ELEVATING DEVICES MECHANIC CERTIFICATION PROGRAM. Education and Training (Class A and H )

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1 ELEVATING DEVICES MECHANIC CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Education and Training (Class A and H ) August 2013

2 Workshop Facilitators Jim Rudolph Training Consultant Dan Royston BCSA Safety Officer Erin Cardona BCSA Education Business Partner

3 Please Introduce Yourself Who you are Where you work If you could take your dream vacation anywhere in the world -- where would you go?

4 Workshop Agenda Review Transition Plan Educational Requirements Safety Prerequisites Continuing Education Supplementary Courses Approval Process Wrap up

5 House Rules This is an interactive workshop, so please: Participate Ask questions Silence cell phones Have fun!

6 BCSA Applicant Transition Plan July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July July 1st Oct 1st Dec 31st Open to receive applications Last day to accept grandparenting applications Last day to accept other applications Jan 1st June 30 th - Transition plans ends July 1 st All individuals performing regulated work must be certified or registered as a MIT. Note: Individuals who are not certified will not be able to work on regulated elevating devices after July 1 st, Process grandparenting applications First day to accept MIT and MR applications Process challenge, granted, and other Canadian jurisdiction applications Begin challenge exam process Process mechanic-in-training registrations

7 Why Have Training? Based on your experience, why is it important to train employees in an organization?

8 Employee Communications What are some of the ways that you use to communicate information to your employees and co-workers? What works what doesn t work?

9 Defining Certification Mechanic Certification Education Experience (passport signoff) Sets a standard for individuals working in the elevating devices industry.

10 Determining Educational Requirements (Class A ) What is the individual s level of experience and education? 12 out of 17 years hands-on experience Yes Grandparented (No further education required) No 12,000 hours hands-on experience Yes Challenge (No further education required) No 8,000 hours hands-on experience + approved education Yes Granted (No further education required) No MIT Enroll in an Approved Education Program

11 Determining Educational Requirements (Class H ) What is the individual s level of experience and education? 4 out of 6 years hands-on experience Yes Grandparented (No further education required) No 6,000 hours hands-on experience Yes Challenge (No further education required) No 4,000 hours hands-on experience + approved education + supplementary courses Yes Granted (No further education required) No MIT Enroll in an Approved Education Program

12 Mechanic In Training Requirements The individual must: Complete 24 hours of approved safety training prior to starting work with a Licensed Contractor. Register with BCSA as a MIT. Enroll in an approved educational program within one year of registration. Re-certify with BCSA on an annual basis. These are all terms and conditions of MIT certification.

13 MIT Educational Requirements (Class A) Requirement Path 1 Path 2 Path 3 Path 4 Technical Training Electrical Level 1 & 2 Millwright Level 1 & 2 CET CEIEP (IUEC) Recognized apprenticeship (within Canada) Safety (24 hrs) Supplementary 1 Supplementary 2 Supplementary 3 Supplementary 4 1. BC Safety Standards Act; BC Elevating Devices Safety Regulations; and, BC Safety Standards General Regulation (4 hrs) 2. B44 Safety Code for Elevator and Escalators; and B355 Lifts for Persons with Physical Disabilities (4 hrs) 3. CET courses 2, 3, 5, 8, 10, 11, and Canadian Electrical Code Section 38 (4 hrs)

14 Educational Requirements (Class H) Requirement Path 1 Path 2 Technical Training BCIT Electrical Level 1 & 2 BCIT Millwright Level 1 & 2 CAT Safety (24 hrs) Supplementary 1 Supplementary 2 Supplementary 3 Supplementary 4 Supplementary 5 Supplementary 6 1. BC Safety Standards Act; BC Elevating Devices Safety Regulations; and, BC Safety Standards General Regulation (4 hrs) 2. B355 Lifts for Persons with Physical Disabilities (4 hrs) 3. CAT reference materials from courses 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 4. Product specific training for the maintenance of elevating devices cabs, carriages, and platform cabs (4 hrs) 5. Product specific training for repair of hydraulic systems (12 hrs) 6. Canadian Electrical Code Section 38

15 Path 1 Educational Provider (please refer to table in your training binder) What Electrical Level 1 & 2 Millwright Level 1 & 2 Where When How Burnaby Ongoing, multiple starts during year In-class, instructor-led

16 Path 1 Educational Provider (please refer to table in your training binder) What EDM Apprenticeship, Levels 1, 2, and 3 Where When How Pickering, Ontario Levels 1, 2, and 3 are offered every year In-class, instructor-led

17 Path 1 Educational Provider (please refer to table in your training binder) What Where When How Note CET (Certified Elevator Technician) CAT (Certified Accessibility Technician) US-based Ongoing, open registration Online, self-study Must have access to CET-S / CAT-S (company administrator of program)

18 Path 1 Educational Provider (please refer to table in your training binder) Elevating Devices Training Academy What Where When How Note EDM-A Ontario Ongoing Online, (real time, instructor-led sessions) Minimum of 10 registrations required for training provider to run a class.

19 Tips for Starting an Educational Program Check program start times Check course prerequisites Register early Setup a study schedule Form a cohort group

20 Safety Prerequisite Requirement Options for Training All MITs require 24 hours of approved safety training. Approved Training IUEC Local 82 Elevating Devices Academy (online program) Other Options 1 In-house training Post-secondary institutions, i.e., BCIT Private training providers (online, in-class) Contractor works with private training provider to develop training 1. These options require pre-approval by BCSA.

21 Topics for Safety Training Primary Topics Safety training consists of the following topics: Controlling workplace hazards Complying with OHS regulations and WSBC standards Using WHMIS Using PPE Applying fire protection practices Using hand, power, and alignment tools Need more info? Details of learning outcomes, learning tasks, and guidelines for program content are shown in the program outlines (available online).

22 Continuing Education Requirement Options for Training All Certified Elevating Devices Mechanics are required to complete 24 hours of approved continuing education every three years. Private training providers Vendors/suppliers In-house training Post-secondary institutions, e.g. BCIT Online courses Note: 1. All continuing education courses require pre-approval by BCSA. 2. BCSA s Elevating Devices Safety Manger reserves the right to determine a contractor s continuing education needs. For example, there may be an identified need for training on a particular type of braking system.

23 Categories for Continuing Education Technical OEM procedures Electrical/electronics Processors Etc. Training must be product specific and have a hands on component. Codes & Regulations New requirements Etc. Safety Fall arrest WHMIS certification WorkSafeBC seminars Etc. Strive for a balance of hours between the three categories.

24 Continuing Education Activities What are some of the activities that your company currently undertakes for continuing education?

25 Supplementary Courses (codes and regs) Current Status BCSA currently developing course outlines Options for Training In-house training Private training providers (online, in-class)

26 The Approval Process Courses and Programs that Qualify How to get a course/program approved Creating a detailed proposal & course outline General expectations

27 Courses and Programs that Qualify Formal Education: Offered at Institutions like BCIT or Durham College In-House Education: Courses or programs developed/offered by a company to their employees

28 Benefits of In-House Training Lower cost per employee Employer can cover cost Consistency in staff training Convenient delivery schedules Specialized/One-off training

29 Getting Approved 1. Complete & Submit an Expression of Interest Form 2. Review education program expectations with BCSA 3. Submit a Detailed Proposal 4. Respond to feedback if necessary ALL forms should be submitted by to: elevator.mechanic.certification@safetyauthority.ca

30 Resources

31 General Expectations All Course or Programs should have: A defined target audience (ex. Class A, C, H or MR) Qualified Trainers Availability of a notice of completion (ex. certificate) Learning outcomes Assessment methods and standards

32 Detailed Proposal & Course Outline The Course Outline should include: o Course description o Lesson Plan o Learning Outcomes o Assessment Method & Standards Additional Information in the Detailed Proposal: o Delivery method o Sample of learning tools o Course availability/schedule o Sample of notice of completion o Attendance requirements

33 When Approved Letter of Agreement issued to training provider Information posted on the BCSA website Links provided to program/content if available online Terms and Conditions: You understand that your course and/or course materials will be audited by BCSA for quality assurance You are responsible for communicating any changes in materials/content to BCSA in order to remain approved We reserve the right to revoke approval if the quality of the program or course offered does not maintain the standards for approval.

34 Additional Information Applications for course approval will continue on an ongoing basis. Trainers/Training Programs are expected to maintain records of all participants and issue a notice of completion. Participants: are expected to take training approved by BCSA keep copies of notices of completion submit notices of completion with skills passport to BCSA for review by BCSA when applying for re-certification

35 Wrap Up Continuing Education Safety Prerequisites Supplementary Courses Educational Requirements Education Workshop Approval Process

36 Grandparenting Applications Please To: BCSA Important: Grandparenting Application Enclosed Remember Deadline to submit grandparenting applications to BCSA is October 1st, 2013.

37 BCSA Contacts Dan Royston Safety Officer Elevating Devices (c) Irvine Jay Safety Officer Elevating Device (w)

38 Questions Questions