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OTHER SKILLED TRADES COURSES GeorgianCollege.ca/PTSKILLEDTRADES Air Brake Z Endorsement The Ontario Ministry of Transportation requires drivers who operate vehicles with air brakes to have the air brake endorsement (Z) on their current driver license classification.Students learn how to operate air brake systems safely and to identify faults. Upon successful completion of both the written and practical tests, student information is provided to MTO through its online information system. Successful students must go to a DriveTest Centre, within six months, and have the Z endorsement added to their license. A full G license is required to take this course. DRVR 0036 18 HRS | BA, OS Working at Heights (WHSC) Falls from heights are a major cause of workplace injury and fatality in Ontario. This course is designed to help protect workers in Ontario from such tragic outcomes. Students learn to readily recognize fall hazards and identify the correct control measures to protect themselves via classroom learning and hands-on training using personal fall prevention systems. NOTE: Hard hat, safety glasses and work boots are required. TECH 0645 6.5 HRS | BA, MI, MU, OS Working at Heights Refresher (WHSC) In this working at heights refresher course, students review basic safety awareness, employer and supervisor obligations, and safeguards and safety procedures designed to protect workers. Students also have a practical review of the functionality and safety aspects of fall protection equipment and systems. Successful completion of this refresher training re-validates working at heights training compliance for three years. NOTE: MOL Working at Heights wallet card with ID number must be available for verification by the instructor. TECH 0646 4 HRS | BA, MI, MU, OS Cross Connection Control This course meets the cross-connection testers training standard outlined by the OWWA (using the AWWA curriculum of training). A final tester's examination is included in the course fee. TECH 0349 36 HRS | BA OWWA Tester Recertification This course meets the cross-connection tester recertification criteria outlined by the Ontario Water Works Association. Upon successful completion of this course, cross connection control testers are eligible to take the OWWA test and practical evaluation to renew their OWWA tester certification. TECH 0471 16 HRS | BA Machining, Introduction Learn the basics of safely operating basic machine shop equipment including lathes, drills and saws through theory and hands-on learning in the machine shop. This is the perfect course to upgrade your skills or for the hobbyist to learn machining techniques. You'll acquire knowledge in machine shop safety, measurement techniques and basic machine operation. TECH 0597 30 HRS | OS Safe Lifting – Marina Operators This theoretical course provides an overall framework of safe lifting for marina operators, supervisors and employers to work within legislative requirements in the Province of Ontario. Course content covers industrial cranes, lift trucks, mobile boat hoists and hydraulic trailers. Lifting tasks using forklifts, cranes, boat hoists and travel lifts will be discussed. Training in hazard recognition in various workplace scenarios is emphasized. NOTE: Employer must supply site-specific training, as required by the definition of competency, on all varied and unique lifting devices found in the field. TECH 0501 12 HRS | MI Welding, Introduction Theory and hands-on instruction lead to safe practice at the basic level of oxy/acetylene cutting, brazing arc and MIG welding. WELD 0035 36 HRS | MI, OS Welding Test Preparation This one-day workshop provides experienced welders with an opportunity to practise welding skills for specific Canadian Welding Bureau Qualification Check Testing. WELD 0019 | 6 HRS | MI Skilled Trades courses ENGINEERING, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SKILLED TRADES 56 ENGINEERING, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SKILLED TRADES | GeorgianCollege.ca BA = BARRIE MI = MIDLAND MU = MUSKOKA (BRACEBRIDGE) OV = ORANGEVILLE OR = ORILLIA OS = OWEN SOUND SGB = SOUTH GEORGIAN BAY (COLLINGWOOD) l Micro-credential ONLINE

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