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Auditor Training
Course length: 2 Days
Prerequisite(s): Health and Safety Management System
Cost: $100.00 for members / $150.00 for non-members
Course Description
The main objective of the auditor training is to enable the participants to plan, conduct, complete and submit audits under the Partners in Injury Reduction (PIR) program. The audits must meet the requirements of the Partnerships audit protocol, which is used under the PIR program to determine eligibility for a Certificate of Recognition (COR).
This course uses a blend of active lecture and practical components to provide:
- Background information on the Partners in Injury Reduction and Certificate of Recognition programs.
- An understanding what an audit is and the reasons for an audit.
- Eight elements of health and safety management systems.
- A review of applicable legislation.
- Auditor certification and maintenance requirements.
- Familiarization with auditor responsibilities and Code of Ethics.
- Introduction to the complete audit instrument package.
- Detailed familiarization with the steps in planning, conducting and completing the audit.
- Information on the preparation of the audit report.
- Submission requirements for the audit report.
- Expectations and quality assurance of the CCSA.
* The auditor training course hosted by the CCSA requires a student to successfully pass the Health and Safety Management Systems (Program Building) course. Credit cannot be granted in the Auditor Training course without the successful completion of the H&SMS prerequisite. Contact the CCSA office if you require more information.
April 3-4, 2012 Ticket Information: Location: Calgary, AB
April 11-12, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
October 10-11, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
October 16-17, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
Hazard Assessment & Control - Train the Trainer
Course Length: 1 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Course Description
This course instructs participants on facilitation basics including: Instructor preparation, introductory comments, how to set up the workshop exercises and key points to introduce.
In addition, this course provides an opportunity to review the workshop content which includes: a comprehensive overview of the methods of hazard identification and assessment and how to effectively control workplace hazards.
Finally, this course provides an opportunity for participants to present some of the workshop content in a safe learning environment and receive peer feedback. We hope to provide the participants with the knowledge and confidence required to deliver the workshop content to co-workers in their facilities.
Additionally, participants are provided with the tools required to deliver the workshop content, including: the participant manual, the workshop PowerPoint presentation and sample forms and policies.
Purpose
Hazard Assessment and Control Train-the-Trainer is beneficial to those individuals who are responsible for delivering health and safety training programs in your facility.
Exercises
By providing a combination of class-room instruction, student participation, course work and presentation practice, we are able to provide a complete understanding of the requirements for delivering an effective Hazard Assessment and Control training program.
In addition to the exercises included in the workshop content, activities designed specifically for the train-the-trainer course have been added to provide participants with the background information required to answer any question that may be asked during the delivery of the content workshop.
August 28, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
August 30, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
Hazard Assessment & Control Workshop
Workshop Length: 1/2 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Workshop Description
Hazard assessment and control is one of the most important core concepts of occupational health and safety programs. Identification, evaluation, and control of hazards are the basis of maintaining a health and safe work environment.
This course uses a blend of active lecture and practical components. Participants will be challenged to think analytically and abstractly regarding potential workplace hazards. This is designed to help participants make this course personal to their facility and thus, facilitate the application of Hazard Assessment and Control mechanisms.
May 7, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
May 15 , 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
July 3, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Medicine Hat, AB
July 16, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Grande Prairie, AB
November 13, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
November 20, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
Health And Safety Management Systems
Course length: 2 Days
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $100.00 for members / $150.00 for non-members
Course Description
A Health and Safety Management System is a comprehensive approach to health and safety that involves both management and workers, and identifies problem areas and potential solutions. It is an in-depth look at all aspects of company operations from a health and safety standpoint. This program assists workplaces to view their health and safety management system as in integral part of their management and operational functions.
Purpose
To identify and control health and safety risks, provide a basis for action, and assist in productivity maximization for the organizational resources.
Topics Covered
- Management leadership and commitment
- Hazard identification and assessment
- Hazard control
- Ongoing inspections
- Qualifications, orientation and training
- Emergency response
- Accident and incident investigation
- Program administration
Exercises
Throughout the two days, you will be challenged to think objectively about the elements of a health and safety management system and relate them to your organization. In this way, we will be able to personalize this course for your situation or organization.
September 11-12, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
September 18-19, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
Incident Investigation - Train the Trainer
Course Length: 1 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Course Description
This course instructs participants on facilitation basics including: Instructor preparation, introductory comments, how to set up the workshop exercises and key points to introduce.
In addition, this course provides an opportunity to review the workshop content which includes: the proper ways to assess the root cause of incidents, and how to prevent them from re-occurring.
Finally, this course provides an opportunity for participants to present some of the workshop content in a safe learning environment and receive peer feedback. We hope to provide the participants with the knowledge and confidence required to deliver the workshop content to co-workers in their facilities.
Additionally, participants are provided with the tools required to deliver the workshop content, including: the participant manual, the workshop PowerPoint presentation and sample forms and policies.
Exercises
By providing a combination of class-room instruction, student participation, course work and presentation practice, we are able to provide a complete understanding of the requirements for delivering an effective Incident Investigation training program.
In addition to the exercises included in the workshop content, activities designed specifically for the train-the-trainer course have been added to provide participants with the background information required to answer any question that may be asked during the delivery of the content workshop.
April 17, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB CANCELLED
April 24, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB CANCELLED
October 18, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
October 25, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
Incident Investigation Workshop
Workshop length: 1/2 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Workshop Description
Training in Incident Investigation is beneficial to employees at all organizational levels, as it aides in the future reduction of workplace injuries and incidents by assessing root cause when all attempts at hazard assessment and control have failed to prevent an incident.
Participants receive classroom-based instruction on the proper ways to assess the root cause of incidents and to prevent incidents from reoccurring. Throughout the workshop, participants will be challenged to think analytically and abstractly regarding the investigation of incidents in the workplace with a focus on reducing (or eliminating) the potential for reoccurrences of incidents and for the overall prevention of workplace incidents in general.
May 8, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
May 16, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
July 4, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Medicine Hat, AB
July 17, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Grande Prairie, AB
November 14, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
November 21, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
Joint Worksite Health & Safety Committee
Course Length: 1/2 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Course Description
Participants receive classroom based instruction on development of a Joint Worksite Health and Safety Committee.
Purpose
By establishing a committee in your workplace, the management and workers are making a commitment to improve health and safety culture. Many health and safety concerns can be resolved immediately in the course of daily work. These committees should involve people from all levels of the organization; cooperative involvement ensures everything possible is done to minimize health and safety hazards.
Topics Covered
- Defining Joint Work Site Health and Safety Committee
- Understand benefits of one
- Know who should join committee
- Identify roles and responsibilities
- Learn to conduct effective meetings
- Develop reference terms
- Document activities of Committee
Exercises
Participants receive classroom-based instruction on development of a Joint Worksite Health and Safety Committee. Tools required for implementation are also provided.
Course dates to be announced.
Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention (MIP) Program
Manual Materials Handling (MMH) Workshop length: 1/2 Day
Safe Resident Handling (SRH) Workshop length: 1/2 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
**Note: If both MMH and SRH are taken together as a full (1) day course, the cost will be $100.00 for members / $150.00 for non-members.
Course Description
The MIP Program was designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to be able to transfer information, processes, and procedures contained within to the various Long Term Care facilities throughout Alberta.
Purpose
The purpose of the course is to assist CCSA and Alberta Long Term Care facilities in achieving the following:
Reduce the frequency and severity of musculoskeletal injuriesReduce costsUpdate industry programsProvide a framework for program development for facilities currently struggling in this areaIdentify specific MIP issue needs and painsReview and deal with patient care issues during repositioning and transferring
Topics Covered
- Introduction to Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention
- Manual Materials Handling
- Resident Mobility Assessment
- Safe Resident Handling Techniques
Exercises
You will be challenged to think analytically and abstractly regarding various aspects of the work environment that may lead to potential hazard, harm or loss.
This course is offered on a request basis. Please contact the CCSA for further information.
Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention - Train the Trainer
Course Length: 2 Days
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $100.00 for members / $150.00 for non-members
Course Description
This course instructs participants on facilitation basics including: instructor preparation, introductory comments, how to set up the workshop exercises and key points to introduce.
In addition, this course provides a hands-on opportunity to review the workshop content which includes: your job your body, the principles of safe lifting, safe resident handling, performing and communicating resident mobility assessments and safe manual materials handling.
Finally, this course provides an opportunity for participants to present some of the workshop content in a safe learning environment and receive peer feedback. We hope to provide the participants with the knowledge and confidence required to deliver the workshop content to co-workers in their facilities.
Additionally, participants are provided with the tools required to deliver the workshop content, including: the participant manual, the workshop PowerPoint presentation and sample forms and policies.
Purpose
Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention Train-the-Trainer is beneficial to those individuals who are responsible for delivering health and safety training programs in your facility.
Exercises
By providing a combination of class-room instruction, student participation, course work and presentation practice, we are able to provide a complete understanding of the requirements for delivering an effective Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention training program. The most important component is the opportunity to practice the safe lifting/handling techniques and receive immediate feedback in a safe learning environment.
This course is offered on a request basis. Please contact the CCSA for further information.
May 23-24, 2012 Ticket information; Location: Edmonton
June 19-20, 2012 Ticket information; Location: Lethbridge
June 26-27, 2012 Ticket information; Location: Lethbridge
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) - Train the Trainer
Course Length: 1 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Course Description
This course instructs participants on facilitation basics including: Instructor preparation, introductory comments, how to set up the workshop exercises and key points to introduce.
In addition, this course provides an opportunity to review the workshop content which includes: the identification, handling, and use of hazardous and potentially dangerous materials in the workplace.
Finally, this course provides an opportunity for participants to present some of the workshop content in a safe learning environment and receive peer feedback. We hope to provide the participants with the knowledge and confidence required to deliver the workshop content to co-workers in their facilities.
Additionally, participants are provided with the tools required to deliver the workshop content, including: the participant manual, the workshop PowerPoint presentation, and sample forms and policies.
Purpose
WHMIS Train-the-Trainer is beneficial to those individuals who are responsible for delivering health and safety training programs in your facility.
Exercises
By providing a combination of class-room instruction, student participation, course work and presentation practice, we are able to provide a complete understanding of the requirements for delivering an effective WHMIS training program.
Course dates to be announced.
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Workshop
Workshop Length: 1/2 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Workshop Description
This course instructs participants on the identification, handling, and use of hazardous and potentially dangerous materials in the workplace. We hope to:
- Increase awareness of WHMIS basics
- Increase familiarity with hazardous material impact on worker safety
- Teach students how to properly read and understand WHMIS labels
- Reference Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
- Implement and maintain a WHMIS program in the workplace
Purpose
WHMIS training is beneficial to all employees, as it aids in the reduction of injuries and incidents.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to EHMIS
- Hazards
- Education
- Classification
- Labels
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- Putting WHMIS to work for you
Exercises
By providing a combination of class-room instruction, student participation and course work, we are able to provide a complete understanding of WHMIS programs and policies to the participant.
May 9, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary
May 31, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton
November 1, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton
November 22, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary
Workplace Inspections - Train the Trainer
Course Length: 1 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Course Description
This course instructs participants on facilitation basics including: Instructor preparation, introductory comments, how to set up the workshop exercises and key points to introduce.
In addition, this course provides an opportunity to review the workshop content which includes: types of workplace inspections, how to prepare for a workplace inspection, conducting a workplace inspection and corrective action and follow up.
Finally, this course provides an opportunity for participants to present some of the workshop content in a safe learning environment and receive peer feedback. We hope to provide the participants with the knowledge and confidence required to deliver the workshop content to co-workers in their facilities.
Additionally, participants are provided with the tools required to deliver the workshop content, including: the participant manual, the workshop PowerPoint presentation and sample forms and policies.
Purpose
Workplace Inspections Train-the-Trainer is beneficial to those individuals who are responsible for delivering health and safety training programs in your facility.
Exercises
By providing a combination of class-room instruction, student participation, course work and presentation practice, we are able to provide a complete understanding of the requirements for delivering an effective Workplace Inspections training program.
In addition to the exercises included in the workshop content, activities designed specifically for the train-the-trainer course have been added to provide participants with the background information required to answer any question that may be asked during the delivery of the content workshop.
September 13, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
September 20, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
Workplace Inspections Workshop
Workshop Length: 1/2 Day
Prerequisite(s): None
Cost: $50.00 for members / $75.00 for non-members
Workshop Description
Workplace inspections are a follow-up to the processes of hazard identification, assessment and control, and should be performed on a regular basis. This course will illustrate how an effective inspection program is essential to workplace health and safety. We provide comprehensive overviews of the methods if conducting workplace inspections, and provide any tools required to implement regular workplace inspections.
Purpose
A work place inspection is a "fact finding mission", rather than a fault finding exercise. The purpose of this workshop is to identify and correct unsafe acts and conditions to protect the health and safety of workers and prevent equipment and property damage.
Topics Covered
Inspection definitionTypes of inspectionsInspection preparationConducting a workplace inspectionInspection findings reportingCorrective action and follow-up
Exercises
You will be challenged to think analytically and abstractly regarding various aspects of the work environment that may lead to potential hazard, harm or loss.
May 8, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
May 15, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
July 4, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Medicine Hat, AB
July 17, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Grande Prairie, AB
November 13, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Edmonton, AB
November 21, 2012 Ticket Information; Location: Calgary, AB
