This course focusses on occupational safety relating to the collision repair industry - from legal obligations to practical applications and procedures to ensure a safe working environment is provided to and by each student. Students learn general shop safety practices, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS), fire prevention, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency procedures and environmental safety such as hazardous material handling, storage and disposal.
Prerequisites
What you will learn
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Respiratory Protection
- Hazardous Materials
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
- Fire Safety
- Alternate Fuel Vehicle Safety
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70540 |
September 8, 2026 to September 24, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lab |
VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.