Workplace hazard identification, prevention strategies, and regulatory compliance in renovation sites.
Course overview
This course focuses on the critical safety protocols required in renovation and construction environments. You will learn to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards specific to renovation sites, where conditions change rapidly and risks are often hidden. The curriculum covers regulatory compliance with provincial health and safety standards, ensuring you understand your legal responsibilities as a tradesperson.
Through a mix of classroom instruction and practical simulations, you will develop the skills to create site-specific safety plans, conduct pre-start safety meetings, and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE). You will also explore the prevention strategies that reduce accidents and improve efficiency on active job sites.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Identify common hazards in active renovation environments, including structural instability, electrical risks, and chemical exposure.
- Apply provincial occupational health and safety regulations to daily renovation tasks.
- Select and demonstrate the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and fall protection systems.
- Develop and present a site-specific safety plan for a residential renovation project.
- Conduct a pre-start safety meeting and document hazard assessments.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Safety plan project | 35 |
| Practical PPE and equipment assessment | 25 |
| Midterm written exam | 20 |
| Final written exam | 20 |