- Aerial Lifts
In the course on aerial lift operations, spanning over two days, participants will delve into the mechanics and safety protocols of operating various types of aerial lifts, including Scissor lifts, Articulating lifts, and Telescoping Boom lifts. The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive theoretical overview of these machines, coupled with practical applications that allow students to gain hands-on experience. Learners will become well-versed in the different types of safety equipment essential for all aerial lifts, acquire knowledge on manually propelled and mast climbing work platforms, and learn to perform necessary maintenance tasks. Additionally, the course emphasizes familiarization with safety precautions specific to aerial lifts, ensuring that participants are fully prepared to operate these machines safely and efficiently in any work environment.
- Powered Industrial Truck Operator
This two-day course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to operate Industrial lift trucks and Rough Terrain lift trucks efficiently and safely. The program covers the fundamental procedures for operation, inspections, and maintenance of these vehicles. Through a combination of theoretical lessons and practical applications, students will learn to adopt safe operating practices, including the use of standard hand signals. They will also be introduced to the seven categories of powered industrial trucks, gaining an understanding of each category's characteristics and functions. A key component of the course is the emphasis on the importance of lift truck stability, which is crucial for safe operation. Additionally, participants will be trained to perform both visual and operational inspections, ensuring that they can assess the condition and functionality of the lift trucks before use. This comprehensive approach prepares students to handle industrial and rough terrain lift trucks confidently and safely in their respective work environments.
- Fall Protection for Newfoundland
The Carpenter Millwright Trades College is proud to offer a crucial training course mandated by numerous employers in Newfoundland, as per the Newfoundland Labrador Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Section 139. This specialized training, designed to enhance workplace safety, is provided on an on-demand basis without a fixed schedule, catering to the needs of various organizations. Over the span of two days, the course aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of fall protection, encompassing an array of objectives. Participants will start by defining fall protection and related terminology, followed by discussions on the significance of such training and an overview of Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) legislation, including the roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders. The curriculum extends to practical applications, where learners will assimilate and implement fall protection legislation, alongside methodologies for recognizing, evaluating, and controlling potential hazards. A deep dive into the dynamics of fall protection system forces sets the stage for exploring various fall protection systems, with hands-on demonstrations on their usage. Additional focus areas include the use, care, and storage of components, the development roles and responsibilities of fall protection programs, and the critical requirements of an emergency rescue plan. This course not only aims to educate but also to empower participants with the skills and knowledge to ensure safety in high-risk environments.
- Powerline Hazard
- Carpentry Development (CDP)
This pre-employment program is a comprehensive 12-week course designed to equip participants with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in the construction industry, specifically as first-year apprentice carpenters. Approved for 360 hours towards Apprenticeship, it covers essential areas such as residential construction, foundations, framing, and opportunities to delve into more specialized areas like interior and exterior finishes, light commercial construction, and residential renovation and repairs. The curriculum also includes construction safety, building sciences, construction materials, and blueprint reading. To enroll, candidates must have completed grade 12 or its equivalent, or they may opt to schedule a Scholastic Level Examination for eligibility assessment.
- Formwork
The "Introduction to Concrete Formwork" is a comprehensive 5-week course designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the crucial elements of concrete formwork. It covers the identification of materials and form hardware, along with the implementation of formwork safety practices. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will acquire hands-on experience in constructing various types of formwork. This includes the fabrication of form hardware, interior and exterior stairs made of concrete, wall forms, pilasters and column forms, foundation footing forms, gang forms, concrete columns with drop panels, and flatwork combining suspended slabs with concrete beams. This course ensures that participants will leave with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of concrete formwork, equipped with the skills needed for successful application in real-world scenarios.
- Private: UBC Canadian Scaffold Program – Level 1
The UBC Canadian Scaffold Program - Level 1 is a comprehensive 3-week, 120-hour course designed to equip students with a foundational understanding of scaffold erection and dismantling, compliant with local Occupational Health and Safety regulations. Upon successful completion, participants will be classified as 1st Year Apprentices, proficient in a range of skills including site inspection, preparation, and identification of various scaffold types such as tube and clamp scaffolds, weld frame scaffolds, rolling towers, and system scaffolds. They will also master the understanding of loads and ratings, selection of scaffold planks, and working platforms. The curriculum covers detailed aspects of scaffolding components such as baseplates, mud-sills, bracing, and safety measures like guardrail systems and safety nets, among others. Additionally, students will learn to select proper access and egress and comply with federal, provincial, and site-specific regulations. Applicants are expected to have basic math and reading skills, the ability to read a tape measure, work at heights, and possess the physical capability required for scaffolding. Prerequisites for the course include WHMIS 2015 and Fall Protection, with a student-instructor ratio maintained at 12:1 to ensure personalized attention and effective learning.
- Private: UBC Canadian Scaffold Program – Level 2
The UBC Canadian Scaffold Program - Level 2 is a specialized 3-week, 120-hour course designed to advance students' expertise in scaffold erection and dismantling, aligning with local Occupational Health and Safety regulations. Successful completion of the course will elevate students to the classification of a 2nd Year Apprentice, showcasing their enhanced capability to conduct site inspections, prepare work sites, and identify various types of scaffolds including tube and clamp, weld frame, rolling towers, and system scaffolds. This level delves deeper into understanding and applying knowledge of loads and ratings, selecting appropriate grading of scaffold planks, and working platforms. Students will also learn to comprehensively describe and manage scaffold components and safety aspects such as baseplates, mud-sills, safety nets, and guardrail systems. Critical to professional development, the course emphasizes selecting proper criteria for access, egress, and understanding the capacity of putlogs, supported, and suspended scaffolds within the framework of federal, provincial, and site regulations.
Applicants to this advanced level are required to possess basic math and reading skills, the ability to read a tape measure, work at significant heights, and sustain the physical demands of scaffolding work. Additionally, prerequisites include WHMIS 2015, Fall Protection, and a notable requirement of 1,500 scaffold hours. Maintaining a student-instructor ratio of 12:1, the program ensures personalized instruction and effective learning outcomes for all participants.
- Private: UBC Canadian Scaffold Program – Level 4
The UBC Canadian Scaffold Program - Level 4 is a meticulously structured 3-week, 120-hour course that provides an in-depth exploration into scaffold erection and dismantling, compliant with local Occupational Health and Safety regulations. Completing this course propels students to the classification of a 4th Year Apprentice, equipped with a comprehensive skill set to perform site inspections, site preparations, and identify various scaffold types such as tube and clamp, weld frame, rolling towers, and system scaffolds with proficiency. Participants will delve into the complexities of load and rating systems, including the distinctions between live, dead, intended, actual, cantilevered loads, among others, and learn to accurately select the grading for scaffold planks and working platforms.
This advanced level emphasizes a detailed understanding of scaffold components, covering baseplates, mud-sills, working platforms, bracing, and safety measures like safety nets and guardrail systems. Additionally, the course focuses on critical operational standards such as selecting proper access and egress and determining the capacity for putlogs, supported, and suspended scaffolds, all while ensuring compliance with federal, provincial, and site-specific regulations.
Admission to this elite level of training requires candidates to have foundational math and reading skills, the ability to read a tape measure, work confidently at heights, and the physical capacity to withstand the demanding nature of scaffolding work. Prerequisites include WHMIS 2015, Fall Protection, and a significant experience threshold of 4,500 scaffold hours. The course maintains a student-instructor ratio of 12:1, guaranteeing personalized attention and fostering an environment where students are groomed to meet and exceed the rigorous standards expected of a 4th Year Apprentice in the scaffolding industry.
- Private: UBC Canadian Scaffold Program – Level 3
The UBC Canadian Scaffold Program - Level 3 is an intensive 3-week, 120-hour course meticulously crafted to enhance the proficiency of students in scaffold erection and dismantling, adhering strictly to local Occupational Health and Safety regulations. Upon the completion of this advanced level, participants will achieve the status of a 3rd Year Apprentice, demonstrating a sophisticated level of knowledge and skill in conducting site inspections, preparing sites, and accurately identifying various scaffold systems such as tube and clamp, weld frame, rolling towers, and system scaffolds. This level deepens the understanding of load and rating identifications, including live, dead, intended, actual, and cantilevered loads, among others. Furthermore, students will refine their skills in selecting the appropriate grading for scaffold planks and working platforms and in detailing the complexities of scaffold components like baseplates, mud-sills, and safety mechanisms including guardrail systems and safety nets. Emphasis is also placed on mastering criteria for access, egress, and the capacity of putlogs, supported, and suspended scaffolds, all within the context of adhering to federal, provincial, and site-specific regulations.
To enroll in this advanced course, applicants must possess foundational skills such as basic math and reading capabilities, the ability to read a tape measure, work comfortably at heights, and have the physical capacity to meet the demanding requirements of scaffolding work. Pre-requisites for this level include WHMIS 2015, Fall Protection, and a significant experience requirement of 3,000 scaffold hours. With a student-instructor ratio of 12:1, the program ensures that each student receives personalized attention, promoting an environment conducive to achieving the high industry standards expected of a 3rd Year Apprentice.
- Millwright
An Industrial Mechanic, commonly known as a Millwright, plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical equipment and industrial machinery within production plants, factories, and other industrial settings. Their main responsibilities encompass the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of this machinery, with a strong emphasis on maintaining safety and efficiency. A Millwright's typical tasks are diverse and include interpreting diagrams and schematic drawings to plan work procedures, utilizing rigging equipment to install heavy machinery and parts, and employing welding equipment to cut and assemble metal components. They are skilled in fabricating, modifying, and overhauling equipment, as well as in diagnosing issues with hydraulic, pneumatic, and programmable logic controls. Additionally, Millwrights are adept at conducting preventive and operational maintenance, utilizing techniques such as vibration analysis to anticipate and prevent potential malfunctions. When machinery parts become defective, they are proficient in repairing or replacing these components to ensure continuous, optimal operation of industrial equipment.
- Drywall Application
The "Introduction to Drywall Steel Stud Framing" is a 5-week program designed to impart both theoretical and practical knowledge on the use of metal framing in commercial construction projects. It provides comprehensive training on various aspects, including the applications of metal framing, blueprint reading, estimating, layout, drywall installation, and job planning. Participants will gain hands-on experience and in-depth understanding of layout and installation techniques specific to drywall, equipping them with the skills needed for successful execution in commercial construction environments.