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Course Description:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This eLearning course provides essential guidance on the safe use of hand and power tools in construction, helping workers identify hazards, prevent injuries, and apply proper safety practices on the job site. Participants will learn how to select, use, and maintain tools correctly to protect themselves and others, while reinforcing compliance with Ontario\u2019s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the Construction Projects Regulation (O. Reg. 213\/91), which outline employer and worker responsibilities for tool safety. While this course offers general practices, learners are reminded to always follow their employer\u2019s specific procedures to ensure both safety and legal compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who should take this course:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This course is intended for construction workers, tradespeople, apprentices, and supervisors who regularly use hand and power tools on the job. It is especially important for workers in Ontario\u2019s construction sector who must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Construction Regulation (O. Reg. 213\/91). Employers can also assign this training to reinforce safe work practices and ensure compliance across their teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Course Objectives:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Describe common hazards related to hand and power tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Demonstrate the proper use of hand and power tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Apply safety measures to protect yourself and others in the work area.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Delivery Mode:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Self-Directed Online study via 24×7 access to individual learner account on user friendly LMS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Platforms:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Accessible on laptop, desktop, and mobile devices using all browsers and Brightspace Pulse App (available in App Store and Google Play)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Assessment:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Minimum 80% score is required on the Final Assessment to receive Completion Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Certification:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A digital Certificate of Completion is generated and stored within the LMS platform. PDF version is available to download and print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Duration: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Approximately 40 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Prerequisites: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are no specific prerequisites for this course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Enroll Now<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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