Health & Safety

A confined space is a location with limited access, difficult to get into or out of, not intended to be occupied by human beings, may contain a hazardous atmosphere or other recognized safety or health hazards.

This one day course involves identification of confined spaces and hazard identification, evaluation and control. The course reinforces the need for proper pre-planning procedures and provides discussion of rescue methods should the confined space worker be in peril. Content includes confined space identification, entry procedures, SCBA equipment, team member roles and responsibilities, review of rescue techniques, lockout tagout,  and safety equipment.

All OH&S legislation pertaining to confined spaces and SCBA will be covered.  Students should wear durable clothing, as the course includes practical exercises. (coveralls also available).  The course length including the theory and practical session is approximately 6-8 hrs.  All students who complete the course successfully will each receive a personal wallet size certificate.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996 Section 19(1) An employer shall ensure that a worker is trained in all matters that are necessary to protect the health and safety of the worker. 19(2) The training required by subsection (1) must include: 19(2)(a) procedures to be taken in the event of a fire or emergency.

This awareness course is designed for all industrial workers who work at heights, near fall hazards or use fall protection equipment.  This Fall Arrest course includes the following.

• assessing hazards 
• fall arrest systems 
• types of body harness 
• lanyards 
• shock absorbers 
• inertial reels 
• ropes 
• inspection of fall protection equipment. 

Students will spend "hands on" time utilizing fall protection equipment in simulated work environments. Applicable legislation is discussed in class. A manual will be supplied for each student. All students who complete the course successfully will receive a personal wallet size certificate.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996 Section 19(1) An employer shall ensure that a worker is trained in all matters that are necessary to protect the health and safety of the worker. 19(2) The training required by subsection (1) must include: 19(2)(a) procedures to be taken in the event of a fire or emergency.

This course is directed at anyone who undertakes any excavation activity using either powered mechanical or hand equipment. The intent of the program is to provide an awareness of the various safety issues involved in the undertaking of a ground disturbance, as well as the proper procedures that should be followed. Level 2 will cover all aspects of Ground Disturbance, including supervisor’s rights and responsibilities.

Hydrogen Sulfide is an extremely dangerous, naturally occurring gas that can be found in and around many worksites. Become informed about the properties of H2S Alive, its effects on the human body, use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and rescue techniques to ensure you stay "H2S Alive".  The H2S Alive course includes sections on:

• Properties of H2S
• H2S Locations
• Health Hazards
• Initial Response Strategy
• Approved Respiratory Protective Equipment
• Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
• Supplied Air Breathing Apparatus (SABA)
• Pre-Use Inspection of Breathing Apparatus
• Wearing and Operating Breathing Apparatus
• After-Use Inspection of Breathing Apparatus
• Detector Tube Devices
• Operating Detector Tube Devices
• Electronic Monitors
• Rescue Techniques
• Rescue Breathing
• Case Studies

All students who complete the course successfully will each receive a personal wallet size Enform Certificate.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996 Section 19(1) An employer shall ensure that a worker is trained in all matters that are necessary to protect the health and safety of the worker. 19(2) The training required by subsection (1) must include: 19(2)(a) procedures to be taken in the event of a fire or emergency.

Mental health first aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis is resolved.

The current program is offered by our partner, Parkland College.  Complete details are at https://parklandcollege.sk.ca/programs/safety/mentalhealthfirstaid.html.

This course is intended to assist students to prepare to write the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) Limited Power Engineering (Fireman’s Certificate) exam.

Topics include: low pressure heat boilers, fuel and firing equipment, automatic controls, pumps, piping fittings, valves, steam and hot water heating, ventilation, basic electricity, and the Boiler Pressure Vessel Act and Regulations.

Provincial testing is not included – contact the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) at 1-866-530-8599 or https://www.tsask.ca/boiler-pressure-vessels/power-engineers/examination/exam-calendar to book an exam sitting.

This program is intended for those who have taken the Red Cross Standard First Aid/C.P.R. combo course within the past three years and need to renew their certification.

Level C Standard First Aid/CPR/AED includes:

• Adult/child/baby CPR - one rescuer
• Adult/child/baby choking
• Barrier devices/pocket masks
• AED where legislation permits
• Adult/child 2-rescuer CPR

Please bring your current certification to class.  Red Cross does not allow anyone to recertify if the certificate has expired by even 1 day.

This comprehensive program includes instruction on the prevention, recognition and treatment of life-threatening emergencies plus certification in CPR as well as an introduction to AED.

Level C Standard First Aid/CPR/AED includes:

• Adult/child/baby CPR - one rescuer
• Adult/child/baby choking
• Barrier devices/pocket masks
• AED where legislation permits
• Adult/child 2-rescuer CPR

Please note that this is a 20-hour course that generally runs over 2-3 days. Please contact one of our offices to confirm the times for your session.

Every Food Eating Establishment must have a minimum of one certified food handler working at all times, as required under Section 10 of the Saskatchewan Public Eating Establishment Regulations.

The course will cover all aspects of Food Sanitation and results in a national accreditation.

This online course can be completed at your own pace. The course consists of modules that must be fully completed followed by a module test. You will have unlimited attempts at passing the module test and must score 100% to proceed to the next module.

After completing the course, you will have the option to take the exam immediately or later at a convenient time. When taking the exam you must have valid photo ID and a working Webcam. A final grade of 74% is required to successfully pass the exam and be certified.

The Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) program is an interactive, online-training course composed of 13 modules, each focused on a different fundamental aspect of worksite safety.

SCOT is convenient, easy-to-use, easy-to-understand, and is interactive and accessible as the program is available on the web.

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses. Basic computer skills are recommended.

Please contact the Business Development Coordinator to book an appointment:

• Email or phone 306.862.9849

This complete course is designed for supervisors, managers, drivers, handlers and shippers who need to understand TDG regulations. The course fulfills general training estrablished by Transport Canada and teaches the trainee how to be in compliance with regulations and consequently avoid fines for non-compliance.

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses. Basic computer skills are recommended.

Please contact the Business Development Coordinator to book an appointment:

• Email or phone 306.862.9849

This WHMIS course is an effective and interactive way to keep you and your employees up-to-date with WHMIS training requirements. This course meets the needs of both first time and refresher training. A training certificate is issued and emailed to the Account Supervisor upon completion.

The course covers:

•      WHMIS Introduction & Regulations
•      WHMIS Roles & Responsibilities
•      WHMIS Symbols
•      WHMIS Labels
•      Controlled Products
•      MSDS Forms
•      Interactive exercises, tests & certificate

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses.  Please apply online or contact the Business Development Coordinator to book your timeslot for the course.

• Email or phone 306.862.9849