WORKING AT HEIGHTS: Fundamentals of Fall Protection IHSA
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105 Fourth Street, Midland, On L4r 3s9 |
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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As of April 1, 2015, employers must ensure that certain workers complete a Working At Heights training program that has been approved by the Chief Prevention Officer and delivered by an approved Training Instructor before they can work at heights on a construction site or project. The training requirement is for workers on construction projects who use any of the following methods of fall protection: travel restraint systems, fall restricting systems, fall arrest systems, safety nets, work belts or safety belts, and/or equipment that gets them at heights such as ladders and elevated lift platforms. This includes roofers, window installers, electricians, framers, masonry workers, and all others on the construction site or project who are at heights.
There is a transition period for workers who, prior to April 1, 2015, met the fall protection training requirements set out in subsection 26.2(1) of the Construction Projects Regulation. These workers will have until April 1, 2017 to complete an approved working at heights training program such as this IHSA’s Working At Heights: Fundamentals of Fall Protection course.
Course Requirements: Bring a hard hat, safety glasses, and CSA-approved footwear.
Certificates: Upon successful completion of the course, candidates are issued a temporary card which remains valid until their card from the Ministry of Labour is received in the mail. Certifications are valid for 3 years from successful completion of the course.
Dates: September 22, 2016
Times: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: MIDLAND – First For Safety training facility, 105 Fourth Street, Midland, ON L4R 3S9
Cost: $195 + HST;
TO REGISTER: Please contact Jennifer at 705-526-3853 or by email jennifer@firstforsafety.ca to register for a course. Please note, payment is required to confirm your registration.
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jennifer@firstforsafety.ca
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http://www.firstforsafety...
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