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COMM
1227
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Communications I This course provides the student with an overview of the communication skills required by business and industry. Students will learn to apply these communication skills to be successful in their selected workplace setting.
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MATH
1111
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Essential Math for Trades This course is designed to take the anxiety out of the using math skills to perform routine tasks. Learners will become comfortable adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and measuring various kinds of numbers used in the Trades.
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MIRG
7000
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Safety Orientation for Marine and Industrial Rigging The learner is introduced to hazard assessment of a job site, the dangers related to working in confined spaces, trenching, and working at heights, as well as issues surrounding the transportation of dangerous goods. Regulatory requirements and individual responsibilities are discussed, and the learner is given the opportunity to operate a power elevated work platform and use a fall arrest system. Learners will be required to use power and hand tools safely.
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MIRG
7079
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding for Rigging This course will introduce the different aspects of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) including identification of consumables, joint preparation, destructive and non-destructive testing. Learners will be introduced to arc cutting processes as well as the operation of oxy-fuel cutting equipment.
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MIRG
7080
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Fabrication This course is designed to enable learners to fabricate rigging configurations using both fibre and wire rope.
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MIRG
7103
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Work Experience During this work experience, learners will work alongside experienced employees in their chosen workplace. Learners will gain experience in various aspects of the rigging and hoisting industry. Learners will assess their own performance and be evaluated by an industry partner. Participants will identify personal outcomes they wish to attain during the work experience.
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MIRG
7130
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Rigging Practical I Using rigging hardware, learners will demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices as defined by industry standards. Emphasis will be given to working load limits, design factors, comparison of ropes, splicing techniques, and end fitting attachments. The importance of safe work practices in this area will be stressed. Emphasis will also be placed on regulatory requirements of lift gear inspection. Various samples of rigging hardware will be examined and inspected for possible defects. Decisions will be made on gear acceptance or rejection.
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MIRG
7131
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Rigging Practical II Using rigging hardware, learners will demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices as defined by industry standards. Emphasis will be given to working load limits, design factors, comparison of ropes, splicing techniques and end fitting attachments. The importance of safe work practices in this area will be stressed. Emphasis will also be placed on regulatory requirements of lift gear inspection. Various samples of rigging hardware will be examined and inspected for possible defects. Decisions will be made on gear acceptance or rejection.
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MIRG
7132
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Rigging Theory Learners will understand safe work practices as defined by industry standards. Emphasis will be given to working load limits, design factors, comparison of ropes, splicing techniques and end fitting attachments. Emphasis will also be placed on regulatory requirements of lift gear inspection. Various samples of rigging hardware will be examined and inspected for possible defects. Decisions will be made on gear acceptance or rejection.
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MIRG
7136
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Basic Hydraulics This thirty-hour course introduces the participants to hydraulics as it relates to industrial equipment. Topics covered in this course include basic hydraulic principles; identification of hydraulic components and functions; symbols and diagrams; safe work practices; cooling systems and basic maintenance.
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MIRG
7137
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Trade Documentation This applied course will introduce learners to the various types of trade documentation used in industry and how to apply them. Learners will be required to read and apply various trade documents including manufactures specifications, load limit charts, equipment directions and instructions to complete various tasks.
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SAFE
1000
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Introduction to WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems) This course offers learners basic overview of WHMIS principles and establishes a solid foundation to support workplace-specific training on the safe storage and handling of controlled/hazardous products. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive basic WHMIS certification.
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SAFE
1001
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Introduction to NS OH&S Act This course offers students an introduction to the Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Act of Nova Scotia, which is required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge of the Act for students and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.
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SAFE
1020
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Introduction to Confined Space The learner is introduced to the basic requirements and procedures involved with confined spaces. The definition and associated hazards of confined space are discussed as well as methods of confined space rescue. The course material is to be infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
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SAFE
1021
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Introduction to Hazard Identification The learners are introduced to the types of hazards encountered in workplaces and the approach that should be followed when recommending and implementing appropriate controls. Two key elements of Hazard Identification are addressed: Hazard Assessment and Inspection. The Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act is discussed. The course material is to be infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
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SAFE
1024
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Introduction to Respiratory Protection The learner is introduced to the potential of atmospheric hazards in the workplace and the available personal protection and control methods to maintain a safe work environment. Discussion includes identification and testing for atmospheric hazards and workplace respiratory programs. The learner will be given the opportunity to select, use and maintain respiratory equipment. The course material is to be infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
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SAFE
1025
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Certified Fall Arrest and Protection This course provides participants with an understanding of the hazards associated with working from heights and compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Regulations (2013). Throughout the course, participants will gain experience in the donning of a harness, an overview and presentation of system components involved when working from heights and learn how to complete a fall calculation and emergency procedures.
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SAFE
1250
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Trenching Hazard Awareness This course provides an overview of trenching hazards, and outlines safe work practices and procedures associated with trenching.
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SAFE
1270
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods In this course learners develop an awareness of practices associated with the transportation of dangerous goods, with reference to federal and provincial regulations, key stakeholder responsibilities, and relevant documentation and labelling.
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