Course Description
An introduction to knowledge and skills required to work safely and reduce risk of injury in the shellfish industry. Topics include: fundamental safety information in the context of a workplace Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management Plan; hazards and risks; ergonomics; protective equipment; on-farm mechanical safety; knot-tying and bear awareness.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this two-day course, the participant will be able to:
- Address and reduce or eliminate the workplace hazards commonly found in the BC shellfish farming industry
- Obtain fundamental safety information relevant to the shellfish industry within the perspective of a workplace Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management Plan.
Upcoming Deliveries and Registration Information
See our program schedule for a list of all upcoming NREP course deliveries. If this course is not currently noted in the schedule, please contact NREP@viu.ca to enquire about future opportunities. Prior to registering for any NREP course, please review the program's registration guidelines, including important refund policy information.