In this course, the students examine the safety aspects of a career in a construction-related field, with particular reference to precautions taken on entering a working construction site, as well as precautions related to workplace harassment and violence prevention.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Codes
- Safety materials
- Safety equipment
- Protective clothing
- Protective devices
- Hearing protection
- Fall protection systems
- Temporary structures and excavations
- Elevating devices
- Confined spaces
- Harassment and violence prevention in the workplace
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.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
PLAR is assessed through 1) challenge exam and 2) an interview with the Department Leader or designate.
† 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.