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Course Outlines:
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Other Courses Available Upon Request including:
For further information about the courses provided below, please email Kevin Lew( klew@phharcenv.com ).

• Advanced Supervisor Training
• Air-Purifying Respirators
• Asbestos Work Practices and Regulation
• Asbestos Surveys Training
• Asbestos Training for Maintenance Workers
• Accident Investigation & Analysis
• Back Care/Safe Lifting/Manual Material Handling
• Beryllium Safety
• Confined Space Entry
• Confined Space & Rescue
• Confined Space Gas Testing
• Construction Safety Training
  For more info contact John Holland (jholland@phharcenv.com)
• Contaminated Land: Avoiding Pitfalls
• Disaster Measures
• Due Diligence for Insurance Professionals
• Environmental Awareness for the Construction Manager
• Environmental Compliance
• Electrical Lockout
• Fall Arrest
• Gas Testing
• Hantavirus
  For more info contact Jim Bagely (jbagley@phharcenv.com)
• Hazard Identification
• Health & Safety Committee Training
• Health and Safety for Managers and Supervisors
• Health and Safety Legislation: Canada Labour Code, Part II
• Health & Safety Regulations
• Heat Stress Awareness
• IAQ Awareness
• Infection Control Related to Construction and Maintenance Activities in Health Care Facilities
• Introduction to Occupational Hygiene
  For more info contact Steve Wilk (swilk@phharcenv.com).
• Laser Safety Awareness
• Lead Control Program
• Legionella Contamination in Health Care Facilities or Commercial Buildings
• Lock Out/Tag Out
• Managing IAQ
• Mould Awareness
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Respirator Fit-Testing: "Train-the-Trainer"
  For more info contact Steve Wilk (swilk@phharcenv.com).
• Silica Control Program
• WHMIS / SIMDUT
• Workplace Inspections

Occupational Hygiene Sampling

• Analysis
• Fundamentals of Occupational Hygiene
• Hot Work
• Effective Joint Health and Safety Committees
• Chemical Awareness Training
• Silicone Safety

Asbestos Awareness in the Workplace
Gain a more in-depth understanding of the hazards of asbestos and what legislation is important for workplace health and safety. We will also review control practices for managing asbestos products in-place and options for respiratory protection.

Asbestos Certified Worker
Alberta Only
This Alberta Government approved course involves one day of classroom theory and one day of practical workshops. Upon successful completion, attendees will be issued certificates required to be carried on asbestos removal job sites.

Asbestos Exposed Worker Training
This Alberta Government approved course involves one day of classroom theory and one day of practical workshops. Upon successful completion, attendees will be issued certificates required to be carried on asbestos removal job sites.

Asbestos Management

• Identifying potential hazard
• Selecting or specifying the appropriate control measure
• Removal
• Enclosure
• Encapsulation
• Deferred action
• Control measure
• Inspection

Asbestos Training for Maintenance Workers

• Properties and Uses of Asbestos
• Health Effects of Asbestos
• Legislation
• Asbestos Control Options
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Low Risk Activities
• Moderate Risk Activities
• Asbestos Management Programs
• Respirator Fit Testing
• Asbestos Related Supplies

Characterisation of Contaminated Sites
In order to protect human health and the environment and to deal with potential environmental liabilities it is necessary to be able to conduct a characterisation of potential environmental contamination. The basic techniques and protocols developed over the years have been honed to a fine art that can result in a cost-effective method of managing environmental concerns.

This course is designed for the environmental professional who is dealing with identifying, evaluating and managing contaminated soils and groundwater. The results of an investigation are only as good as the techniques we use to collect and interpret the data. By learning the methods and procedures for characterising contaminated soils and groundwater you will gain a valuable tool in protecting the environment.

Topics include:

• Basic Concepts and Key Elements Used in Contaminant Characterisation
• The Characterisation Team and Characterisation Activities
• Developing and Defining Objectives
• Current Thoughts on Development of Recognised Standards
• Accuracy of Findings and Documentation
• Establish Site Conceptual Model
• Select Investigation Methods
• Common Types of Contaminants
• Selecting Sampling Locations
• Surface Sampling Protocols and Chain of Custody
• Drilling Methods and Sampling Procedures
• Well Completions Techniques
• Hydraulic Conductivity Testing
• Laboratory Analysis
• Identifying Sources of Contamination
• Establishing Cleanup Criteria
• Remedial Technologies

Confined Space Awareness Confined spaces concepts and terminology Provincial and federal regulatory requirements How to identify and evaluate hazards: atmospheric, mechanical, chemical Conducting hazard assessments Procedures for controlling hazards Developing entry procedures Proper protective and entry equipment for confined spaces Duties of the entry supervisor, entrant, attendant, and others Completing the entry process Procedures for self-rescue, non-entry rescue, entry rescue by company employees, and entry rescue by emergency responders Reviewing/customizing a written Confined Space Program

Control of Lead Contamination in Buildings and Construction

• Impact on buildings or construction projects
• Possible health hazards
• Regulatory responsibilities
• Appropriate abatement options
• Work practices

Environmental Initial Response
At the end of this course, participants will be able to identify and assess dangerous goods information and apply a basic concept of First Response.

First Responders at the awareness level are expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods, protect themselves, secure the area and contact trained personnel.

PHH ARC Environmental Limited uses the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 472 as the minimum guideline in the design of this course. It depends greatly on the participant's ability to retrieve information through the use of the North American Emergency Response Guide, and apply that knowledge in a basic concept of First Response.

Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of responder safety and demonstrates proper actions to protect First Responders.

The course focuses on:

• initial identification and risk assessment
• a concept of first response
• emergency site layout
• reporting the environmental incident.

Emergency Planning
At the end of this course, participants will be able to apply a general understanding of emergency preparedness principles in the design, implementation and evaluation of an emergency plan.

Emergency Planning is the inherent responsibility of everyone, however, the necessary components of successful emergency planning are quite often missed by most people involved. This course identifies the concepts and practices necessary to achieve an appropriate level of emergency preparedness.

PHH ARC Environmental Limited draws from both Government and Industry standards regarding emergency preparedness in the design of this course.

The course focuses on:

• risk/hazard analysis
• authority and legal jurisdictions
• components of an emergency plan
• training assessment and development
• design and implementation
• exercise design and evaluation

Emergency Planning for Senior Managers
At the end of this course, participants will be able to apply a general understanding of emergency preparedness principles to the management of an emergency plan.

The course focuses on:

• Emergency Planning - A Continuous Management Process
• Enforcement and Due Diligence
• Risk/Hazard Analysis

PHH ARC Environmental Limited draws from both Government and Industry standards regarding emergency preparedness in the design of this course.

Environmental Management Systems
An environmental management system is a method used by organizations to control and minimize their risk of exposure to environmental liabilities. Companies who have implemented an environmental management system have also discovered that it is easier to obtain financing, shareholders, and reduce insurance premiums. Some of the less tangible benefits include better relations with employees, customers, and the community and with regulatory authorities.

This course is recommended for Environmental Managers, Building Owners and Managers, Insurance Managers, Plant Managers, Risk Management Professionals and Health & Safety Professionals.

Fall Protection Awareness Recognition and identification of fall hazards Provincial and federal regulatory requirements and standards Fall protection hierarchy Fall protection equipment and systems, including: guardrails, handrails, etc. vertical and horizontal lifelines body support: selection and connecting equipment Selecting acceptable anchorage points Preparing written fall protection plans Developing of a “Fall Protection Program”

General Oilfield Driver Improvement®
This 8-hour course will enable you to identify hazards associated with off-road driving and apply defensive driving techniques to meet these hazards. This course is a pre-requisite for driving vehicles licensed for 5,500 kgs. in the province of British Columbia. Presented by an instructor who is certified by the Petroleum Industry Training Service (PITS).

Topics include:

• Professional Driving Attitude
• Off-highway Driving Techniques
• Regulatory Requirements
• Inspection and Maintenance Procedures
• Non-Driving Skills
• Hauling and Towing Procedures

Participants who successfully complete the course exam receive a 3-year, industry-recognized certificate. In addition successful participants will receive a 3-demerit point reduction of their Alberta driver's license

Hazards and Control of Asbestos in Buildings
This course will cover the elements of identification and control of asbestos in buildings.

Hazardous Building Materials Workshop (BC only)

• Hazardous materials
• Asbestos
• PCB's
• Mercury
• Lead Paint
• Ozone Depleting Substances
• Health effects
• Building inspection and sampling (air/bulk)
• Regulations
• Worker protection
• Respiratory requirements
• Protective clothing
• Air monitoring
• Medical monitoring
• Management program
• Case study

The course is intended for:

• Building Restoration Contractors
• Plant Supervisors
• Commercial Building Owners
• Maintenance Personnel
• Environmental Managers
• Health & Safety Personnel
• Strata Managers

Topics include:

• Asbestos Concerns in Buildings
• Asbestos
• Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
• Fungal Infections in Humans
• Regulations and Guidelines
• Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
• Investigation for Asbestos
• Abatement of Asbestos

Hazards and Control of Mould in Buildings
The issue of mould and fungus contamination in buildings has had an elevated profile over the last year in B.C. Building envelope failures, water leaks in portable buildings and flat roof structures are all potential sources of airborne microbials.

This course will cover the elements of identification, evaluation and remediation of mould and fungus contamination in buildings.

The course is intended for:

• Building Restoration Contractors
• Plant Supervisors
• Commercial Building Owners
• Maintenance Personnel
• Environmental Managers
• Health & Safety Personnel
• Strata Managers

Topics include:

• Mould Concerns in Buildings
• Ecology of Moulds in Buildings
• Biology of Fungi and Molds
• Mycotoxins
• Health Effects of Mould Exposure
• Fungal Infections in Humans
• Risk to Infants
• Regulations and Guidelines
• Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
• Public Health Authorities
• Investigation for Mould
• Analytical Support
• Air Sampling
• Bulk, Dust and Wipe Samples
• Abatement of Mould
• Preventing Mould Contamination

HAZWOPER PHH ARC can deliver a 40 hour HAZWOPER training course to 8-20 of your personnel.  The course, which can be done in 4 days (10 hours) or as a 5 day course meets the requirements of USA regulations and involves hands on instruction in hazardous waste site clean-up, decon, PPE, etc. If you require additional information please don't hesitate to call Chris Taylor 780.425.6600 extension 285, or Cara Benoit 867.669.7288.

Health & Safety Program Development
At the end of this course, participants will have a basic working knowledge of Health and Safety Programs and management systems. They will be able to demonstrate their familiarity with health and safety legislation, program elements and implementation approaches. They also will be able to apply knowledge by demonstrating their ability to conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments and incident investigations, and to implement effective controls.

A Health and Safety Program encompassed within a management system can be an effective way to ensure operational activities and organizational structures are in place to protect your workers from work-related ill health and injuries.

PHH ARC Environmental Limited uses provincial legislation and guidelines as the primary sources of the course's content. Discussion and examples based on work circumstances of the participants is strongly encouraged.

The course focuses on:

• provincial health and safety responsibilities
• conducting workplace inspections
• conducting hazard assessments
• implementing effective control measures
• conducting incident investigation
• health and safety program elements and management systems

ISO 14001 An Introduction - 1 Day
(1 CM Point)
This 1-day introductory interactive course introduces participants to the ISO 14000 series of standards, with a focus on ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems ( EMS ). In addition to an element by element review, participants will learn about the background of this standard, the similarities with quality management system standards (ISO 9000/QS-9000), the benefits of implemention, and business considerations regarding third-party registration/certification.

At the end of this course, participants will be able to apply a general understanding of the ISO 14001 standard for Environmental Management Systems ( EMS ) in the design and implementation of an EMS at their organization.

Focus areas include:

• Background on the ISO 14001 Standard
• Element by Element Review of the Standard
• Environmental Policy;
• Planning;
• Implementation and Operation;
• Checking and Corrective and Preventive Actions;
• Management Review
• Similarities and Synergies with ISO 9001 / QS-9000;
• Benefits of Implementing an EMS ;
• Business Considerations Regarding Certification / Registration.

ISO 14001 - Implementation and Auditing
This 2-day advanced course focuses on preparing participants to implement ISO 14001 at their organization to meet the requirements of a registrar in a cost effective manner. It includes a detailed review of the elements of the Environmental Management System ( EMS ) standard, complete with interpretations and guidance for implementation. Customized content includes typical environmental aspects relevant to the participants, applicable legal requirements, as well as relevant management programs, training requirements, operational controls and record keeping.

• interpretations and guidance for implementation.
• typical environmental aspects
• applicable legal requirements
• relevant management programs
• training requirements
• operational controls and record keeping.

Mould and Infection Control in Healthcare Environments
(British Columbia)
The purpose of this 1/2 day seminar is to provide information and discussion opportunities for healthcare professionals to examine the issue of mould, particulate and construction in hospitals. It is designed to bring together professionals from Occupational Health and Safety, Physical Plant, Environmental Services, Nursing and Infection Control to explore and discuss procedures, roles and responsibilities in ensuring that construction work is carried out effectively whilst minimizing risk to patients and staff.

PHH ARC Environmental has convened a panel of experts to provide short presentations on the following topics:

• Mould Ecology, Mould in Hospitals, Standards and Guidelines
• Workplace Health and Safety Regulations
• Nosocomial Infections and other Health Effects - Health Canada¹s Perspective
• Practical Implications of Rigorous Containment Procedures
• Delivering and Co-ordinating safe Working Practices for Staff, Contractors and Patients

Following the presentation there will be workshops set up to explore some of these topics in more detail and discuss the processes and practicalities of meeting regulatory requirements, government expectations, ensuring due diligence and hence mitigating potential liabilities.

* Construction-related Nosocomial Infections in Patients in Health Care Facilities

Mould Assessment and Remediation in Buildings
The issue of mould and fungus contamination in buildings has had an elevated profile over the last year in B.C. Building envelope failures, water leaks in portable buildings and flat roof structures are all potential sources of airborne microbials.

This course will cover the elements of identification, evaluation and remediation of mould and fungus contamination in buildings.

The course is intended for:

• Building Restoration Contractors
• Plant Supervisors
• Commercial Building Owners
• Maintenance Personnel
• Environmental Managers
• Health & Safety Personnel
• Strata Managers

Topics include:

• Mould Concerns in Buildings
• Ecology of Moulds in Buildings
• Biology of Fungi and Molds
• Mycotoxins
• Health Effects of Mould Exposure
• Fungal Infections in Humans
• Risk to Infants
• Regulations and Guidelines
• Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
• Public Health Authorities
• Investigation for Mould
• Analytical Support
• Air Sampling
• Bulk, Dust and Wipe Samples
• Abatement of Mould
• Preventing Mould Contamination

Occupational Health & Safety for the Asbestos Workers
2-day certification course, Alberta
The Workplace Health & Safety Division of Alberta Human Resources and Employment recognize this 2-day course. Participants who successfully complete the course and exam will comply with training requirements as per Section 37 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code ( Alberta ).

• Types and Uses of Asbestos
• Health Effects of Asbestos
• Hazard Evaluation and Bulk Sample Collection
• Asbestos Legislation
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Air Sampling
• Asbestos Abatement Procedures
• Other Health & Safety Considerations on Asbestos Projects

WHMIS
The WHMIS course is a full day course that introduces the participants to the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) programs. An outline of the course details is attached for your information.

This course is separated into two parts. The morning session identifies the legislative requirements, management/worker responsibilities, identification process and MSDS documentation of the WHMIS program.

WHMIS:

• Review of the WHMIS legislation
• Basic personal safety
• Hazard symbols
• Labels
• Material Safety Data Sheets
• Training requirements

There will be an exam at the completion of each session to review the course material.

Course Schedule

Publications
PHH ARC has the following publications for sale. For purchasing information, contact:

Shauna Coen
Phone: 780-425-6600 ext. 241
E-mail: scoen@phharcenv.com

Click here to download the Publications Order Form (296kb~PDF)

WHMIS Participant Workbook $5.75 each	WHMIS Participant Handbook $5.50 each

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