WORKSAFELY® TRAINING UPDATE
The Manitoba Heavy Construction Association’s office remains closed to the public with the exception of scheduled meetings, training and events. Staff are present for curbside pick-up or drop-off. Please call 204-947-1379.
*Masks must be worn while in the building as well as proof of full COVID-19 vaccine status must be provided.
WORKSAFELY® is offering live, web-based training (Zoom) as well as in-class training (3-1680 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg, MB). We are prepared to deliver needed training on-site in your workplace provided appropriate precautions are taken to minimize the risks COVID-19 presents.
For more information and to discuss training options, please contact Kristen Ranson at 204-330-3520 or email kristen@mhca.mb.ca.
If your company is scheduled for an external audit please contact your regional safety advisor.
Training
WORKSAFELY® offers a variety of safety training that supports the COR® program. Training can be tailored to individual company needs and delivered in-class or at the company’s site.
Please note that prepayment is required for all training. Please complete a Training Prepayment Form.
Upcoming training Courses
Excavating & Trenching
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April 11, 2024
Cost: $84.00 – WCB Rate Code 407/408 or MHCA Members
Non-members $183.75
This half-day course is designed for those individuals who are planning, supervising or doing the work. Safety of the workforce is the primary goal.
After completing the course, you should be able to:
- Recognize the hazards associated with trenching and excavating and how to control them by administrative, engineering or personal protective measures.
- Know how to contact MB Hydro and other utility line owners for locates.
- Be able to refer to the applicable legislation regarding trenching and excavating.
- Know what type of protective structure (shoring) will work to protect your workers.
- Know how to determine if the excavation/trench is a confined space and what precautions to take.
- Be able to recognize soil changes in trenches/excavation.
*Please note that prepayment is required for all training. To register please complete a Training Prepayment Form.
If you have any questions please contact Kristen Ranson at kristen@mhca.mb.ca or 204-594-9056
UPCOMING COURSES LIST
- May 21, 2024 – Train the Trainer - Facilitation Skills
- May 22, 2024 – May 23, 2024 – Traffic Control Coordinator
- May 27, 2024 – May 28, 2024 – COR® Leadership for Safety Excellence
- May 29, 2024 – COR® Principles of Health & Safety Management
- May 30, 2024 – May 31, 2024 – COR® Auditor
- June 3, 2024 – Flagperson (with Practical Evaluation)
