2020 Learning and Development Catalogue.pub

 Understand soil mechanics and soil classifi- cation as well as the effects of water on soil  Determine hazards and identify courses of action through effective pre-planning  Understand terminology and preventative measures (Sloping and Benching)  Read and understand manufactured shoring Tabulated data (Engineer Specifications) and site specific applications of tab data  Identify the various types of shoring and the applications for each system A Certificate of Completion will be awarded. It is recommended to take this course every 3 years.

ASBESTOS, LEAD, MOULD AND SILICA AWARENESS The work performed by public works staff (especially Water and Sewer workers) that could be exposed to a variety of hazards. Exposure to some toxic substances could be life-threatening. All workers must be aware of the potential haz- ards, and understand and follow the controls necessary to prevent exposure. After completion of this half day course, partici- pants will be able to:  Understand the health hazards and routes of entry associated with exposure to asbestos, lead, mould and silica  Complete a field-level risk assessment for ex- posure to these hazards  Understand the Hierarchy of Controls to be followed to determine the most effective method of preventing exposure  Identify appropriate procedures and personal protective equipment to prevent exposure This course is meant to help you understand the precautions that must be taken when cleaning up and disposing of materials containing asbes- tos, mould and/or silica.

Feb 5 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

APPLIED FIELD PRACTICE (SET)

The Applied Field Practice (AFP) Program is de- signed to allow participants to engage the theo- ry of the BCMSA SET (Shoring and Excavation Training) Program in a controlled outside exca- vation environment.

The session is designed to introduce each type of equipment the organization may utilize with an actual example of each system present.

April 28 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Operations Register Me

The hands on portion for the attendees covers the following: Choosing the correct system; Pre- job equipment inspection; Soil analysis and preparation; Installation; Backfilling a system; Blocking and bracing a system; End shoring utili- zation and installation; Sloping and benching requirements; Access and egress; Monitoring the trench line and Removal of systems.

During the AFP the attendees will receive guid- ance and will conduct a full set of exercises on the type of equipment being installed.

Feb 6

7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Operations Register Me

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