Health & Safety
and Continuing
Education Courses
Basic Occupational Health & Safety Awareness
This course meets the requirements of Ontario Regulation 297/13 made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act requiring any worker (new or existing) to have proof of completing a Basic Occupational Health and Safety Awareness course. The areas ...
READ MOREBasics of Supervising
This course will help prepare forepersons and supervisors to become "Competent Persons", as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The main objectives of this course are to increase supervisory skills, and to make ...
READ MORECertificate of Qualification (C of Q) - General Carpenter Red Seal Exam Preparation
This course consists of a comprehensive review of all areas of General Carpentry. Students will be coached in time management skills, developing effective study habits, and in strategies for writing multiple-choice exams. Individuals looking ...
READ MORECommercial Door and Hardware
This course is designed for members who have completed Advanced Carpentry, or for members/apprentices who are working in the door and hardware sector and who want to improve their skills. Course curriculum includes:
- Interpreting door ...READ MORE
Commercial Trim (Millwork)
This course is available to members who have completed either Intermediate Carpentry or the Residential Trim Course, or to members who work in the Commercial Trim sector. Curriculum Topics:
- Interpreting ...READ MORE
Confined Spaces
An awareness course for recognizing and working in confined spaces. This course reviews the legislative requirements when working in a confined space, hazard awareness, and the procedures for working in a confined space environment. Emergency ...
READ MOREConstruction ICRA: Best Practices in Healthcare
Secondary infections that are contracted during hospital stays result in many deaths per year. A rising concern is the increase in infections due to cross contamination from hospital additions and renovations. Removing ceilings, walls, flooring, ...
READ MOREConstruction Math
This course is designed to increase the students' confidence in performing material and layout calculation on the job. It can be used to help students prepare for apprenticeship schooling as it parallels the math curriculum for Basic Carpentry - ...
READ MOREFirst Aid & CPR
Students will learn to administer First Aid Level C, adult, child and infant CPR, and AEDs in accordance with St John's Ambulance requirements. Course Delivery Format:
- IN PERSON: Saturday (8:00AM - 5:00PM) ...READ MORE
Forklift - All Terrain
This course focuses on the forklift operator's responsibilities as defined by the Occupational Health & Safety Act. The course includes information on:
- Safe operating procedures for all-terrain forklifts
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Joint Health and Safety Committee Training - Part 1
At workplaces where a JHSC is required, at least one JHSC member representing the employer and one member representing workers must be certified by the Chief Prevention Officer. Certified members play an essential role in the Internal Responsibility ...
READ MOREJoint Health and Safety Committee Training - Part 2
Completion of 'Joint Health and Safety Committee Training - Part 1' is required to take this class. Finalize your certification process by successfully completing NORCAT's CPO-Approved Joint Health and Safety ...
READ MORELayout
Students are introduced to basic geometric layout and to the math that is required in layout. Students are then taught how to use a Builder's Level, a Digital Theodolite, and a Builder's Transit Level. Math proficiency is a MUST to take this ...
READ MOREMass Timber
This full-time Mass Timber course is an in-depth training program focusing on building with mass timber. The in-class component focuses on the characteristics of wood and on the forces applied (sheer, compression, and tension). The advantages of ...
READ MOREPowered Elevated Work Platforms (PEWPs)
This course focuses on the safe operation of both scissor and boom type elevating work platforms. In class instruction reviews the operator's responsibilities under the Occupational Health & Safety Act, proper inspection, maintenance ...
READ MOREPrint Reading
This course covers the basics of blueprint reading. Areas of instruction will include:
- A review of drawing techniques (e.g., isometric, orthographic drafting)
- The associated alphabet of lines and symbols, and ...READ MORE
Residential Trim
This course is open to all members who want to improve their skills installing residential trim. Curriculum Topics:
- Installing a pre-hung interior door
- Installing door casing
- Installing baseboard ...READ MORE
Rigging & Signaling
The objective of this course is to provide the student with the theory and hands-on practice to rig safely and productively. This course introduces the student to the history of rigging, wire rope, chain, slings, hardware, and knots. The theory ...
READ MOREScaffolding Health & Safety Training Program
This course focuses on safe procedures and erection methods for Systems and Tube and Clamp scaffolds in the Ontario Construction Industry. Safe erection and dismantling of scaffolds will be the focus of the course which ...
READ MOREScaffolding Pre-Apprenticeship Program
This course is dedicated to training new apprentices who will be starting a career in carpentry and who will be working in the scaffolding sector. Students will be trained on all aspects of scaffold safety. Areas of training include:
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Scaffolding Refresher
Successful completion of this course is required to work at Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Nuclear Facilities. You must complete the full Scaffolding Health and Safety Training Program course before you can take this ...
READ MORESketchUp Pro - Intro to BIM (Building Information Modeling)
In this introductory course, members will improve their skills in the following platforms: SketchUp Pro, ProCore, READ MORE
Solid Surface
This is a recognized Solid Surface Installer's course. Students will be instructed in both the installation and the repair techniques associated with solid surface products. Students will be required to demonstrate these techniques through both the ...
READ MORESUMMER (DAYTIME): AT Forklift
Summer programming is a chance for members who have limited availability on evenings and weekends to upgrade their skills. Please make your course selections carefully, as these classes are running during "normal working ...
READ MORESUMMER (DAYTIME): PEWP
Summer programming is a chance for members who have limited availability on evenings and weekends to upgrade their skills. Please make your course selections carefully, as these classes are running during "normal working ...
READ MORESUMMER (DAYTIME): Welding
Summer programming is a chance for members who have limited availability on evenings and weekends to upgrade their skills. Please make your course selections carefully, as these classes are running during "normal working ...
READ MORESuspended Access Equipment - Installer
This 2 day course instructs participants on how to recognize, select and install suspended access equipment; including support systems, and fall protection. Course Delivery Format:
- IN PERSON: Wednesday and Thursday ...READ MORE
Suspended Access Equipment - User
This 2 day course instructs participants on how to use suspended scaffold equipment. The focus is on safe use and fall protection. Course Delivery Format:
- IN PERSON: Monday and Tuesday (8:00AM - ...READ MORE
The Working Mind
The Working Mind (TWM) is part of the Opening Minds initiative, managed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC). Launched by MHCC in 2013, TWM was developed by clinicians and peers and is based on scientific research and best ...
READ MORETotal Station
In this introductory course, students will learn the basic functions and construction applications associated with the Total Station and Data Collector instruments. The course will cover:
- Northing and Easting coordinate ...READ MORE
Welding CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau)
This course is designed for apprentices who have learned welding during Basic Carpentry and who are interested in obtaining their CWB tickets and/or for members who need to recertify their CWB positions. The course will begin with the introductory ...
READ MOREWHMIS/GHS
This course will review workers' rights regarding health and safety matters. The areas of training will include:
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- The right to know
- The right to participate
- The right ...READ MORE
Working at Heights
This program addresses the legislative requirements relating to fall protection. The areas of theoretical training will include:
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- Fall hazard awareness
- Safe use of ladders and ...READ MORE
Working at Heights (FRIDAY DAYTIME)
This mandatory safety course is being offered on Friday from 9:00AM - 5:00PM to meet the needs of members who cannot attend classes on the weekend. Working at Heights training addresses the legislative requirements ...
READ MOREWorking at Heights Refresher
This program reviews the legislative requirements relating to fall protection including; fall hazard awareness; safe use of ladders and scaffolds; Power Elevated Work Platforms; inspection of fall protection equipment; and the proper use of fall ...
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