 
Combining the number of concurrent training programs provides the opportunity to lower costs of delivery.
* Unless otherwise noted, all programs are based on a minimum number of participants. Prices shown are per person, per program and materials and taxes are extra. All prices are subject to change.
The MHSA Mission….
Designated Officer
Increasingly the threat of contracting a communicable disease is a serious risk for emergency workers. This program is designed for emergency services personnel who wish to become the “designated officer” within their organization, as required by the Ministry of Health. This program will provide participants with information about the legislation and guidelines that apply, and how to recognize, assess and control common communicable diseases in the emergency services.
Basic Certification for Police
This program is the first phase of the training process for individuals to be certified under guidelines established by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and enforced by the Ministry of Labour. Workplaces that regularly have 20 or more employees must have at least two personnel that have completed the certification training.
Sector Specific Certification: Police
This program is designed to meet the requirements of Certification Training part two: Workplace Specific Hazard Training requirements as set out by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board. Topics covered in the program are specific to the Police sector and are offered individually or collectively as a program. The modules include: Water and Ice Rescue; Prisoner Handling; Ergonomics; Chemical and TDG Hazards; Electrical; Confined Space and Trenching Rescue; Indoor Air Quality; and Slips, Trips and Falls.
The following courses may be taken independently or collectively as the Sector Specific Certification course:
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Falls are the second largest cause of workplace deaths in North America (motor vehicle accidents are first). They account for 16% of all Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Claims in Ontario. It is often assumed that people fall because the floor is slick, or because they are clumsy or careless. However the reasons are usually more complex. Commonly overlooked reasons include the interaction of the walking surface with shoes; the environment, along with its distractions; and the physical and mental limitations of the victim.
Goal
Upon completion of the Slip, Trips and Falls module, the participants will be able to: recognize and evaluate slip, trip and fall hazards in their workplace; describe the legislation, standards and guidelines that apply to slip, trip and fall hazards; list controls for these hazards; and describe a plan of action to reduce injuries from falls in their workplace.
Police Chemical Hazards
Thousands of different types of chemicals are used in industry and transported on Ontario’s roads. Uncontrolled release of these chemicals can be dangerous to police personnel, the public and/or the environment. Police officers should first recognize the hazard before approaching an incident on the road or in a factory. The Transportation of Dangerous Goods placard, WHIMIS symbols and UN number should be located if possible. The Emergency Response Guide can be used to evaluate the hazard and provide procedures for controlling the hazard.
This program is designed to raise general awareness. To perform an actual hazardous chemical rescue and clean up requires specific hands-on training.
Goal
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to recognize the hazard of a chemical spill, assess the hazard using the Emergency Response Guidebook and list appropriate controls.
Ice / Water Rescue
Police are often first on the scene and must get involved in water and ice rescues. These situations require special training, techniques and equipment to perform an effective rescue and to prevent injury or death to the rescuer. It is important to recognize the hazards involved in water/ice rescues, assess the risks and to determine controls to minimize the risk to the rescuer before starting any rescue.
This is just an awareness program. To do a water or ice rescue requires specific hands-on training.
Goal
Upon completion of this program, the participant will be able to recognize the hazards of a water/ice rescue, assess the risk, determine suitable controls to reduce the risk to the rescuer and identify training needs for their department.
Indoor Air Quality
Problems with indoor air quality are common throughout Ontario, Canada and the World. New buildings are not exempt from this problem and they are, in many cases, worse than older buildings because they are sealed so tightly. The four main elements involved in the development of these problems are the:
• source; HVAC system; pollutant pathways; and occupants.
This is a very important topic because certified members often help solve indoor air quality problems.
Goal
Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to recognize the symptoms and sources of common indoor air quality problems and describe a plan of action to address the problem.
Electrical Safety for Emergency Responders - Awareness Program
Every year electrical contact and the rescue of victims who come into contact with electrical hazards, results in severe injuries and in some cases, fatalities. For that reason, police personnel should not rush into any situation involving electricity without proper training, equipment and backup.
Deaths from electrical contact can be prevented by recognizing the hazard, assessing the environment before acting, and using appropriate control measures.
This is just an awareness program. To do an actual electrical contact rescue requires specific hands-on training.
Goal
At the end of this module the participants will be able to identify the hazards associated with electricity in police services, assess these hazards and recommend controls to eliminate or reduce the hazards.
Gun Range Safety
Police Officers in Ontario are required to carry, and if necessary, use firearms in the performance of their duties. In accordance with the provisions of the Regulations made under the Police Services Act, Police Officers are permitted to carry only weapons that they are annually qualified to use. These qualifications are carried out at a variety of training facilities throughout the province. Firearms training facilities create specific health and safety concerns for the employees using them.
Goal
On completion of this module, the participant will be able to recognize, evaluate and control the health and safety hazards that may be encountered in firearms training facilities.
Health & Safety for Supervisors & Managers
The result of a partnership between the Municipal Health and Safety Association, the Region of York, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, this program is designed to help supervisors and managers comply with legislative requirements and provide a healthy work environment. A wide range of topics is covered, including supervisory responsibilities, legislation, occupational hazard recognition and control, ergonomics and workplace inspections. Includes Bill C-45.
Health & Safety Legislation
This training program is designed to familiarize Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) members, supervisors and managers with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations, and to aid them in identifying their rights and responsibilities in workplace health and safety. . Includes Bill C-45
Bill C-45
The result of a partnership between the Municipal Health and Safety Association, the Region of York, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, this program is designed to help supervisors and managers comply with legislative requirements and provide a healthy work environment. A wide range of topics is covered, including supervisory responsibilities, legislation, occupational hazard recognition and control, ergonomics and workplace inspections. Includes Bill C-45.
Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the science that studies the relationship between a worker and his or her job. Recognizing ergonomic problems and implementing solutions can increase productivity, decrease injuries, and help workers return to work sooner after an injury.
Repetitive strain injuries are not the result of a single action, but build up over time. The symptoms usually start out as a small discomfort but can quickly escalate to a crippling injury. It is important to recognize the risk factors for repetitive strain injuries and use ergonomic principles to improve the workplace. Many of these improvements will not cost a great deal of money.
This module defines ergonomics, explains common risk factors for repetitive strain injuries, and describes some simple solutions.
Goal
On completion of this module, the participant will be able to explain why it is important to apply ergonomic principles in job and task design, identify risk factors for repetitive strain injuries in their workplace, and describe solutions for these problems.
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