Locations:

Courses are presented at this location:
IBEW Local 303 Training Centre
4485 Kent Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON, L2H 1J1

Contact: Dave Charron

Email: dave@ibewlocal303.com

Phone: 905-354-4303 x25
Fax: 905-354-1593

Training

Training Report – January 2020

TRAINING CENTRE UPDATE

These courses offer an excellent opportunity for all members to refresh their safety knowledge. This is especially important for newly organized members that may not have received this training.

You may register online, at the union office or by contacting the training director Dave Charron.

Our trainers Dave Charron and Geoff Hubbard conduct our training courses.

Courses will only be run if sufficient registrations are received.

IBEW Local 303 -
Training Schedule

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Training Course	Date	Time	Location	Notes
W@H Refresher	Feb 27, 2020	6:00 pm - 10:30 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: Ministry Approved Working at Heights refresher course in conjunction with Workers Health and Safety Centre. 4.5 HOURS
Working at Heights		9:00am - 4:00pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: Ministry Approved Working at Heights course in conjunction with Workers Health and Safety Centre. MINIMUM 6.5 HOURS
Standard First Aid with CPR Level C	Mar 07, 2020	9:00 am - 5:00 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: We now deliver SFA C/CPR/AED Training here at the Union Hall. 2 day standard & 1 day recertification courses will be held monthly.
GHS-2015 WHMIS		6:00 pm - 9:00 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: This is the new Global Harmonized System that is mandantory in the workplace.
ESA 2018 Ontario Electrical Code Update	Mar 25, 2020	6:00 pm - 9:00 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: OESC 26th Edition-2015
Tutoring		-	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: This will be available upon request for students requiring additional help. You may contact Dave Charron ahead of time with what course and material you need help with. E-Mail: dave@ibewlocal303.com Phone (Please provide name)
MINISTRY OF LABOUR - Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps		-	Online @ Click Here	View Notes
Course Notes: Access the eLearning module with this web address: eLearn Module This training introduces workers to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. It focuses on the health and safety rights and responsibilities of workers, supervisors and employers. It also serves as a general introduction to workplace health and safety. Workers can use this free training program as one way to meet the minimum training required by the Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training regulation. The program can be completed using the workbook or the eLearning module.
MINISTRY OF LABOUR - Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness in 5 Steps		-	Online @ Click Here	View Notes
Course Notes: Access the eLearning module with this web address: eLearn Module This training introduces supervisors to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. It focuses on the health and safety rights and responsibilities of workers, supervisors and employers. It also serves as a general introduction to workplace health and safety. Supervisors can use this free training program as one way to meet the minimum training required by the Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training regulation. The program can be completed using the workbook or the eLearning module.
Electrical Project Supervision - Level 1		8:00 am - 4:30 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: 2 day course, you must attend both days.
Health & Safety Requirements for Supervisors		8:00 am - 4:30 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: This course satisfies the requirements to meet the minimum training required by the Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training regulation.
Accident Prevention Educational Program		9:00 am - 4:30 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: 2 day course, you must attend both days held at the IBEW Local 303 Union Hall - In the training center which is in the rear. You must enter the Training Center from the Back Entrance (you will see signage).
Non-Contact Voltage Tester		3:30 pm - 4:30 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: This course will now be included with the APEP course.
Hoisting and Rigging – Basic Safety Training		8:00 am - 4:30 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: This is a 2-day course. Held at the IBEW Local 303 Union Hall - In the training center which is in the rear. You must enter the Training Center from the Back Entrance (you will see signage).
Confined Spaces Hazard Awareness for Construction	Dec 16, 2020	6:00 pm - 9:00pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: Held at the IBEW Local 303 Union Hall - In the training center which is in the rear. You must enter the Training Center from the Back Entrance (you will see signage).
Tagging & Lock-off Procedures	Apr 22, 2020	6:00 pm - 9:00pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: Held at the IBEW Local 303 Union Hall - In the training center which is in the rear. You must enter the Training Center from the Back Entrance (you will see signage).
Electrical Hazards with Shock & Arc Flash Awareness	Jan 29, 2020	6:00 pm - 9:00pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: Held at the IBEW Local 303 Union Hall - In the training center which is in the rear. You must enter the Training Center from the Back Entrance (you will see signage).
Forklift Class 4, 5 & 7		9:00 am - 6:00 pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: Bring safety glasses & Steel Toe Boots.
EWP/Boom Lift	Mar 29, 2020	9:00 am - 4:00pm	IBEW Local 303 - 4485 Kent Ave., NF	View Notes
Course Notes: This course meets CSA Standards CAN3-B354.1, CAN3-B354.2, & CAN3-B354.4.

Training Notes:

Confined Space and Lock & Tag courses are based on the 2006 construction regulation changes. If you received your training prior to that a refresher is recommended.
Shock & Arc-flash is based upon the new CSA Z462 standard for workplace electrical safety for electricians. These standards are mandatory under the OHSA and Electrical Safety Code. This is now a component of the new “Electrical Hazards” course.
The training coordinator receives numerous calls from members looking for specific training that they may require either to work in another local or to be dispatched for work from local 303. Many feel that we are constantly running courses and that it is easy to get training at any time. This is NOT the case. We are a small local with limited funds for training. To operate effectively a minimum number of participants are required. Courses are usually offered in spring and fall and may not run if there is not sufficient interest. The best advice is to take courses when they are offered, not when you need them.
If you are interested in any course please contact the Training Director – Dave Charron or speak with Kim or Debbie at the union office so you can be advised when that course is scheduled.
Courses are not only a place to receive information but also a place to share information.
Any suggestions on new courses to look into should go to the JCB (via Mark Cherney). Provided there is sufficient interest we will endeavour to set up or locate courses of interest to our members.
Local 105 Hamilton Courses
- In order to be reimbursed for the cost, approval must be received from the JCB prior to booking.
- For additional information or to book a class please call the local 105 training director; Chris Swick at 905-679-8880 or CSwick@ibewlu105.com .

Please remember it is your responsibility to provide proof of training to the training coordinator if you want your records to be kept up to date.

Apprentices that are scheduled for training but have already received from another source must let the training coordinator know; otherwise they will be scheduled to attend all mandatory training.
Contact the training coordinator if you desire a copy of your training records; which are kept on file and will be issued as requested.
The coordinator must be forwarded proof of training; this is the only way a lost training card can be replaced without having to re-take the course.
If we are to continue to bill ourselves as the best trained, safest and most productive workforce; ongoing learning is essential. This can be achieved by attending any courses that are currently offered, attending courses offered by local 105, night courses or simply by making it a habit to obtain and read industry specific literature. This can be manufacturers’ literature or trade publications. Here are a few suggested sites that you may find interesting: