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Mining - An Industry That Could Be Fatal
Although we have seen a change for the better in recent years, mining remains one of the most dangerous industries in Canada. According to Workplace Safety North, a non-profit health & safety association in Ontario, 906 injuries and 12 work-related fatalities were reported throughout the province in 2018 alone.
During the same year, only 22,437 people were employed in the mining sector in Ontario, which means that more than 4% of the total number of employees experienced injuries at work. The number is only comparable with statistics from the Logging & Forestry industry, which, in 2018, was considered the most dangerous sector to work in.
The causes for most work-related injuries or illnesses in Mining were excessive physical effort (44%), improper use of equipment (24%), contact with electricity or hazardous substances (21%), as well as falls (11%). The packages described below include safety courses that are designed to help you prevent precisely these types of accidents while at work. The courses are selected according to the requirements of the most common jobs in Mining.
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18 coursesMining Industry
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Course Duration: 1h 15m
Course Duration: 1h 15m
The mining industry has a reputation for being a risky business, with health risks that are varied and often quite serious, leading to a high number of incidents every year. This training course covers the main steps of the incident investigation process, useful for any supervisor, manager, health and safety committee member, or member of an incident investigation team.
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$26.95
Price per course
Course Duration: 1h 20m
Course Duration: 1h 20m
4% of the total number of employees, employed in the mining sector, experience injuries at work, most of them due to lack of training in hazard identification and control. This course focuses on identifying and controlling hazards, as well as how to report them or refuse work if you don't consider it safe.
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$26.95
Price per course
Course Duration: 1h 00m
Course Duration: 1h 00m
It is inevitable that during mining activities, the soil profile is altered, thus resulting in the disturbance of the ground. Employees involved in the mining sector must undergo ground disturbance safety training in order to have a better understanding of the risks and hazards involved. This course helps workers acknowledge the hazards of ground disturbance, as well as how to control and prevent any accident.
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$47.95
Price per course
Course Duration: 1h 10m
Course Duration: 1h 10m
Very little can happen in mining without electricity. From drilling equipment and powered shovels to fixed and mobile conveyors, most equipment requires electrical power. In order to keep work safe, miners should be aware of electricity hazards, including arc flash. This course is designed for workers with little or no electrical training, but who may be required to perform activities near electrical equipment.
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$32.95
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Course Duration: 1h 45m
Course Duration: 1h 45m
Heavy containers are often moved by miners and industrial truck drivers using cranes. However, these vehicles can become extremely dangerous for both the operator and other workers if not handled properly. This course teaches you how to work safely either with or around crane and rigging systems.
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$32.95
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Course Duration: 1h 50m
Course Duration: 1h 50m
In some mining locations, temperatures can dip below -50°C, where there are treacherous surroundings and a real chance of frostbite. In other places, ambient rock temperatures can reach up to 55°C due to encompassing magma. Therefore, it’s a necessity to stay efficient and effective in the face of these challenges.
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$26.95
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Course Duration: 45m
Course Duration: 45m
The majority of work-related Mining accidents can be avoided or mitigated through the proper use of personal protective equipment (or PPE). This course teaches you about the different types of protective equipment for your upper body, lower body, and head, as well as about correct use and maintenance.
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$32.95
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Course Duration: 55m
Course Duration: 55m
Although Asbestos is not found in all mines, many of them are contaminated with Asbestos dust, which can be extremely dangerous for those who inhale it. This training program offers information about the nature of Asbestos, potential hazards associated with this substance, as well as safety standards that you can uphold to protect yourself against it at work.
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$26.95
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Course Duration: 45m
Course Duration: 45m
Respirable dust and airborne toxic substances are pressing concerns for almost all workers in the Mining industry. This course focuses on the proper use and maintenance of protective equipment, which can help you shield yourself from long-term illnesses of the respiratory system.
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$36.95
Price per course
Course Duration: 40m
Course Duration: 40m
Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) such as Uranium, Thorium, and the by-products associated with their decay are commonly found in mines. This training program teaches you how to recognize NORM and work safely in an environment where such substances are present.
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$26.95
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Course Duration: 1h 35m
Course Duration: 1h 35m
Fires are dangerous in all working environments, but can have particularly devastating consequences in enclosed spaces such as mining shafts. This awareness course describes a set of safety measures that you can apply to prevent a fire, as well as the optimal response in case of an outbreak.
Type a quantity
$32.95
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Course Duration: 40m
Course Duration: 40m
Power sources and electrical equipment can become hazardous when placed and used inside a mine. This awareness course is designed for those who work around electricity and provides a set of safety measures that can be applied to avoid electricity-related injury.
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$32.95
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Course Duration: 1h 55m
Course Duration: 1h 55m
According to the Government of Canada’s Hazardous Products Act, all employees who are likely to come in contact with hazardous materials while at work are required to undergo the WHMIS training program. This course provides information on how to identify and safely handle hazardous materials to maintain your safety and that of other workers.
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$22.95
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Course Duration: 45m
Course Duration: 45m
The second most common cause of injury in Mining has to do with the incorrect use of equipment. This course draws your attention to the importance of properly turning off dangerous machinery or power sources to maintain a safe environment at work. Its focus is the lockout-tagout procedure, which you can learn in order to secure perilous equipment while it is not in use.
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$32.95
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Course Duration: 1h 40m
Course Duration: 1h 40m
Almost all employees in the Mining sector may, at one point, be required to enter and work in very limited spaces. This awareness course is designed to help you evaluate a confined space and its ventilation so that you may conduct your tasks safely even in these potentially hazardous environments.
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$42.95
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Course Duration: 2h 30m
Course Duration: 2h 30m
Workers in the mining industry must be able to recognize different classes of dangerous goods, use the right means of containment, and follow the correct behaviour in case of an emergency. This comprehensive course in TDG teaches workers how to recognize and correctly communicate the nature and level of danger associated with specific chemicals, as well as how to transport them.
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$22.95
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Course Duration: 1h 23m
Course Duration: 1h 23m
Miners are often required to conduct work-related tasks through H2S zones. Hydrogen Sulfide (or H2S) is a poisonous gas that can be fatal if not handled properly. This course gives you information about identifying, measuring, and working with H2S, while also outlining potential hazards and safety precautions.
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$42.95
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Course Duration: 1h 50m
Course Duration: 1h 50m
Ontario employees should note that any construction-related work requires the regional “Working at Heights” (WAH) certification instead. Newfoundland and Labrador employees must undergo a minimum 2-day WorkplaceNL-approved “hands-on” training course.
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$47.95
Price per course
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