Teaches workplace safety standards, hazardous material handling, and environmental regulations in automotive shops.
About this course
AUTO 1660 Automotive Safety Practices introduces you to the safety standards and regulations that apply in automotive and heavy equipment shops. You will learn how to identify workplace hazards, use personal protective equipment correctly, and handle hazardous materials safely. The course covers environmental regulations and proper disposal methods for automotive waste.
This course is designed to prepare you for a safe and compliant career in the automotive industry. You will gain practical skills in lock-out/tag-out procedures, chemical handling, and shop safety protocols.
Who takes this course
AUTO 1660 is an elective course available to students in all automotive and heavy equipment programs. It is particularly useful for students in the Automotive Service Technician (Apprenticeship) program, but is open to all students seeking to strengthen their safety knowledge.
Credits: 0.5 · Hours: 15
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Identify common hazards in automotive workplaces
- Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Handle and dispose of hazardous materials according to provincial regulations
- Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures for equipment maintenance
- Apply environmental protection practices in shop operations
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Safety quiz | 30 |
| Practical assessment | 70 |