Same level falls, holes, mezzanines, scaffolding, platforms, ladders, stepladders, roofs, towers or skyscrapers, etc.: opportunities to fall are everywhere. Year after year, falls are among the leading causes of workplace deaths. This training addresses the main situations that expose workers to the risk of falls and includes the basic principles and techniques of fall protection to recognize and prevent potential hazards associated with working at heights.

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Fire extinguishers are first response tool allowing to act on incipient fire. The source of a fire may vary, and using the wrong extinguisher type can not only be ineffective, but can, in some cases, aggravate a situation. This training covers the fire extinguisher types, and explains how to use them and maintain their good condition.

Lift trucks are now used everywhere, in all sectors, to handle heavy loads. The worker must therefore know the good practices to apply when using them.

As part of this training, you will learn more about the several types of lift trucks, accident causes, stability principle, operator safety, and general safety rules of the equipment.

RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITE TRAINING: * FALL PROTECTION AND PREVENTION - INTRODUCTION (SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS) * FALL PROTECTION AND PREVENTION - LADDERS AND STEPLADDERS Any worker having to work at heights should know the risks associated with his tasks, and know what means of protection to use, to prevent incidents. As part of this training, you will learn more about the main risks of falling and the means of control, the life-saving procedure and the risks associated with hanging, as well as the inspection, adjustment, and maintenance procedures of personal fall protection equipment.