Member-only Programs

General Courses
Equipment Courses
Certifications
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General Courses

WHMIS 2015
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada’s national hazard communication standard. Sign up for ONLINE WHMIS 2015
HEALTH / SAFETY AWARENESS
Worker Health and Safety Awareness program from Ministry of Labour. Sign up using links below:
4-step worker program | 5-step supervisor program
AODA
Online workplace violence and harassment training. Click here to access resources.
LinkedIN Learning
Upgrade your skills on-line. From AutoCAD to Blueprints to LEED certification and more. Contact Merissa Preston via email m.preston@liuna506training.ca
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Confined Space Awareness

Upon completion of 6 hours theory session, participants will be able to identify confined spaces and demonstrate knowledge of legislative requirements and general procedures for confined space entry.

Hoisting and Rigging Awareness

This 2-day awareness program is divided into five modules (theory and practical) where the participants will be performing rigging by simulating load connections and using proper hardware. 

Propane Safety

This full day course is provides information and practical skills necessary for workers to be able to safely connect, activate, and disconnect heaters, torches and propane-powered equipment up to 400,000 Btu/h.

Oxy/Fuel Torch Cutting

Pre-requisition: Propane Safety.
This 2-day program includes theory (4-6 hours) as well as practical exercises (6-8 hours) where participants will be learning how to cut metal safely and effectively.

Traffic Control

Upon completion of this ½ day course, participants will be able to demonstrate knowledge of vehicle traffic hazards, establish effective procedures, and identify control options.

Safety Officer Certification

This certification testing/examination is done through the IHSA. Please see, NCSO Reference Guide for the list of courses to complete (note that some of those courses are offered at the Training Centre).
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Equipment Courses

Elevating Work Platforms

In our interactive 1-day course, participants will learn the essential principles involved in the safe operation of an Elevating Work Platform (includes Scissor lift and Boom lift). These principles include the following:

  • The manufacturer’s instruction
  • Instruction in load limitations
  • Instruction in, and a hands-on demonstration of the proper use of all controls
  • Instruction in the limitations on the kinds of surfaces on which it is designed to be used

Forklift

In our interactive 4-day program, participants will learn the essential principles involved in the safe operation of a lift truck. These principles include the following.

  • Understanding the limitations that affect truck stability and safe loading criteria
  • Recognizing the hazards ahead of time that present a risk to yourself and those around the truck
  • Understanding the fundamentals of handling high-risk loads
  • Knowing the legal responsibilities associated with lift trucks

Compact (Mini) Excavator

In our interactive 5-day course, participants will learn the essential principles involved in the safe operation of a compact excavator. These principles include the following:

  • Apply accident prevention principles, practices and techniques to ensure safe, injury-free work experience
  • Understand various techniques, terminology and methods associated with the safe operation and maintenance of mini excavator
  • Describe and perform excavator operator duties and responsibilities such as pre-operational checks and maintenance procedures.
  • Perform basic operating procedures and maneuvers

Skid Steer

In our interactive 3-day program, participants will learn the essential principles involved in the safe operation of a skid steer. These principles include the following:

  • Apply accident prevention principles, practices and techniques to ensure safe, injury free work experience
  • Understand various techniques, terminology and methods associated with the safe operation and maintenance of skid steer loader
  • Describe and perform skid steer operator – duties and responsibilities such as pre-operational checks and maintenance procedures
  • Perform basic operating procedures and maneuvers
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Certifications

IMPORTANT!
Certification courses are for EXPERIENCED OPERATORS only (minimum 1000 operating hours required).

In order to qualify for a Certification, you MUST provide proof of operator competency in advance for any of the courses below by presenting an Operator Competence letter authorized by a competent Supervisor (as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act Section 1, Subsection 1).

For GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, download the Operator Competence Letter here

For DEMOLITION, download the Operator Competence Letter here

Please review instructions in the letter carefully.
Course Duration Location
Forklift Class 4/5

Counterbalance Class 7 (Rough Terrain)
(a) Vertical Mast
(b) Tele-Handler (Variable Reach) 		1 -2 days each 506
Elevated Work Platform - Scissor Lift & Boom Lift 1 day 506
Mini Excavator - must already have Skid Steer training 1 day 506
Skid Steer 1 day 506
Torch-cutting 1 day 506
Demolition Equipment --- upon employer request; member must already have operating experience 1 day On-site


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