The Hazard Prevention Program Regulation (Part XIX of the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations) requires employer representatives to implement and monitor a program for the recognition and prevention of hazards in the work place. Therefore, employers have an obligation to identify hazards, conduct risk assessments and implement control measures.
Course participants will learn the functions of Fire Wardens specific to their workplace. Topics covered include inspecting for fire hazards, fire theory, fire plan development, workplace specific evacuation procedures, and use of fire extinguishers. Workplace on-site courses may include an actual hands-on fire safety inspection.
Every worker needs to be prepared in case of a workplace fire. This course provides participants with the basics of fire safety. Topics include: fire safety responsibilities: principles of fire safety; different classes of fire; how to respond in a fire; workplace evacuation; fire drills; and fire prevention. Also included is instruction on the types of fire extinguishers, when and how to use a fire extinguisher, and fire extinguisher maintenance.
Participants gain hands on knowledge of basic First Aid & CPR techniques applicable to the workplace and any environment. Topics covered include: recognizing and responding to cardiovascular emergencies for adults; CPR; the A,B,C’s of First Aid – Airway, Breathing, and Circulation; and much more.
This course is focused on providing all workers with the basic knowledge of what lockout/tag out is, why it is important to workplace safety, and the basis of developing a workplace specific Lockout/Tag out Program. Employers have a responsibility and duty to ensure workers are protected from the unexpected release of energy from equipment during maintenance or service.
What are you doing as a Manager to ensure you are compliant with Occupational Health and Safety Legislation? This course will provide participants with an understanding of the principle of Due Diligence, what is needed to demonstrate Due Diligence, and why Due Diligence is necessary for a legal defense. The objective of a good OH&S Program is to develop Due Diligence as a workplace standard.