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In-Person Joint Health & Safety Committee Training for British Columbia (JHSC) Training

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CA$249*
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CREDENTIAL

Certification Card

3-Year Validity

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LOCATION

Vancouver, BC

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DURATION

Approx. 8-9 hours

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CLASS SIZE

Max. 12 participants

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PREREQUISITES

  • English CLB 7
  • See details below

Course Description

This in-person course equips participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in health and safety regulations, the responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) members, and workplace safety management processes. Participants will engage in interactive learning through real-life scenarios, team activities, and practical applications. By the end, participants will be confident in understanding legislation, conducting inspections, and making effective safety recommendations in the workplace. 

Course Outline

Introduction to Legislation 

This module introduces participants to key occupational health and safety legislation, exploring relevant acts and regulations. A research quiz is included to help participants engage with critical sections of the OHS regulations.

Duties and Functions of JHSC Members 

Participants will explore the core duties and functions of JHSC members through real-life scenarios and practice questions. The module covers selecting JHSC members, reporting responsibilities, and team activities for developing procedural rules. 

Refusal of Unsafe Work 

This module explains the legal process and rights surrounding the refusal of unsafe work. Participants engage with scenarios and checkpoint questions to ensure they understand the refusal process and its implementation. 

Duty to Consult 

Focusing on the duty to consult, participants will complete research tasks on WorkSafeBC guidelines, followed by discussions on applying these principles in the workplace. 

Effective Communication 

This module emphasizes the role of communication in safety management. Participants will complete communication surveys, learn effective communication strategies, and practice through team activities like recording meeting minutes. 

Conducting Inspections 

Participants will gain hands-on experience in conducting workplace inspections. Using checklists and report templates, they will practice identifying hazards and documenting inspection findings in a collaborative team setting. 

Making Safety Recommendations 

In the final module, participants will learn how to make effective safety recommendations by working through scenarios, such as addressing paint vapor hazards. The module includes a focus on the hierarchy of controls and practical decision-making to ensure workplace safety improvements. 

Admission

English CLB 7

Reviews & Summary

*Price quoted are in Canadian funds, per person, per registration, and does not include any applicable taxes. Subject to change without prior notice.

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