Occupational Health And Safety (OHS) Training
Under Part II of the Canada Labour Code, all employees (including management), OHS committee members and representatives must be educated on their OHS rights and obligations.
The Training and Awareness Module (PDF, 515 KB) of the Departmental Occupational Health and Safety Program outlines the OHS education requirements for all employees, including management, within ESDC as well as Service Canada, the Labour Program and all other service offerings managed within ESDC.
The College@ESDC, in collaboration with National Occupational Health and Safety Office (NOHSO), is pleased to offer OHS training that supports a healthy and safe workplace for all employees. Employees may also be required to attend other task-specific training or awareness sessions depending on their duties or the nature of the workplace.
If you have questions about these OHS offerings, contact your Learning Coordinator (xlsx, 31 KB) (NCR) or your Learning Centre (regions).
All employees—including managers and executives—must complete the ESDC Mandatory Training Curriculum for Employees.
All courses marked with the mandatory symbol are mandatory for each of the audiences listed below:
All Employees
All Employees
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Training for Employees
OHS Training for Employees
In this Occupational Health and Safety overview for employees, you will learn about:
- your rights and obligations under the Canada Labour Code, Part II
- the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- the National Joint Council OHS Directive
- how the Departmental OHS Program pulls it all together.
A 'Fire Extinguisher Tutorial' is included.
- Duration:
- 60 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001264
Hazard Prevention Program for Employees
Hazard Prevention Program for Employees
All Hazard Profile Group (HPG) courses are compatible, which allows you to complete all HPG courses associated with your role.
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Overview of Hazard Prevention
Learn the essentials of hazard prevention, including:
- legal requirements;
- information about ESDC's hazard prevention program;
- hazard identification and assessment stages;
- exposure ratings; and
- your role in hazard prevention.
This training is required by all employees within the Department's portfolio.
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002664
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Hazard Prevention at the Office (HPG1)
Become familiar with the potential hazards of working in an office environment and appropriate hazard prevention for those who spend time working at a desk, or standing, performing administrative duties, writing reports, using a computer, etc. for part or all of their day.
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002639
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Hazard Prevention When Working with Citizens (HPG2)
Learn about the potential hazards of working with citizens and appropriate hazard prevention for employees who spend time providing face-to-face or telephone services to clients in Government of Canada buildings, leased space or other locations.
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002640
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Hazard Prevention at the Client Site (HPG3)
Potential hazards exist when working at and/or visiting client sites. Learn how to prevent hazards when visiting client sites for the purpose of monitoring compliance with Employment Insurance laws, Occupational Health and Safety laws, labour standard laws, or other laws administered by ESDC.
The following employees must take this training:
- Employees who spend time in an office environment where they may interact with clients.
- Employees who spend time touring a client site where they may be exposed to industrial / construction / process hazards (e.g., Health and Safety Officers).
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002660
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Hazard Prevention While Travelling (HPG4)
If you travel from your usual place of work—even once a year—to client sites, outreach locations, citizens' residences or other places of work for meetings, conferences, etc., it comes with a unique set of potential hazards. Learn about the appropriate hazard prevention in those situations.
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002641
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Hazard Prevention When Lifting and Carrying (HPG5)
This course provides information on the potential for, and appropriate prevention of, hazards for those who:
- manually carry or move equipment or materials by hand trucks, platform trucks, dollies, etc. that are equal to or greater than 10kg in weight;
- set up, remove or move IT equipment; or
- work in a warehouse, shipping and receiving area, printing or binding operations; or in bulk mail processing facilities, etc.
This course is associated with Manual Materials Handling.
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002661
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Hazard Prevention While Operating Equipment (HPG6)
Operating heavy and industrial equipment can be hazardous. This course will help you learn about the hazards of equipment and how to prevent the risk of injury if you operate:
- binding equipment;
- a printing press;
- a palletizer;
- other types of equipment that would be considered industrial in nature; or
- drive a forklift, truck or other type of mobile material handling equipment.
- Duration:
- 30 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002662
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Manual Materials Handling
Manual Materials Handling tasks, such as lifting, carrying and pushing a load can pose hazards. Learn about workplace solutions and safe work practices to recognize hazards and prevent fatigue and injuries.
This course is associated with Hazard Prevention When Lifting and Carrying (HPG5).
- Duration:
- 60 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001174
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Workplace Violence Prevention for Employees
Workplace Violence Prevention for Employees
Learn about:
- workplace violence prevention;
- how to identify factors that contribute to workplace violence;
- support and tools that are in place within the Department; and
- procedures to follow and how to respond to incidents of workplace violence if they occur.
- Duration:
- 60 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002679
General Office Ergonomics Principles
General Office Ergonomics Principles
Improper ergonomics is one of the leading causes of injury in our office environment. Learn how to recognize ergonomic hazards, adjust their workstation, and prevent injuries and increase your understanding of the Department's Integrated Ergonomics Program.
- Duration:
- 90 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001130
Management
Management
OHS Training for Management
OHS Training for Management
This course provides an explanation of the Departmental OHS Program and applicable legislation; it outlines all parties' OHS-related rights and obligations, explains the Internal Responsibility System, how to raise OHS issues, and what to do if an accident occurs.
- Duration:
- 120 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001262
Hazard Prevention Program for Managers
Hazard Prevention Program for Managers
As a manager, you need to have an awareness of the Department's Hazard Prevention Program and your roles and responsibilities when it comes to hazard prevention. Management Action Plans (MAPs) have been developed for six hazard profile groups (HPGs) common to the Department to help you identify hazards, preventive measures, and how to communicate them to your employees.
- Duration:
- 60 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 00002663
Workplace Violence Prevention Training for Managers and Supervisors
Workplace Violence Prevention Training for Managers and Supervisors
As a manager, learn about your roles and responsibilities when workplace violence occurs, and about the processes and the resources available to you for managing and resolving these incidents.
- Duration:
- 60 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001345
OHS Committee Members and Representatives (Voluntary)
OHS Committee Members and Representatives (Voluntary)
OHS Training for Committee Members and Representatives
OHS Training for Committee Members and Representatives
In this course, health and safety committee members and representatives learn about their OHS duties and obligations, including those of employees and managers on the following topics:
- on internal complaint resolution;
- ergonomics;
- hazard prevention and violence prevention;
- the Internal Responsibility System;
- how to raise OHS issues; and
- what to do if an accident occurs.
Note – if you are a member of an OHS committee and you have already taken "OHS Training for Management", you are not required to take this course.
- Duration:
- 2 hours
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001263
Conducting Workplace Inspections
Conducting Workplace Inspections
This training outlines the workplace inspection process, including:
- the use of the checklist;
- things to look for; and
- responding to findings.
Committee members and representatives will also learn about the responsibilities of other parties in the workplace inspection process to enable them to meet their obligations under the Canada Labour Code, Part II.
- Duration:
- 45 minutes
- Methodology:
- Web-based
- Course ID:
- 10001344
Other Voluntary OHS Roles
Other Voluntary OHS Roles
First-Aid Certification for Attendants
First-Aid Certification for Attendants
This training is mandatory for those who need to hold a valid emergency or basic first aid certificate. It includes information and training on emergency scene management, CPR, and dealing with medical personnel.
If you are a volunteer and already hold a valid first aid training certificate from another government department, make sure ESDC has a record of your certification by adding your training by adding it to your Saba learning history.
National Capital Region (NCR)
National Capital Region (NCR)
- Duration:
- 7.5 hours
- Methodology:
- Instructor-led
- Course ID:
- 10001123
All Other Regions
All Other Regions
Outside of the National Capital Region, First Aid Training is provided in-person through qualified external providers. Please consult with your manager for the appropriate registration procedures within your region. Once you have successfully completed your First Aid Training, make sure to enter the completed training in the My Plan section of your Saba profile.
Once you have successfully completed your First Aid Training, make sure to enter the completed training in the My Plan section of your Saba profile.
Ergonomics Training for Ergo Coaches
Ergonomics Training for Ergo Coaches
Hands-on training allows Ergo Coaches to assist employees in optimizing the fit and comfort of their chair and workstation to reduce the potential for workplace musculoskeletal disorders.
- Methodology:
- Instructor-led. Qualified internal or external service providers.
- Duration:
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- Practical – 60 minutes
- Theory – 3 hours
- Refresher – 60 minutes
Please speak with your manager if you wish to volunteer for this role. Managers may contact their Regional OHS Advisor for more information.