Occupational Health and Safety

All of the courses listed below are also available on a contract basis. If you would like one of these courses offered in your worksite please contact Safety Services Newfoundland Labrador at (709) 754-0210.

Available Courses

This course outlines the basic components of an accident investigation. During this interactive session, participants will define key terms and discuss the accident investigation process. The participants will be encouraged to participate in group discussions and exercises, including an accident investigation case study. Some of the topics covered include: definitions, legislative requirements, planning for investigations, steps in an accident investigation and preparing a report.

Canada Labour Code Part II (1 Day) $135.00
Member Price $110.00

This course outlines the main components of the Canada Labour Code (CLC) Part II. During this interactive session, participants will review regulations as well as gain an understanding of their rights and responsibilities. During the course the participants will be encouraged to participate in group discussions and exercises. Some of the topics covered include: what is the Canada Labour Code Part II, how to read the code, duties of employees and employers, internal complaint resolution, right to refuse, health and safety committees, health and safety representatives, permanent structures; temporary structures and excavations, electrical safety, hazardous substances, materials handling, confined spaces, hazardous occurrence investigation; recording and reporting, and first aid.

Confined Space Entrant / Attendant Course (1 Day) $195.00
Member Price $180.00

St. John's     Dates: TBA     Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Did you know that YOUR workplace could have several confined spaces requiring controlled entry? Most larger buildings and construction sites have at least one or two. Workers must be trained in the proper recognition, procedures and equipment necessary to safely enter and work in these confined spaces. This one-day program begins with a thorough examination of the definitions of a confined space and the legislation that governs their safe entry. Confined Space Entrants and Attendants learn their respective roles through a discussion of confined space hazards, exposure limits, confined space preparation and safe work procedures. The program also includes a substantial “hands-on” component through the demonstration and use of various confined space entry, testing and rescue equipment.
Instructor: Stephen Pike, Hightek Safety 

Defensive Driving Course (1 Day) $135.00
Member Price $110.00

This course teaches drivers to avoid collisions in spite of adverse conditions and the actions of others. It meets the need for today's complex traffic environment. Ideally suited for organizations with company vehicles and / or staff that travel highways frequently.

Driver Award Program $25.00 per driver
Member Price $20.00
Award your drivers for years of safe driving by presenting them with a Transportation Safety Association award pin and certificate, signifying their number of years driving without accidents.

St. John's     Date: Upon request   

The Return to Work course focuses on showing you how to develop effective return to work planning. This will help you work within your organization to create a safer workplace and develop return to work practices which can lead to financial incentives for employers.

Fall Protection Course (1 Day) $195.00
Member Price $180.00

St. John's     Dates: July 4, 2008     Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

This 8 hour course is designed for any worker who has to work at height and utilize fall protection. Beginning with a thorough discussion of the legal requirements for fall protection and the hierarchy of system selection, the course focuses on establishing working solutions for fall hazards. Through several hands-on exercises, workers discuss and learn proper selection, usage, limitations, maintenance and daily inspection of Personal Fall Arrest Systems. Finally, the program provides an introduction to specialized fall protection systems such as self-retracting, vertical and horizontal lifelines as well as underlining the importance of fall arrest rescue planning. Instructor: Stephen Pike, Hightek Safety

Flagperson  - Traffic Control Person Training (2 hours) $ 60.00

Member Price $50.00

St. John's     Date: TBA

The Flagperson - Traffic Control training program is a two-hour intensive training program that includes a workbook, video, practical exercises, and demonstrations concerning required dress and necessary equipment for the day and night. The lecture includes how to prepare for each job; daily site checks; proper location; signaling techniques, and your rights under the law.

Forklift Operator Safety Course (1 Day) $150.00
Member Price $125.00

St. John's     Dates:  July 17, 2008 (FULL)     August 12, 2008     Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

OH&S Committee / Worker Health and Safety Representative / Designate Certification Training

Certification Training (OH&S Committees) $230.00
Member Price $200.00

St. John's     Dates: July 8-9, 2008     August 18-19, 2008

Corner Brook    Dates: TBA     Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Who must be trained?
Entire Committee if you have 50 or more employees.
Co-Chairpersons (Manager & Worker) if you have between 10 to 49 employees. 

Five Modules:

1. Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety
2. Legislation
3. Occupational Health and Safety Committees
4. Hazard Recognition, Evaluation and Control
5. Workplace Inspections

Certification Training (WH&S Representatives / Designates) $170.00
Member price $150.00

Corner Brook    Date: TBA    Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm Day 1; 8:30am - noon Day 2

Professional Driver Improvement Course (1 Day) $135.00
Member Price $110.00

St. John's     Date: Upon Request     Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

This program is designed especially for professional drivers with the objective of improving their defensive driving techniques. This course will show your drivers how to avoid potentially dangerous situations.

NEW     Risk Assessment / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) (1 Day) $135.00
Member Price $110.00

St. John's     Dates: August 11, 2008     Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Corner Brook     Date: TBA

This one day Risk Assessment / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) course will provide participants the skills to identify hazards in their workplace, analyze risk and determine the most effective hazard controls. Taking this process to the next level, attendees will learn how to conduct an effective JHA, adopt risk assessment principles to the process, and then learn how to translate these JHAs into safe work procedures.

Soft Tissue Injury Prevention (1/2 Day) $80.00
Member Price $60.00

St. John's     Date: Upon Request     Time: 9:00am - noon

Did you know that back injuries cost employers millions of dollars every year? They account for approximately one third of all workplace injuries and 40 to 60 percent of the total injury cost. The Soft Tissue / Back Injury Prevention Program teaches the basic anatomy, the importance of good mechanics, lifting techniques and posture. It also teaches you preventative measures and how to avoid painful back injuries.

NEW     Supervisor Safety Course (2 days) $550.00
Member Price $450.00

St. John's     Date: TBA    Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Our 2 day Supervisor Safety Course is designed to enable supervisors and team leaders to take a practical, systematic approach to managing health and safety. Its goal is to help supervisors and team leaders fill their key role by making them both willing and able to manage prevention instead of reacting to accidents. Far too often people are promoted or placed in supervisory positions without specific training on how to effectively supervise health and safety in today's hectic workplace. This course will help you do that.

Topics covered include:
1. Understanding Legislative Requirements
2. Time Management – Making time for Safety

3. Effective Communication
4. Coaching and Feedback
5. Performing a Job Hazard Analysis / Risk Assessment
6. Workplace Inspections
7. Accident / Incident Investigations
8. Managing Special Compliance Concerns

Transportation of Dangerous Goods - TDG Clear Language Edition $135.00
Member Price $110.00  

St. John's     Dates: Upon request