Construction Safety

This course covers the principles of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) as applied to the carpentry trade as well as the knowledge and skills that will allow the students to work safely. The course includes Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and an introduction to construction specific safety regulations (fall protection, scaffolding). This course emphasizes the proper use of personal protective equipment and the importance of safe use and maintenance of