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Construction Safety Officer

The Construction Safety Officer training program is delivered in partnership with Safety Central. 


This program will train students to ensure workers follow a job site's established policies and safety regulations. A Construction Safety Officer may take on additional roles and responsibilities, but their primary job is helping to create safer work sites. They develop, implement, and enforce policies that reduce the risk of accidents. They will also determine what policies are needed and how they will be enforced.


In this program, communication skills are emphasized. Students will learn and practice the ability to record, track and communicate required statistics and due diligence evidence. They will also learn to record site activities and produce reports capable of tracking person hours, injury statistics, site orientations, accident investigations, safety meeting minutes, toolbox talks and risk assessments.


Steve Gordy of Safety Central teaches this course. Steve Gordy has over thirty years of experience in health and safety. He has been a CSO since 2007 and a safety manager for several projects.


He holds several safety designations, including his CRSP. He has developed the CSO program under the guidance of the ASTTBC.

Why Take CSO Training with Us?

  • BC EMA Licensing Board approved
  • High graduation and employment rates
  • Dedicated & knowledgeable instructors
  • Free parking at our location
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Course Information

MODE OF INSTRUCTION: Traditional Instructor-Led (In-class)

COST: $2,000

  • A 50% deposit is required at registration, and the balance is due ten business days before the start of the course.

DURATION:  80 Hour over 10 days (5 consecutive weekdays for 2 weeks)

SCHEDULE:  9:00am to 5:00pm

DATES OFFERED*:

  • Mar 4-15 (FULL)


*Note: these dates/schedules are subject to change. Some dates will differ from regular schedule due to availability of specialized instructor and/or equipment


ACCREDITATION: New certification or expired certification


PREREQUISITES:  

  • 19 years of age
  • A strong command of written and spoken English
  • One year of experience on a construction job site (Recommended but not required)


COURSE CONTENT:

Week 1

  • Building Bylaws
  • Workers Compensation Act
  • Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
  • BC Fire Code
  • Responsibilities of all parties are discussed, and prevention activities to meet the duties of responsible persons are explained,
    • Health and Safety Programs
    • Conducting Risk Assessments
    • Writing Safe Work Procedures
    • Instructing and Training
    • New and Young Worker Orientations
    • Performing Site Inspections
    • Managing Injury Reports
    • Accident Investigations


Week 2

  • Confined Space Procedures
  • De-energization and Lockout
  • Excavations and Shoring
  • Fall Protection
  • Concrete Construction
  • Electrical Safety
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Traffic Control
  • Emergency Response Planning


MATERIALS INCLUDED:

  • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Reference Text (digital)
  • Digital EMR Workbook
  • Pocket Mask
  • Safety Glasses


* Students may choose to purchase a hard copy of the textbook for $125.00 plus GST


REQUIREMENTS:

  • Successfully demonstrate skills and critical steps
  • A minimum score of 75% on written knowledge evaluation
  • Successfully complete two evaluated scenarios (one each, medical and trauma)
  • Attend and participate in 100% of the course

 

ASSESSMENTS:

Successful completion of the course is based on the following:

  • Mandatory 100% attendance
  • 8 short written assessments conducted throughout the course
  • 2 practical assessment scenarios completed on day 10, or within 30 days of course completion


COUSRE EXPECTATIONS:

  • 100% attendance is mandatory. Lateness will not be tolerated.
  • Completion of approx. 40 hours of pre-reading materials prior to the first day of class. We will give you access to the materials upon sign-up of the course.
  • Respect - for each other, the instructor, the facility, and the equipment.
  • Professionalism - you are expected to demonstrate the same level of professionalism as would be expected of any EMS personnel.
  • All assignments, skills and exams must completed on time, scoring at least 75% on all components.
  • Student must complete the licensing requirements with the BC EMA Licensing Board within 1 year of EMR course completion.

 

CERTIFICATION:

Upon successfully completing this program, students will receive a Construction Safety Officer Certificate from Safety Central, which has written and developed this program. This program is recognized by the Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC).



Certification

Upon successfully completing this program, students will receive a Construction Safety Officer Certificate from Safety Central, which has written and developed this program. This program is recognized by the Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC).

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About Powell River First Aid Training

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We offer a variety of vocational programmes, including basic first aid, pre-hospital patient care, babysitter's and child care first aid, and construction safety.

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We have at least four scheduled courses per month to fit into your schedule. Our small class size ensures that individual attention is given to each student. 


For individuals or organizations looking to enroll your members into a scheduled course, please on the link below to sign up for Construction Safety Officer Training.

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We are happy to provide private training to your group of 10 or more participants. Our trainers will work with you to find a date and time that is suitable to your group. To sign up for a private group training to become a Construction Safety Officer, please click on the link below.

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At Powell River First Aid Training, our mission is to provide students with hands-on training and practical skills to succeed in their chosen careers.

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Our instructors are industry professionals with years of experience in their fields. They bring real-world knowledge and expertise to the classroom.

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TBC

Construction Safety Officer

9:30am

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5:30pm

Town Centre Mall, 7100 Alberni St, Powell River

Event Details

TBC

Construction Safety Officer

95-hour course

9:30am

-

5:30pm

Town Centre Mall, 7100 Alberni St, Powell River

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