supervisor, JOHSC, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Joint Occupational Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety 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: Sr. Leadership/Management

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

Electrical Hazard Awareness for Municipal Workers

April 30, 2018/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses, Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 2 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

This course is for those who work around high-voltage power lines, either overhead or underground.

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 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 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 Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP, CPHR 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.

PPE Basics

February 9, 2018/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, Virtual Delivery For Employees Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 2 Virtual Instructor Led, Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

The goal of this course is to teach participants where to find applicable WorkSafeBC Regulation, identify hazards that may require PPE, and understand the use, maintenance and storage requirements of PPE.

SONAR Safety Leadership

February 2, 2018/in CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works CHRP CEU's

This 1-day training program is designed to provide today’s safety leaders with the capacity, skills and tools to listen and respond to their workplace, as well as how to communicate effectively and successfully with everybody in it.

Safety Management Systems (SMS) Online

January 23, 2018/in COR, Courses, Health & Safety For Employees, For Senior Leadership, For Supervisors Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 1.5 Self Paced Online COR, Public Works

A Safety Management System is a comprehensive in-depth approach that addresses all aspects of an organization’s operations from a health and safety viewpoint and involves management and workers in a meaningful way.

Hazard Awareness and Recognition for Municipal Inspectors

August 24, 2017/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

Municipal Inspectors may encounter a wide variety of hazards in their work, and need to identify and effectively control the hazards in order to reduce work-related injuries and illnesses.

JOHSC Fundamentals

May 30, 2017/in EOCP, JOHSC, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Supervisors, For Employees 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 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 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.

Isolation and Lockout

May 30, 2017/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses, Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety, Operational

This course will help ensure that employees understand the concepts and methods for isolating and locking out equipment.

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments

May 30, 2017/in Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP For Supervisors, For Employees 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.

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, Worker Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety

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.

Mental Health at Work – on the Front Lines

November 16, 2016/in Mental Health, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Psychological Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

When working on the front line, it’s not always easy to navigate challenging behaviour from clients or customers who may be experiencing a mental illness, including addiction. This workshop shows how the 4Rs of Recognize, Respond, Refer, Reconnect can help.

Awareness of Mental Health Training

November 16, 2016/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, Mental Health, Virtual Delivery, CPHR For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety, Psychological Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

This workshop is designed to help build comfort in talking about mental health and mental illness, and learn how to respond in a supportive way to co-workers who may be experiencing a mental illness.

Safe and Sound: Building and Sustaining a Psychologically Safe and Healthy Workplace

November 16, 2016/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, Mental Health, CPHR For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Psychological Health & Safety CHRP CEU's

Creating a safe workplace goes beyond hard hats and ergonomics. It also means protecting the psychological health and safety of your employees.This workshop provides insight into the components of a psychologically healthy and safe workplace.

Internal Auditor

August 19, 2016/in COR, Courses, Health & Safety Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 18 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led COR, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works

This 2 day course is for staff from local governments or naturally-aligned organizations who wish to learn more about how the COR audit is conducted.

Incident Investigations Level 2

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

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

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.

Presentation Skills, Communication and Crew Talks

October 7, 2013/in EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety 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 Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor For Senior Leadership, For Supervisors 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 Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor 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 (IndustryField)

September 26, 2012/in EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual 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 For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Virtual Instructor Led, Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online 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.

Office Ergonomics

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

The goal of this course is to improve the comfort and efficiency of the office environment while minimizing the risk for the development of musculoskeletal disorders.

Safety Committee Member Responsibilities

September 26, 2012/in Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, JOHSC, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety 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.

Fatigue Awareness and Lifestyle Training

Confined Space Entrant Refresher

Gas Monitoring

Respectful Conduct in the Workplace for Managers

WHMIS GHS 2015

Fatigue Management: Supervisor/H and S Committees

Fatigue Management: Sr. Leadership/Management

Electrical Hazard Awareness for Municipal Workers

Prevention of Workplace Violence

Respectful Conduct in the Workplace

PPE Basics

SONAR Safety Leadership

Safety Management Systems (SMS) Online

Hazard Awareness and Recognition for Municipal Inspectors

JOHSC Fundamentals

Incident Investigations

Isolation and Lockout

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments

Asbestos, Lead, Mould and Silica Awareness

Mental Health at Work – on the Front Lines

Awareness of Mental Health Training

Safe and Sound: Building and Sustaining a Psychologically Safe and Healthy Workplace

Internal Auditor

Incident Investigations Level 2

Worksite Safety Inspections

Presentation Skills, Communication and Crew Talks

Contractor Safety Management

Due Diligence for Supervisors

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Prevention (IndustryField)

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Reduction Strategies for Supervisors

Office Ergonomics

Safety Committee Member Responsibilities

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