Instructor Led Training

The SCSA remains the trusted safety partner of the Saskatchewan construction industry since 1995. Experienced SCSA instructors deliver construction safety training either in person or online. Courses are interactive with discussions, questions and group activities. Learners receive digital manuals and resources from course materials developed by industry professionals.

Member pricing for instructor led courses is $50 per day. All courses conclude with a digital/printable certificate and access to permanent training records through epassport.

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Aerial Work Platform Safety Awareness

To operate Aerial Work Platforms in Saskatchewan, workers need to complete 16 hours of combined theory and practical training in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. This course accounts for four hours towards training. Alone, this course does not certify individuals to operate an aerial work platform.

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	Description This half-day course is designed for supervisors of employees using Aerial Work Platforms and workers wanting to complete the classroom training component required by provincial legislation. The course covers principles of safe operation of aerial work platform equipment to protect workers and prevent damage to equipment or property. Participants gain an understanding of the operating environment of this type of equipment and the hazards associated with its operation.
	Course Focus Review applicable Saskatchewan OHS Regulations as they relate to operation of aerial work platforms and reference CSA standards: Minimum training requirements for a trained operator of powered mobile equipment (PME) Minimum distances from exposed energized high voltage electrical conductors Discuss key roles and responsibilities of employers, supervisors, workers and service providers, as they apply to legislation. Describe the different types of lifts and general operation guidelines: Manual vertical aerial platforms Powered vertical aerial platforms Boom-supported aerial platforms Bucket trucks Describe the rules regarding safe operation of aerial work platforms: Hazard assessments and controls Equipment and pre-use inspections Regular maintenance of equipment Describe safe work practices for operating aerial work platforms: Proper fueling of equipment Battery maintenance and what to expect Safe starting and testing of the equipment Different equipment control stations Forward and backward stability Cooling and hydraulic systems Transporting equipment Recognize the dangers around fluids under pressure and what to do Understand the importance of and process for equipment clean up and what to look for

	Course Length: Half Day (4 hours)		Certification Certificate does not expire

	Online Requirements Access to Zoom Computer with microphone and camera Access to Adobe PDF		Prerequisites None


	CEU Credits Course hours can be used towards the Gold Seal Certification application for credits. Note: every 3 hours of learning equals 1 Gold Seal credit. This course may be eligible for BCRSP CPD points through the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals and Continuing Education Units through the Sask Operator Certification Board.