Monday, May 3rd to Thursday, May 6th
This Ontario Parks Association course is designed to help enhance the competencies of experienced employees, while setting the right foundation blocks for those being introduced to the world of green space maintenance and management. Working safely in a parks environment requires a comprehensive understanding of the tasks at hand and the equipment designed to effectively and efficiently perform the work.
Participants will gain first hand exposure to industry best practices, and are expected to complete their professional development experience by participating in workplace specific training once they return to the workplace. With the knowledge gained from Parks Maintenance and Operations and the Sports Turf Management and Maintenance courses, participants will learn the skills required for the safe operations of small hand tools and larger grass cutting and turf care equipment.
Topics include:
- Understanding legislative requirements set by the Ministries of Labour and Transportation
- Equipment and fleet training and safety
- The Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Current CVOR legislation
- Load security
- Pre-trip inspection
- Fuel handling, safety and storage
- Off-site equipment demonstrations and training
Mandatory Equipment Requirement: Participants must come prepared with proper protective equipment including rain gear and CSA-approved work boots. Failing to arrive with these items will limit participation in hands-on activities to viewing from a safe distance. There will be no exceptions to this requirement.
Facilitators: Paul Ronan, Executive Director, Ontario Parks Association and Tom Mathews, Operations Support Officer, City of Toronto, Parks Branch
