Elevating Devices Mechanic 24-Hour Safety Certification Program

The Bigfoot Training Academy Elevating Devices Mechanic 24-Hour Safety Certification Program provides specific safety training that Class A, C, & H Elevator Mechanics are required to complete initially and every three years to maintain certification. 

This Technical Safety BC approved course is offered over 3 x 8-hour days and trains participants in the core safety fundamentals of the daily duties performed by Elevating Devices Mechanics.

Beyond being great people, Bigfoot Training Instructors selected to run this course have a long history of industry experience and continue to uphold the highest safety training standards that we are known for.

Our well refined teaching methods allow participants to gain knowledge through classroom theory and hands-on practical training with assessments for each module to confirm competency.

Course Outline

Day 1

Module 1 – Due diligence, Rights & Responsibilities, OHSR, Injury Management

Module 2 – Hazard Assessment, & Control, Inspections, Housekeeping, PPE

Module 3 - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS/GHS)

Module 4 – Fire Prevention (NFPA 10), Environmental Safety, Using Hand Tools

Day 2

Module 1 – De-Energization and Lockout, Using Power Tools

Module 2 – Electrical Safety & Exposure Control

Module 3 – Safe Use of Ladders, Scaffolding & Platforms

Module 4 – Public Safety, Hoisting & Rigging

Day 3

Module 1 – Introduction to Fall Protection, Hierarchy, Fall Arrest vs. Fall Restraint

Module 2 – Equipment Inspection, Fall Protection Plans, Fall Protection Knots

Module 3 – Practical Hands-on Exercises

Module 4 – Course Review, Written Exam

The goal of this 24-Hour Safety Certification Program is to equip students for a safe career as an Elevating Devices Mechanic by learning essential safety skills plus identifying and controlling hazards with confidence.

Tuition and Fees

$1,300.00 + GST (includes all assessment, rigging certification fees and manual)

Entrance Requirements

• Fluent English

Location

Our first-class Training Center located in Abbotsford BC provides a comfortable and inspiring learning environment where everyone is welcome.