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Description
Due to the wide variety of certifications and recertifications available in this discipline, this course is not available on a regularly scheduled basis.
Mining is a major benefactor to Saskatchewan’s economy. It is forecasted that within the next 10 years that direct, indirect and induced mining employment in the province will account for 17% of total employment or almost 1 in 5 jobs.
Also referred to as GMSA, the General Mine Safety Awareness training provides an overview of mine safety and is a requirement for all contractors who work on a mine site in Saskatchewan.
Our GMSA instructors hold national industry certification.
Course Objectives
- Saskatchewan Mining Regulations, Occupational Health & Safety Regulations, and Saskatchewan Employment Act
- Hazard identification and control
- Personal protective equipment
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Safe use of scaffolding and ladders
- Controlled energy safety
- Fire safety and hot-work awareness
- Ground control awareness
- Environmental awareness and spill reporting
- Asbestos awareness
- Incidents and reporting incidents
- Fit for duty and drug testing
Duration
This Mine Safety Awareness course is delivered over 2 full days and includes a mandatory written theory test (English only).
Certificate
You will receive a General Mine Safety Awareness certificate.
Cost
$425.00 + GST
