Category: Virtual Delivery | 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 Management

November 23, 2018/in Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, Courses, Operational For Supervisors, For Employees, For Senior Leadership 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, Worker Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Virtual Instructor Led, Classroom 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 Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, JOHSC, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses 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 Virtual Delivery, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor For Senior Leadership EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works

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

PPE Basics

February 9, 2018/in Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, Virtual Delivery For Employees Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 2 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual 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 Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Public Works, Occupational Health & Safety 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.

JOHSC Fundamentals

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

Awareness of Mental Health Training

November 16, 2016/in Certificate Program, Mental Health, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety For Supervisors, For Employees 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.

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

July 12, 2016/in Operational, Certificate Program, Virtual Delivery, Courses 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

This course includes an observation of, and significant piece of federal legislation that applies to, the shipping and transport industries in Canada is Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations.

Traffic Control Planning and Layout

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

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.

Worksite Safety Inspections

April 1, 2014/in Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses 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

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 CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery 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 Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR 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 CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Core Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works 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 CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program, EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery For Employees, For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 4 Classroom Instructor Led, Virtual Instructor Led Occupational Health & Safety, Public Works 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 EOCP, Supervisor, Virtual Delivery, CPHR, Courses, Health & Safety, Certificate Program For Supervisors CPHR, EOCP Supervisors Safety Certificate Program Elective Courses 8 Classroom Instructor Led, Self Paced Online, 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.

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 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.

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SAFER AND HEALTHIER WORKPLACES FOR EVERYONE.

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