ground force training catalogue

Training CaTalogue

Your onsite training guide for courses that will improve operational efficiency and ensure that

objectives for due diligence are met.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About Us .................................................................................................................... i

Instructors .................................................................................................................. ii Reasons for Training ............................................................................................ iii

EquipmEnt training

Front End Loader ..................................................................................................2Tractor Loader Backhoe – Level 1 ...................................................................3Tractor Loader Backhoe – Level 2 ...................................................................4Motor Grader ............................................................................................................6Excavator/Gradall ...................................................................................................7Mower ..........................................................................................................................8Skid Steer ...................................................................................................................9Rigging and Lifting with Heavy Equipment ............................................... 10Public Works – Equipment Specific ................................................................ 11Street Sweeper ...................................................................................................... 12Load Securement .................................................................................................. 13Operator & Driver Competency Assessments ........................................... 14Operator Awareness Program ......................................................................... 15Seasonal/Casual/Temporary Employee Training Programs................ 16

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Snowplow Operator ............................................................................................. 18Snowplow – Classroom Only ............................................................................ 19Snowplow/Front End Loader .........................................................................20Sidewalk Plow ....................................................................................................... 22One Person Plowing ........................................................................................... 23Front End Loader Plow...................................................................................... 24Pick-up Truck with Plow ................................................................................... 25Motor Grader Plow .............................................................................................. 26

SupErviSor training

Gravel Road School............................................................................................. 28Due Diligence for Supervisors ........................................................................30Advanced Supervisor Training ........................................................................ 31Winter Maintenance School ............................................................................. 33

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DrivEr training

Air-Brake ................................................................................................................. 36Collision Reporting .............................................................................................. 37Defensive Driving Course ................................................................................. 38Pre-Trip Inspection .............................................................................................. 39Safe Backing ..........................................................................................................40Safe Backing with Trailers ................................................................................. 41

SafEty training

Young and New Workers Information .........................................................44Lockout Tagout ....................................................................................................45WHMIS ......................................................................................................................46Transportation of Dangerous Goods ........................................................... 47Confined Space Awareness .............................................................................48Fuel Handling Safety ..........................................................................................49Fall Protection .......................................................................................................50Trenching Safety ................................................................................................... 51Propane Handling ................................................................................................ 52

cEmEtary training Cemetery Training .......................................................…………………………………..54

onLinE training Online Training ..................................................................................................... .56

Contact Us .............................................................................................................. 57

About UsGround Force Training provides an extensive range of training programs to both the private and public sectors in the areas of heavy equipment, snowplow and driver training. Ground Force has become known for providing quality training that produces quantifiable results in collision reduction, lower maintenance costs, reduced fuel consumption and improved employee morale. We have implemented training programs in over 1,000 Organizations, Towns and Cities across Canada and the United States as well as many customized programs for farms, construction, airports, parks and utility companies, cemeteries and landscapers. With the growing awareness within all sectors that a certificate is just not enough anymore and that there is no substitute for a good quality training program, many private companies and public sector employers have engaged Ground Force Training to help plan and implement their training requirements for the next several years. All of our training programs will ensure that the objectives for due diligence and efficient maintenance of the corporate equipment inventory are met by:

• Developing training program documentation to meet legislative requirements.

• Developing safe equipment operators who are less prone to accidents, more productive and produce savings in fuel consumption

• Reducing wear and damage to equipment • Reducing damage to private property• Increasing customer satisfaction with corporate services.

“One of the best courses I have taken as it pertains specifically to my job. I will recommend this course to the training supervisor and superintendents.”

- Region of Durham

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instructorsPrior to acquiring their Instructor status on any given equipment or vehicle, Ground Force Instructors must have first mastered all aspects of its operation, thus guaranteeing extensive (i.e. 2000 hours) seat time and under virtually any condition on earth. Our instructors have decades of combined experience both in the seat, and in front of students. Dedicated to safety, perfection, precision and policy compliance, our staff will happily adjust training packages to best suit your company’s requirements; all while exceeding the mandated labour standards.

“The instructor not only engaged our staff in a professional and courteous manner, but more so ignited a spark of enthusiasm with those staff who have never been afforded the opportunity to reach beyond their individual threshold of achievement. This unique approach to training and for that matter mentoring, both skilled grader operators and trainees found a new approach to teamwork under the umbrella of safety and skill development.”

– Township of Mapleton

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Reasons for TrainingThe benefits of skill-based training can flow through to all levels of an organization. Not only does training allow employees to complete new tasks and therefore take on more responsibilities, employees can learn techniques that will allow them to complete tasks more efficiently. Training allows employees to feel confident in their job duties and consequently become better at their job. Investing time and money into your employees, boosts their morale, makes them feel appreciated and encourages them to get more involved in their jobs. How do all these benefits affect you and your company? When employees are satisfied and feel appreciated, their productivity will increase, employee turnover will decrease, the need for employee supervision is lowered and equipment maintenance costs decline.

Operator and supervisor training is a powerful approach to improving an organization’s efficiency and effectiveness as well as meeting due diligence requirements. Making the workplace safer for all employees is a top priority.Reasons for training include:• To improve the skill level of employees• As part of a ‘due diligence’ process• A training summary and test results for your files• As part of succession planning to help an employee be

eligible for a planned change in role in the organization• To train operators on a new vehicle or piece of equipment• Improved employee morale and motivation

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front End Loader

classroom topics• Equipment design and function• Electrical system• Hydraulic system• Pre-start inspections• Equipment warning devices• Controls review and safety• Bucket operation• Loading, stockpiling, ramping,

digging and bulldozing techniques

• Power-train• Stability and centre of gravity• Work area clean-up• Loader accessories (i.e. plows)

field/Hands-on activities• Pre-start inspection• Controls review• Maneuvering around obstacles• Bucket operation• Loading trucks

Learning Objectives This course will help operators make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of loader operation. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude• Maintenance habits and

awareness• Safety awareness• Productivity

Evaluation /Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice); oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment).

Each successful participant will beprovided with a course certificate andthe employer will receive a writtenoperator training summary.

course overview

This course provides fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation, and maintenance that apply to the Wheeled Loader. Each student will receive a combination of classroom/theory and practical/hands-on training.Note: Each student must have their own equipment (1:1 ratio; student/equipment). This will ensure adequate practical skill development.

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tractor Loader BackhoeLEVEL 1

classroom topics • Equipment design and function• Electrical/hydraulic system• Pre-start inspections• Equipment warning devices• Weather/safety considerations• Controls review• Trenching and filling techniques• Bucket and backhoe operation• Power-train• Effects of soil types and terrain• Night operations• Stability and centre of gravity• Work area clean-upNote: This is NOT an inclusive list,Ground Force is always prepared toadd topics specific to your individualrequirements.

field/Hands-on activities• Pre-start inspection• Trenching fundamentals• Stock piling/spoil placement• Controls review• Post operation procedures• Maneuvering around obstacles

• Backhoe and bucket operation• Excavation techniques• Bank development• Loading trucks

Learning ObjectivesThis course will help operators make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of Tractor Loader Backhoe operation. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude• Maintenance habits• Safety awareness• Productivity

Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice); oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment).

Each successful participant will beprovided with a course certificateand the employer will receive awritten operator training summary.

course overview

This course provides the fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation, and mainte-nance that apply to the TLB. Each student receives a combination of class-room/theory and practical/hands-on training.Note: Each student must have their own equipment (1:1 ratio; student/equip-ment). This will ensure adequate practical skill development.

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tractor Loader BackhoeLEVEL 2

option 1: classroom topics• Dimensions and stability

•Universal forces and principles•Downhill force• Important factors relating to

center of gravity• Machine control

•Machine and loader controls•Hydraulic control• Backhoe control

• Safety• Safety systems• Backhoe accidents• Excavations• Transporting wheeled

machinery• Maintenance

• Engine and machine life

• Utilities•One call system•How to proceed with the job• The “four stages of alert”•Variables that determine pipe

breakage• Investigating possible utility

lines• Best practices will be discussed

• Homework will be assigned to be completed for Day 2

course overview

This course provides the advanced fundamentals of operation and machine control that apply to the tractor loader backhoe. Each operator will receive a combination of classroom/theory and practical/hands-on training. The Organization has 2 classroom options from which to choose, or they can combine the 2 options for 2 days of classroom training. The classroom options include:

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option 2: classroom topics• Pre-start inspection• Post operation procedures• Planning the job

• Placement of spoil• Layout• Precision job layout

• Set-up• Tripod setup• The pivot method• Precision set-up and set-up

techniques• Footings• Precision, skill, concentration• Layout• Elevation importance and

checking methods• Checking the grade• Jobsite cleanliness and cleanup• Shuttle operations• Spoil removal• Importance of excavation

cleanliness• Clean-up

field/Hands-on activitiesEach student will be provided time with the instructor to practice skills and information they were taught in

class to maximize retention. Activities are based on the experience level of the operator.

Learning ObjectivesThis course will help ensure operators make better, more informed deci-sions in every aspect of tractor loader backhoe operations. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude regarding backhoe op-eration

• Vehicle and attachment mainte-nance and inspection habits

• Safety awareness• Productivity

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successfulparticipant will be provided with acourse certificate and the employerwill receive a written operatortraining summary.

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motor grader

classroom topics• Pre-start inspections• Grader blade operation• Techniques• Proper crowning techniques• Drainage techniques• How to ditch (ditching

operations)• V-ditch and camber• Final grading techniques• Far reach and high banking

operations• Stripping topsoil or sod• How to properly build and

maintain a road• Safety

field/Hands-on activities• Ditching operations• Casting windrows• Bank work• Cleaning ditches• Crowning operations• Techniques• Final grading techniques• Stripping top soil or sod• Advanced grading techniques as

taught in classNote: The ability to operate themachine WITHOUT the use of GPSequipment is emphasized as any trueoperator must be able to carry on in all conditions without relying on the GPS to do the basic operations for them.

Learning objectives This course is designed to enable operators to make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of operations. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude• Vehicle and attachment

maintenance and inspection habits

• Overall safety awareness• Productivity Evaluation /Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successfulparticipant will be provided with acourse certificate and the employerwill receive a written operatortraining summary.

course overview

This course is designed for experienced operators. Each student will receive a combination of classroom/theory and practical/ hands-on training. Each student will have their own equipment. A 1:1 (student/equipment) ratio maximizes the operators practical skill development.

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Excavator/gradallcourse overviewThis course provides the fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation, and maintenance that apply to the Excavator. Each student receives a combination of classroom/theory and practical/ hands-on training.Note: Each student will have their own excavator 1:1 Ratio (Stu-dent/Equipment). This will ensure adequate practical skill devel-opment.

classroom topics• Safe Productivity and Operation• Components and Control

Identification• Safety and Warning Symbols• Pre-Start Procedures• After Starting Checks• Machine Shut Down• Stockpiling• Loading Trucks

field/Hands-on activities• Operation and Safety• Trenching Fundamentals • Spoil Placement• Bank Development

Learning ObjectivesThis course will help ensure operators make better, more

informed decisions in every aspect of excavator operations. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude regarding operation• Vehicle and attachment



Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

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mowercourse overviewThis course is designed for both novice and experienced operators by providing the fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation, and maintenance that apply to the mower. Each student receives a combination of classroom/theory and practical/ hands-on training.

classroom topics• Keys to Professional Operation• Pre-Start Inspection • Safe Operation• Equipment Design & Function• Electrical System• Equipment Warning Devices• Controls Review• Stability and Centre of Gravity

field/Hands-on activitiesStudents will be taken outside for hands-on practice/review on what was taught during the classroom portion. The instructor will provide constructive feedback, reinforcement and relate the training to job requirements. Therefore, the trainee will immediately be able to apply their new knowledge and skills gained in the training session directly to their job environment.


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Skid Steercourse overviewThe training program begins with a half day (approx. 4 hour) classroom course for the student operator. The classroom portion makes the operator more aware of the keys to ‘professional operation’ and more familiar with the trainer leading up to the practical training.

classroom topics• Basic hydraulics• Pre-trip inspection• Safe operating and load

handling procedures• Stability, tipping capacity• Attachment Hook-up and

Operation

field/Hands-on activities• Pre-shift Inspection Techniques• Clearance Training• Stockpiling• Loading Trucks


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rigging and LiftingWith Heavy Equipment

classroom topics • Safety• Hand signals• Steel wire rope and chains• Rigging inspection• Hoisting• Stability when lifting

field/Hands-on activitiesAfter the classroom portion, time willbe spent performing various activitiesthat will be customized to the specificequipment the Organization/Companychooses to use.

Who Should Attend Operators or supervisors who are involved in any type of rigging, hoisting or recovery operations.

Evaluation /DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice)Each successful participant will beprovided with a course certificateand the employer will receive awritten operator training summary.

course overview

This one-day course will cover the necessary safety requirements to properly:• Rig loads for moving in and around the construction site• Rig a load for lifting with heavy equipment• Choose the right equipment for the right job, and• Inspect equipment in order to ensure it meets the minimum

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Street Sweeper

classroom topics • Equipment design• Pre-trip inspection• Equipment warning devices• Safety considerations• Controls review• The techniques of right hand drive• Recognizing sweep functions• Sweeper related defensive driving• Hands-on pre-trip inspection

(performed by instructor)

field/Hands-on activities• Pre-trip inspection (performed by

student)• Controls review• Maneuvering around obstacles

using both right and left drive (if equipped)

• Off loading functions

Learning Objectives This course will ensure operators make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of Street Sweeper operations. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude towards general operations

• Vehicle and attachment maintenance and inspection habits


Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

course overview

This course provides participants with the knowledge and basic skill of street sweeper operation. Each student will receive a combination of classroom/theory and practical/hands-on training.

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public Works Equipment SpecificOperator training for the equipment listed below can be customized to meet specific requirements. As with all training in the Operator Safety Series there are 2 specific components including:• Classroom Training• Practical ‘Hands-on’ Training

Bucket truckThis course is designed for both novice and experienced operators. The bucket truck is a complex and dangerous piece of equipment when used by an untrained or careless operator. The safe and proper use of the vehicle starts with training! This course begins with explaining equipment components and controls, aerial hazards and pre-trip inspections. Finishing off this course are discussions including stability, operation, fall protection, and bucket rescue.

crawler DozerThis course is designed for both novice and experienced operators. Crawler Dozer safety will cover Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS), mount and dismount of machine, backing, visibility, components and controls. Blade types and attachments, walk around inspections and start-up/shut-down procedures will be covered. Also included are: controls and operation, discussions on level dozing, slot dozing, slope safety and working with a stockpile and ripping techniques.

all terrain utility vehicle (atuv)This type of vehicle is becoming more common in the workplace. This course covers all the basics for operating and riding responsibly, rules and controls, starting/stopping and riding strategies, turning safely, traversing hills, emergency maneuvers and riding over obstacles.

other courses available• Compactors• Forklift• Scrapers• Articulated trucks

Evaluation /DocumentationEach successful participant will beprovided with a course certificateand the employer will receive awritten operator training summary.

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Load Securement

classroom topics The importance of proper securement• General cargo securement

requirements• Guiding principle of public safety• How cargo must be contained,

immobilized or secured• Consequences of improperly

secured loads• Elements of a securement system• Requirements for containing,

immobilizing, and securing cargo• Working load limits and default

working load limits for unmarked tie-downs

• Identifying working load limits of an unmarked securing device

• Calculating aggregate working load limits for tie-downs attached to the load

• How to inspect securement systems

• Determining if load is secured properly

• Securement requirements and principles for heavy vehicles, equipment and machinery

field/Hands-on activities• How to inspect chains• Use of securing devices• Inspection and verification

procedures• Vehicle placement on trailer• Proper weight and attachment

distribution• Mid-trip inspections• Heights and clearances• Cargo, other than vehicle

securement

Who Should Attend Any person who is responsible for tying down or securing any size load on trailers or on a vehicle.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam. Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

course overview

At the completion of this one-day training course, participants will be able to:• Explain how cargo

securement principles apply to different commodities

• Determine what is required to properly load and secure different commodities including the number, placement and types of cargo securing devices

• State general requirements for cargo securement• Understand the principles for securing heavy vehicle,

equipment, and machinery• Understand basic physics principles and the law of physics

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Pre-training assessment of driversand/or operators is a vital tool in theDue Diligence process. Our certified trainers document competency in specific categories, skills and sub-skills. Equipment operator competency assessments are task, equipment and location specific to ensure a comprehensive evaluation. This service is important to focus your training program and ensure cost effective training.

assessments are required forthe following reasons:• To determine operator ability

prior to training or promotion• To establish a benchmark or

starting point after a training program

• To determine the need for remedial training after an incident

• To determine an operator’s level of competency

Driver assessmentsDriver assessments verify the risk status of drivers. Using a combination of pre-driving checks and on-the-roadpractical driving sessions our instructors accurately evaluate driver skills. This culminates in a detailed report incorporating recommendations for remedial action where necessary.• Target ‘at risk’ drivers for training

opportunities to remedy faulty driving habits

• Reduce accident rate/vehicle abuse due to faulty driving

• Reduce fleet operating costs through improved maintenance and increased efficiency

• Assist in an employee’s progression plan to address short falls due to turnovers and promotion

• Meet your ‘duty of care’ obligations under due diligence

operator and Drivercompetency assessment

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operator awarenessprogram

(1/2 DAY PROGRAMS)

oap’s can Be Delivered for the following vehicles:• All terrain utility vehicles• Tool Cat• Tractor mowers

classroom topics• Improving operator performance• Pertinent regulations• Pre-shift inspection procedures• Safe operation—equipment spe-

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field/Hands-on activities• Pre-shift inspection techniques• Control exercise (rodeo)—under

the guidance of an instructor

Learning Objectives This course will enable operators to make better, more informed decisions. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude• Maintenance habits• Safety awareness

Evaluation/DocumentationProgress is monitored by the instructors as students move through the program. Upon completion of the field portion of the program, trainees complete a written test to ensure knowledge transfer and receive a certificate of attendance. The trainer will document and advise the supervisor if the operator is considered unsafe.

course overview

the operator awareness program (o.a.p) begins the documented due diligence training process. it does not replace operator training but is an acceptable starting point towards workplace safety obligations.These half day courses provide the fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation and maintenance that apply to all types of equipment. The training will be equipment specific (i.e. one session for each specific type)and is designed to compliment the theoretical knowledge of the operators byproviding them with hands-on practical experience. A maximum of 12 studentscan be accommodated (12 morning/12 afternoon). Each operator will have the opportunity to learn maneuvers demonstrated, providing them with the appropriate tools necessary to continue to practice their skills properly. A short obstacle course, encompassing newly learned procedures will wrap up the training. This short but very powerful training experience will have a lasting impact on all participants.

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Seasonal/casual/temporaryEmployee training programs

courses available:• Ride-on mower• Load securement• All terrain utility vehicles (ATUVs)• Defensive driving• Pick up truck• Safe backing• Pre-trip inspections

For course descriptions, please refer to the table of contents.

the 2 main components ofeach course are:

1. Classroom training2. Practical “hands-on” training

field/Hands-onThis is the practical, hands-on (i.e. ‘seat time’) portion of the training. Each course is vehicle specific and includes a hands-on pre-trip inspection, controls review and post operation procedures.Note: Ground Force is always preparedto train on equipment and/or vehiclesor cover specific topics, customized toyour individual requirements.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided a certificate of completion; employer will receive a written operator training summary.

Things you should knowwhen hiring THESE staff!

Temporary employment takesa wide variety of forms: term,contract, seasonal, casual andplacement through a staffingcompany. However, regardless of their title, they still need job-specific training. With the high injury rate of these seasonal and young employees, starting them off right with quality training will help them stay safe on the job.

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Snowplow operator1.2

classroom topics • Due diligence• Record keeping• Pre-season preparation• Weather and road weather• Level of service• Anti-icing and deicing techniques• Equipment operation & safety• Attachment mounting and set-up• Pre-trip inspection• Plowing Techniques• Unpaved shoulders and multi-lane

highways• One-ways, alleys, ramps and• dead-ends• Cul-de-sacs & traffic circles• Forward plowing• Upgrades, plows down and steep

downgrades• Overpass plowing and railroad

crossings• Right turn obstructions and stop

signs• Turning around at intersections

practical/Hands-on activities• Pre-trip inspection• Clearance training• On-road assessment (DDC)

Learning Objectives This course will help operators make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of snow plow operation. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude regarding salt management

• Vehicle and attachment maintenance habits


Student Manuals Each student will receive a comprehensive training manual.

Evaluation /Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

course overview

This course is designed as a refresher for snowplow operators. The course covers all topics required to manage an effective and safe winter maintenance program. All operators will be given a pre-trip refresher, run through an obstacle course and have a one on one on-road evaluation.Note: Each student receives one day classroom and approximately 2 hour seat time.

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Snowplow - classroom only

classroom topics • Due diligence• Record keeping• Pre-season preparation• Weather and road weather• Level of service• Anti-icing and deicing techniques• Equipment operation & safety• Attachment mounting and set-up• Pre-trip inspection• Plowing Techniques• Unpaved shoulders and multi-lane

highways• One-ways, alleys, ramps and

dead-ends• Cul-de-sacs & traffic circles• Forward plowing• Upgrades, plows down and steep



signs• Turning around at intersections

Who Should Attend All snowplow operators, supervisors and/or controllers.

Evaluation /Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successfulparticipant will be provided with acourse certificate and the employerwill receive a written operatortraining summary.

course overview

This one day course covers the classroom portion of snowplow training. Students spend approximately 7 hours in class learning the theory of snowplow operation. There are two options of classroom topics to choose from:

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Snowplow/ front End Loader 1.5

classroom topics• Due diligence• Record keeping• Pre-season preparation• Weather and road weather• Level of service• Anti-icing and deicing techniques• Equipment operation & safety• Attachment mounting and set-up• Pre-trip inspection• Plowing Techniques• Unpaved shoulders and multi-lane


dead-ends

• Cul-de-sacs & traffic circles• Forward plowing• Upgrades, plows down and steep



signs• Turning around at intersections• Front end loader• Vehicle components• Pre-trip inspection• Basic operation

course overview

This course provides the fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation and maintenance that apply to the Snowplow and Front End Loader. Each student receives a combination of classroom/theory and practical/hands-on training on both the Snowplow and Front End Loader. Each operator will receive 2 hours of one-on-one ‘seat-time’ for snowplow, and 2 hours of one-on-one ‘seat-time’ for front end loader.

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field/Hands-on activities - Snowplow• Pre-trip• Clearance training• On-road assessment (defensive

driving techniques)

field/Hands-on activities - front End Loader• Pre-shift inspection techniques• Truck loading exercises• Clearance training

Who Should Attend Operators with a minimum of one (1) year experience will benefit from this training.

Learning Objectives This course will help operators make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of snow plow operation.

The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude regarding salt management




Evaluation /Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

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Sidewalk plow

classroom topics • Equipment design and function• Safety and warning symbols• Dimensions and stability• Pre-trip inspections• Starting procedures• After start procedures• Operation and safety• Machine shut down• Preventative maintenance

field/Hands-on activities• Pre-trip inspection• Controls review• Post operation procedures• Clearance training• Customized evaluation process.

Learning Objectives This course is designed to enable operators to make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of sidewalk clearing operations. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude regarding salt management and damage to public and private property


• Overall safety awareness• Productivity


Evaluation /DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice), oral exam (by instructor) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator trainingsummary.

course overview

This course provides the fundamentals of safety, equipment characteristics, operation and maintenance that apply to the sidewalk plow. Each student will receive a combination of classroom/theory and practical/hands-on training.

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classroom topicsThe training program begins with a oneday (approx. 7 hours) classroom coursefor the student operator at a venuewithin the Organization for this pro-gram.The following topics are thoroughlycovered:• Defensive driving techniques• Control operations• Hazard perception• Vision skills• Weather & road weather• Pre-season preparation• Anti-icing deicing techniques• Due diligence• Equipment operation & safety• Attachment mounting & set-up• Pre-trip inspection• Level of service• One person plowing techniques

• Unpaved shoulders & multi-lane highways

• One-ways, alleys, ramps and dead-ends

• Intersections & right turns• Cul-de-sacs & traffic circles• Forward plowing• Upgrades & steep downgrades• Overpass plowing & railroad

crossing• Right side obstructions & stop

sign• Turning around at an

intersection

field/Hands-on activitiesThis is the practical, hands-on (i.e.‘seat time’) portion of the training andis referred to as ‘active learning’ orlearning by doing. This course will helpoperators make better, more informeddecisions in every aspect of snow plowoperation. Peer to peer training is mosteffective because the operator traineesmore readily share their experience with and accept advice/coaching fromexperienced professional instructors.

The trainers will provide constructivefeedback and reinforcement and relatethe training to job requirements.Therefore, the trainee will immediatelybe able to apply their new knowledgeand skills gained in the training sessiondirectly into their job environment.

Hands-on activities• Pre-trip inspection• Clearance training• In-cab check ride

Who Should Attend Operators who are converting from using a wing man to one person plowing.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory test (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

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front End Loader plowclassroom topicsThe training program begins with aone day (approx. 7 hours) classroomcourse for the student operator at avenue within the Organization for thisprogram. The following topics arethoroughly covered:• Weather & road weather• Pre-season preparation• Anti-icing deicing techniques• Due diligence• Equipment operation & safety• Attachment mounting & set-up• Pre-trip inspection• Level of service• Plowing techniques• Unpaved shoulders & multi-lane


dead-ends• Intersections & right turns• Cul-de-sacs & traffic circles• Forward plowing• Upgrades & steep downgrades• Overpass plowing & railroad

crossing• Right side obstructions & stop

sign• Turning around at an intersection field/Hands-on activitiesThis is the practical, hands-on (i.e.‘seat time’) portion of the training andis referred to as ‘active learning’ orlearning by doing. This course will helpoperators make better, more informeddecisions in every aspect of snow plow operation. Peer to peer training is most effective because the operator trainees more readily share their experience with and accept advice/coaching from experienced professional instructors. The trainers will provide constructive feedback and reinforcement and relate the training to job requirements. Therefore, the

trainee will immediately be able to apply their new knowledge and skills gained in the training session directly into their job environment.

Hands-on activities• Pre-trip inspection• Clearance training• In-cab check ride

Who Should Attend Front end loader operators responsible for snow/ice control and snow removal operations.

Evaluation /Documentation Theory test (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

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classroom topicsThe training program begins with a 1/2day (approx. 4 hours) classroom coursefor the student operator at a venuewithin the Organization for this program.The following topics are thoroughlycovered:• Documentation and record

keeping• Vehicle records including pre-trip

and maintenance reports to/from your maintenance section

• Pre-season checks• Route checks• Equipment checks• Review of winter maintenance

policy• Equipment operation• Salting and sanding procedures (if

applicable)• Post season maintenance and

storage of equipment• Best practices for plowing and

snow removal techniques• Parking lots• Entrances and exits• Driveways• Road weather

practical/Hands-on activities• Pre-trip & obstacle course• Optional on-road assessment

(defensive driving techniques)

Who Should Attend Operators responsible for driving a pick-up truck for snowplow operations.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory test (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

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classroom topics The training program begins with a one day (approx. 7 hours) classroom course for the student operator at a venue within your Organization for this program. The following topics are thoroughly covered:• Due diligence• Record keeping• Pre-season preparation• Weather and road weather• Level of service• Anti-icing and deicing techniques• Equipment operation & safety• Attachment mounting and set-up• Pre-trip inspection• Plowing Techniques (all roadway

configurations)

field/Hands-on activities• Pre-start inspection• Controls review• Winter operation procedures• Maneuvering around obstacles• Grader blade operation• Snow plowing/removal• Wing operations• Articulation

NOTE: Some of the above activitiesmay not be covered, due to experience level as well as the amount of time available, weather conditions and availability of equipment.

Who Should Attend Grader operators responsible for snow/ice control and snow removal operations.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory test (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

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gravel road School

course overview

This 2-day training is essential for everyone involved in road maintenance. The course will focus on gravel road maintenance and teach you how you can ‘take back your roads’.

“It was very helpful to be taught how to do things the proper way. You can teach old dogs new tricks. I’m glad we did this course and the instructor was very good.”

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gravel road School

classroom topics• The Anatomy of a Road • Road construction• Layers of a road• Shoulders, Ditches & Drainage • Gravel Road Maintenance • Dust Control Benefits • Stabilizers, application• Pre-preparation• Snow & Ice Control • Road Issues • Washboards, potholes and

intersections• Shoulders• Erosion Control • Technologies• Advantages and disadvantages of

new tools• Motor Grader Techniques• How - you will understand why

we use the grader to do the work and why it is one of the most versatile machines on the market today.

• What – wheel lean, articulation, sideshift, pitch, far reach, scarifier, stability, feathering, rolling, mixing, cutting, reverse grading.

• Why - why do you need wheel lean? Articulation is just for making tight turns…right? What do we require a scarifier for and when is it best employed? Far reach means…? Which is the heel and which is the toe?

Who Should AttendAll supervisors, operators, CAO’s, fleet managers and hands-on councillors/elected officials who are involved in road maintenance.

Student ManualsEach student will receive a comprehensive course package.

Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written training summary.

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1. Reasonable vs. Perfect (or Unreasonable) – Explain that the required standard is not to be perfect, but to do everything reasonable within your training and authority.

2. Play it Safe – Know the applicable regulations and verify information. The more critical the info, the more verification necessary.

3. Crystal Balls not Required – You cannot foresee every possible action of each employee at all times.

4. Don’t Bury Your Head in the Sand – You cannot ignore an issue because it is inconvenient, you lack the knowledge to deal with it, too expensive or too time consuming to deal with.

5. Ensure Your Staff are Competent in the Assigned Task –You must make sure that the people you task have the required skill set and training to complete that task safely and competently.

6. Make Training Job Relevant – When arranging for training, you must ensure it is relevant to the day to day work/conditions your workers will be exposed to.

7. Training is Useless if You Can’t Prove it – Can you prove what was taught, when it was taught, who taught it and what has been done since the training?

8. Rules/Regulations must be Obeyed/Enforced – Having policies/regulations is totally useless if they are not enforced.

9. Responsibility Rests With You –Delegating jobs/tasks/responsibilities to other employees/contractors, does not remove your obligations with regards to Due Diligence and job safety.

10. Prevention Beats Curing (An ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure) – Even though it may seem expensive to deal with an issue before something happens, it is nothing compared to what it will cost if you wait until something happens.

11. Are Your People Fulfilling Their Responsibilities? – As management, it is not enough to delegate responsibilities/tasks. You must ensure that they are being completed to the necessary standard.

12. Ignorance is no Excuse – Not informing yourself and your people will not be accepted as a defense against charges/fines/penalties. If in doubt, find out!!

13. It’s Only Too Late After an Accident (To take action) – By being proactive, you can at least show you are taking steps to improve workplace safety.

14. Your Past can Hinder You or Haunt You….Your Choice – How you have dealt with safety and what steps you have taken to meet your Due Diligence requirements in the past will count significantly when you need to prove yourself

15. Can I Pass the Mirror Test Every Night? – When I go to bed at night, can I look at myself in the mirror and honestly tell myself I did everything in my power to keep my workers/employees safe?

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Who Should AttendAll supervisors, managers and hands-on councillors/elected officials who are involved in organizing work for their equipment operators as well as human resource personnel.


Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written training summary.

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“I previously understood the importance of due diligence, but this course brought it home. It will certainly modify how we do business and address issues. Tons of room for thought.”

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classroom topics • How to create a vehicle specific

evaluation checklist• Types of Evaluations• How to Evaluate• What to look for when evaluating• Operation & Safety• Pre-trip Inspection• Parking• How to create a vehicle specific

tail gate meeting (vehicle and season specific)

• How often should you have safety meetings?

• What do you need to prove due diligence?

• How to prepare a teach a safety meeting

• Peer-to-Peer exchange of information

Who Should AttendAll supervisors, managers and hands-on councillors/elected officials who are involved in organizing work for their equipment operators as well as human resource personnel.


Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written training summary.

advanced Supervisor training EqUIPMENT SPECIFIC

course overview

This 2-day training is designed for municipal and private sector supervisors, managers and human resource personnel who are responsible for organizing work for equipment operators. In addition to the topics listed, there is also an interactive portion designed for the attendees to learn how to create vehicle specific evaluation checklists as well as how to create and run an effective tail-gate meeting using real life scenarios.

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Winter maintenance School

course overview and content

This 2-day training is designed for municipal and private sector supervisors and patrollers responsible for the overall maintenance of roads during winter operations. In addition to the topics listed, there is also an interactive portion designed for the attendees to recognize the potential for hazardous situations to occur using real life scenarios.

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classroom topics• Weather & Road Weather• Interpreting Road, Dew & Air

Temperature• Ice Formation• Salt Fundamentals• Storage & Management• Application & Spreading• Types of Snow• Anti-Icing & De-icing• Record Keeping• Due Diligence• Risk Management• Event Planning• Best Practices• Decision Making• Pre-Season Inspection• Plowing Techniques

Who Should AttendAll supervisors/patrollers and hands-on councillors/elected officials who are involved in winter maintenance.


Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice) and practical exam (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written training summary.

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air-Brake

classroom topics • Overview of the air brake system

and basic components• Identification of the supply (wet)

system, secondary and primary system

• Potential trouble-shooting of the system

• Full pre-trip check of the complete braking system (Run-up & Fan-down with Mark & Measure)

Who Should AttendAny person responsible for driving a CMV as part of their job.

Learning ObjectivesUpon successful completion, participants will be able to:• Understand how the air brake

system works• How to use brakes properly• Identify brake types• Name significant components• Complete application checks

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.Duration: 3.5 hours (maximum of12 students).

course overview

This half day program covers all aspects of compliance that Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) according to their official definition, and attached trailers are to be formally inspected for defects and serviceability at least once every 24 hours. This interactive workshop addresses the requirement for and content of a proper trip inspection, in the context of regulatory compliance and safety.

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collision reportingAWARENESS COURSE

classroom topics • On-scene photography• Data collection• Scene sketching• Appropriate post accident

information processing• Evidence identification

Who Should Attend This course is designed for all company/public works employees who drive vehicles as part of their job. It is imperative that drivers and supervisors know what to do at the scene of a collision.

Learning Objectives Upon Completion of this course participants will:• Understand their legal obligation

at the scene of a collision• Practice and understand the

importance of photography and data collection

• Practice scene sketching

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice) Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.Duration: 3.5 hours (based on12 students) for operators; 7 hoursfor supervisors.

course overview

The information collected at the scene of a collision can be criti-cal to the defense of your company liability! The first person representing the better interest of your company on the scene is your company driver. The second person is the first line super-visor. Do they know what to look for? What should they take pictures of? Who should they notify?

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Defensive Driving course

classroom topicsYour organization’s collision statisticsshould be the primary factor whendeciding what is covered in this module. The following topics will be covered:• Getting started, sitting properly• Hands: where should they be, why

should they be there• Seatbelts: what every driver

needs to know!• Mirrors: a reflected view• Where you should be looking• Brakes: how to employ them• Skids: there is an escape!• How to see and be seen• Highway driving• On and off ramps• City driving• Collision avoidance

field/Hands-on activities• Obstacle course• Vehicle maneuverability• Clearance restrictions• Pre-trip inspection procedures• Optional on road trainingNOTE: A classroom and large pavedarea to set-up and conduct the invehicle driving portion with yourvehicles is required.

Who Should Attend: Operators ofall types of cars, pickup trucks or buses should attend. All employees, regardless if they simply drive to/from work or if they drive as part of their job.

Evaluation/Documentation: Theory test (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

course overview

This one day (classroom/practical combination) course is designed to help your employees join the ranks of the most safety-conscious drivers on the road. Fewer collisions to company vehicles will help control insurance costs—and safe drivers lose less time from work because they avoid collisions. Traffic crashes are preventable … by defensive driving.

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pre-trip inspection

classroom topics• The concept of due diligence• How to perform a properly

sequenced pre-trip inspection

field/Hands-on activities• Thorough and sequential Pre-Trip

Inspection

Who Should Attend Any person responsible for driving a CMV to/at work as part of their job.

Learning Objectives Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:• Know and understand the

legislation governing pre-trip inspections

• Identify and apply pre-trip inspection procedures in accordance with applicable standards and regulations when conducting their own Pre-Trip Inspections

• Understand regulations

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam. Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

course overview

All Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) according to their official definition, and attached trailers are to be formally inspected for defects and serviceability at least once every 24 hours. This interactive workshop addresses the requirements for a proper pre-trip inspection, in the context of regulatory compliance and safety.

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Safe Backing

classroom topicsThe training program is a 1 day course.This breaks out to 1/2 day classroom,supported by 1/2 day practical component for the student operator.• Define Preventable Collision• Understand the Policy—Back in,

Drive out• Mirrors—how to use them• When backing• When driving• When using a guide• Steps to make backing safe—

every time• Visibility—what you need to see• Communication• Use of Ground Guides• Guide Positioning• Hand Signals• Signals in Night or Day• Hazards Associated with Ground

Guide

field/Hands-on activitiesThe students will be taken outside forhands-on practice/review on what wastaught during the classroom portion.The trainer will provide constructivefeedback and reinforcement and relatethe training to job requirements.Therefore, the trainee will immediatelybe able to apply their new knowledgeand skills gained in the training sessiondirectly to their job environment.

Evaluation /Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice); oral exam (by instructor). A certificate ofcompletion and a training summaryis provided for each successfulparticipant.

course overview

In this course we will teach you that visibility and communication are the keys to backing. Upon completion you will understand the steps of backing, how to use your mirrors, a ground guide and the steps you should take if you are alone as well as how to signal with a flashlight.

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Safe Backing with trailers

classroom topicsThe training program is a 1 day course.This breaks out to 1/2 day classroom,supported by 1/2 day practical component for the student operator.• Define Preventable Collision• Understand the Policy—Back in,

Drive out• Mirrors—how to use them• When backing• When driving• When using a guide• Steps to make backing safe—

every time• Visibility—what you need to see• Communication• Use of ground guides• Guide positioning• Hand signals• Signals in night or day• Hazards associated with ground

guide

field/Hands-on activitiesThe students will be taken outside forhands-on practice/review on what was taught during the classroom portion. The trainer will provide constructive feedback and reinforcement and relate the training to job requirements.Therefore, the trainee will immediatelybe able to apply their new knowledgeand skills gained in the training sessiondirectly to their job environment.

Evaluation /Documentation Theory test (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

course overview

Anything in reverse is hard to do… even walking backwards is an unnatural movement. Even if you go to driving school very little time is spent going in reverse, because stats show that you don’t do it that often. But you might be surprised at how often collisions — even fatal — occur when backing. And they could all be prevented with training, practice and following the right steps. What changes with backing a trailer? Do you steer the same way? What if it is a short or long trailer… what changes? What if you are alone? What steps can you take if you don’t have a guide? In this course we will teach you that visibility and communication are the keys to backing with trailers. Upon completion you will understand the steps of backing, how to use your mirrors, a ground guide and the steps you should take if you are alone as well as how to signal with a flashlight.

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young & new WorkersProviding a safe working environment and ensuring a safe start when new people come to work for you is not only the right thing to do, it’s the law. The Safety Act includes a general provision requiring employers to ensure their workers have been provided with proper information, instruction and supervision to protect their health and safety while they perform their jobs. While this provision applies to all workers, whether they are new to their job or not, providing the best possible supervision and introduction to safety in the workplace is critical for anyone new on the job. As well, many regulations have specific requirements for training regarding specific hazards or safety precautions.

Heads up!During visits to your workplace, inspectors and compliance officers will be asking you questions about how you ensure the safety of new and young workers. Remember that inspectors may issue orders or tickets when they find that provisions of the Act are not being followed. Below are general topics you’ll be asked questions.

• Is your workplace prepared for new workers?

• Are you ensuring your new workers are ready for work?

• Do you provide orientation to introduce your new workers to your workplace?

• Does your job-specific training ensure that every worker who takes on a new task understands how to perform the work safely?

• Are all new workers, especially young ones, closely supervised?

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Lockout tagout

Who Should Attend Anyone who works with electrical equipment and machinery that will need to be locked out to perform a cleaning, inspection etc.

Learning Objectives After completing this health and safety training session, participants will have acquired the safety knowledge of:• What is a lockout/tagout

procedure (why, when and where they must be used)

• Lockout/tagout accident causes• Additional safeguards that must

be put in place to ensure safety• The proper procedure for

restarting work/re-energizing equipment

• Legislative requirements• Roles and responsibilities of

employers, supervisors and workers.

• The importance of pre-shift inspections and their role in preventing accidents and costly equipment repairs

• The proper use of a written checklist.

Safety Program MethodologyThrough group discussions, case studies and one-on-one instruction, each participant will be able to put into practice what they have learnedin this health and safety trainingsession. Where applicable, practicaltraining will also be completed.

course overview

From time to time, the need will arise to perform maintenance, repairs, cleaning, inspection, or refitting of equipment and machinery. Over the past few decades, hundreds of equipment operators have suffered fatal injuries while performing this type of work. The most common mechanisms of injury were being caught in or between parts of equipment, electrocution, and being struck by or against objects. Most of these accidents can be avoided by providing proper training, and implementing proper lockout/tagout procedures at your facility. We can provide you with training on general lockout/tagout procedures, or we can custom design this program to suit your specific needs.

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WHmiSWORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALSINFORMATION SYSTEM

classroom topics • An introduction to WHMIS• Understanding the supplier’s role• Employer’s obligations under

WHMIS• Your duties as a worker under

WHMIS• Store and transport hazardous

materials safely• Protect yourself and your

environment• How to develop an effective

in-house WHMIS program• Introduction to the Material Safety

Data Sheet System (MSDS)• How to maintain an MSDS System

Learning Objectives This training will enable individuals to:• Understand and correctly state

their responsibilities under WHMIS• Match 8 WHMIS symbols to the

associated hazardous material• Identify the sections of the MSDS

that specifies how to handle the hazardous material

• Identify various types of WHMIS labels

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

course overview

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, known as WHMIS, sets out certain duties and obligations for suppliers, employers and workers on the safe use, storage, disposal and transportation of all hazardous materials being used in the workplace. Under WHMIS Regulations, employers are obligated to educate all their workers on the potential dangers involved with these hazardous products and train them on the necessary steps they should take to protect themselves. Acute or chronic exposure to some chemicalscan cause a long-term occupational illness or even death.

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transportation ofDangerous goods

Who Should AttendPersonnel administering, handling, storing, and transporting dangerous goods.

Learning Objectives The successful completion of this course will enable you to:• Understand TDG responsibilities• Recognize shipping names,

documents• Deal with accidental releases/

emergencies.

Materials Provided Certificate of Training/wallet card, TDG handbook, Competency Check document, sample Dangerous Goods and Shipping Documents Lists, Special Provisions Sample List.


course overview

This 4 hour course is designed to train participants in their responsibilities under the law applicable to the safe handling,storing and transporting the nine classes of dangerous goods. Participants are provided with an overview of the Dangerous Goods Act/Regulations and their application. Topics covered include:• Responsibilities of shipper,

handler, carrier• Shipping names, UN documents• Safety marks, containers• Dealing with accidental releases/emergencies• Applicable regulations/schedules.

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confined Space Safety awareness

Who Should Attend This is designed for all workers who may have to work in or around confined spaces and those in charge of workers entering confined space.

Learning ObjectivesUpon completion of this program the participant will be able to:• Recognize confined spaces in the

work place

• Describe major hazards of confined spaces

• Identify controls required for confined space entry.


course overview

This one day course covers what is a confined space, and the new regulations that apply. Topics covered in detail include:• Changes to regulations, including the definitions of a

“Confined Space”• Hazards of a confined space, and assessment• Employer programs for confined space• Planning for confined space entry• Training and entry permits• PPE and rescue equipment.

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fuel Handling Safety

Learning Objectives Upon the successful completion of this safety training program, participants will have acquired the safety knowledge of:• Legislative requirements• Responsibilities of workplace

parties• Terminology of the fuels handling

industry• Safe fuels handling practices

and use of personal protective equipment

• Recognition of unsafe practices at the fuel pumps

• Inspection of exterior and interior of pump and dispenser

• Emergency response procedures• Procedures for spills or leaks.

Who Should Attend This program has been developed for all workers and vehicle drivers who refuel equipment at the municipal years, marinas or at other remote jobsites.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice) or oral exam (by instructor). A certificate ofcompletion is provided for eachsuccessful participant.

course overview

A person who employs another person as an attendant of a facility or as a driver of a highway tank or mobile refueling tank shall take every reasonable precaution to ensure that the attendant or driver complies with Regulation.

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fall protection

Who Should AttendSafety managers, supervisors, foreman and human resources personnel. Any person using fall protection as part of the every day job criteria.

Learning Objectives At the completion of this health and safety training session, participants will have acquired the safety knowledge of:• Applicable legislation/regulations• Identification and description of

the main fall hazards• Equipment and procedures

needed to protect against falling• Inspection and maintenance of fall

protection equipment (lanyards, harness, etc.)

• Proper identification and application of fall protection controls

• Ladder, scaffolds and powered elevated platform safe working practices.

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam (multiple choice) or oral exam (by instructor). A certificate ofcompletion is provided for eachsuccessful participant.

course overview

This health and safety training session has been designed to teach participants what they need to know to protect themselves and others from falling.

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trenching Safety

classroom topicsThe training program is a 1/2 day(approx. 4 hours) classroom course. The following topics are thoroughly covered:• Soil types• Causes of cave-ins• Protection against cave-ins• Other hazards and safeguards• Emergency procedures• Excavation safety• Shoring vs. sloping• Best practices

Who Should AttendAny person responsible for operating or supervising backhoe/excavator or trenching operations.

Learning Objectives Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:• Know and understand the legislation

governing excavations • Identify common soil type (strength

and stability)• Recognize common causes of and

protection against cave-ins• Recognize other hazards and

safeguards• Set up appropriate emergency

procedures

Evaluation/Documentation Theory exam. Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer willreceive a written operator trainingsummary.

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propane Handling

Who Should Attend This health and safety training session has been developed for all persons who, as part of the duties of their position, handle propane and propane fuelled equipment.

Safety Program Methodology Through group discussions, casestudies and one-on-one instruction,each participant will be able to putinto practice what they have learnedin this health and safety trainingsession. Where applicable, practicaltraining will also be completed.

Evaluation /Documentation Theory test (multiple choice) and/or oral exam (by instructor) and/or practical test (on equipment). Each successful participant will be provided with a certificate of completion.

course overview

Anyone who handles propane fuelled equipment must be the holder of a propane handling certificate. After completing this health and safety training session, participants will have acquired the safety knowledge of:• Legislative requirements• The characteristics of

propane• How propane cylinders work• Propane handling and

storage• Personal protective

equipment requirements with respect to propane

• Emergency response to propane related injuries

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cemetery training

courses available:• Tractor Loader Backhoe• Load Securement• Rigging & Lifting• Excavator• Mower• 3 Ton Flat Bed• Toolcat / Gators• Winter Maintenance Vehicles• Supervisor Training

Learning ObjectivesAll training courses will help ensure operators make better, more informed decisions in every aspect of vehicle

operations. The results of this learning process are improved:• Knowledge and conscientious

attitude regarding operation• Vehicle and attachment



Evaluation/DocumentationTheory exam (multiple choice). Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.

course overview

There is a growing demand from managers and supervisors to not only improve the skills of their operators but also to exercise proper due diligence in making the workplace safer for all employees. All of our training courses have been designed specifically for cemetery equipment operators to meet and exceed these expectations. All courses start with a classroom/theory portion, followed by the practical/hands-on training.

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online training

EquipmEnt SafEty courSES• Forklift Safety• Hand and Power Tool Safety• Indoor Cranes• Lockout/Tagout• Welding, Cutting and Brazing

Safety

HaZarDouS matEriaL courSES• HAZWOPER Awareness• Hazard Communication – MSDS• Hazard Communication

Awareness• Process Safety Management• Toxic Substance Control Act

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pErSonaL protEction courSES• Fall Protection• Hearing Protection• Personal Protective Equipment• Respiratory Protection• Temporary Barricades

gEnEraL SafEty courSES• Asbestos Awareness• Back Safety• Below Grade Safety• Coaching (Videos)• Cold Stress Awareness• Cyber Security Awareness• Driver Safety• Electrical Safety• Electrical Safety Training System

(ESTS) • Fire Extinguishers• Fire Safety Awareness• First Aid• H2S Awareness• Heat Stress Awareness• Incident Investigations• Job Safety Analysis• Job Site Safety• Ladders and Stairways• Leadership (Video)• Leading Teams (Video)• Management (Video)• Office Ergonomics• Office Safety• Permit Required Confined Space• Safety Orientation• Scaffolds, an Overview• Slips, Trips and Falls• Voluntary Protection Program• Workplace Violence and

Harassment• Confined Space Pre-Entry Online

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