Green Defensive Driving Course is a Web-based learning experience that aims to help participants become safer and greener drivers. Modelled on the Canada Safety Council Defensive Driving Course, this course provides an opportunity to learn not only what is involved in driving defensively but also how to reduce the environmental impact of driving. It is comprised of nine modules that participants can complete at their own pace. There are interactive exercises throughout the course and review quizzes at the end of each module in preparation for the final test. Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate supplied by the Canada Safety Council. The Support Web site includes extra resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

Ce cours est aussi disponible en français.

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Online aims to provide Canadians with the information needed to work safely with and around hazardous materials. The course consists of seven modules and covers topics such as risk assessment, hazard identification, product labels and material safety data sheets. The interactive exercises within the course help reinforce all the important concepts covered in each module. The course takes approximately one hour to complete, and concludes with a final test. The Support Web site includes extra resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

This course can be customized to meet the training needs of your organization.

Ce cours est aussi disponible en français.

Transportation of Dangerous Goods is an exciting online alternative to classroom-based training. It is perfect for workforces on the go! The course content meets the requirements of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act and certificates (valid for three years) are provided by the Jacques Whitford Training Institute (JWTI). This 10 module course provides all the training necessary for shippers, carriers and receivers.  The Support Web site includes extra resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

This course can be customized to meet the training needs of your organization.

Ce cours est aussi disponible en français.

Home Building on Alberta Soils is an innovative online course that also includes a hands-on practicum. The online course aims to provide participants with basic information about Alberta soils and will show the importance of proper building techniques.

Once participants have completed this nine module course, they will have learned how to:

• Identify the basic properties of soils.
• Recognize site conditions that require special attention.
• Describe development requirements from the pre-development stage to post-construction.
• Describe common causes of foundation and structural damage.
• ... and more!

Audio tips and interactive learning exercises throughout the course assist in the retention of the key information.

The Introduction to Atlantic RBCA Version 2 online course aims to provide industry members and consultants with knowledge of the basic principles and concepts of Atlantic RBCA. In addition, it reviews the use of the Atlantic RBCA Toolkit within the Atlantic Canada regulatory context.

Once participants have completed this 12 module course, they will have had the opportunity to:

• Understand how to apply RBCA in the Atlantic Canada regulatory context.
• Learn fundamentals of risk assessment.
• Recognize technical aspects specific to the Atlantic RBCA model.
• Identify approaches to soil vapour assessment.
• Navigate the Atlantic RBCA Toolkit.
• Review case studies.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion with 15 professional development hours. A webinar with an Atlantic RBCA subject matter expert will be scheduled twice a year.

Confined Spaces Entry is an interactive online training program that teaches participants how to work safely in and around confined spaces. The course consists of 10 modules that cover topics such as the Canada Labour Code standards for confined spaces, identifying confined space hazards, and working responsibly in confined spaces. Each module concludes with a trivia game to reinforce key points for participants. The course takes approximately three hours to complete and concludes with a final test. The Support Web site includes extra resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

This course can be customized to meet the training needs of your organization.

Spills Management aims to provide participants with a basic understanding of how to manage spills in the workplace. The course consists of four modules that cover topics such as how to recognize a spill and what to do in the event of a spill. The modules conclude with a trivia game to reinforce the key points covered in each module. The course takes less than one hour to complete and concludes with a final test. The Support Web site includes resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

This course can be customized to meet the training needs of your organization.

Log Book, Hours of Service, and Pre-Trip Inspections is a Web-based program designed to educate commercial motor vehicle drivers. This training program uses demonstrations, interactive activities, and a final test to teach participants the correct procedures and regulations for completing log books and pre-trip inspections. Participants are also informed about the dangers of working more than the designated hours of service. The program consists of four modules and takes approximately three hours to complete. The Support Web site includes extra resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

This course can be customized to meet the training needs of your organization.

Storage Tank Systems Course Online is an online course that teaches participants about the Environmental Code of Practice for Aboveground and Underground Storage Tank Systems Containing Petroleum and Allied Petroleum Products. The Code is a model set of technical requirements designed to protect the environment from leaking aboveground and underground storage tank systems. Each of the nine course modules includes interactive exercises to reinforce course material, and a review quiz. The Support Web site includes extra resources, a glossary and links to related Web sites.

Ce cours est aussi disponible en français.

Small Drinking Water Systems Online Course teaches participants how to select and maintain a small drinking water system and provide safe water to the public. The course has 10 modules that cover the hydrogeological cycle, threats to water quality, the equipment to use to collect, filter and disinfect ground water or surface water, water testing protocols and emergency planning. Two versions of the course are available:

• The Federal version is based on the Guidance for Providing Safe Drinking Water in Areas of Federal Jurisdiction.
• The Ontario version is based on Ontario Regulation 252/05.

Green Procurement Online is designed to increase awareness of why and how to buy green. It is intended for anyone who makes purchases of products and/or services. The course is composed of eight modules which will each take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. Once the final quiz is completed, participants can print a course completion certificate. The Support Web site includes useful documents, tools, a glossary and links to related Web sites.