Monday, May 3rd to Thursday, May 6th
This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles and techniques associated with practical maintenance applications in recreation facilities.
Topics include:
What is Building Maintenance
- Asset management
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Understanding your role in life-cycle planning
A Brief Introduction to the OHSA and Other Guiding Legislation
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Roles as setout in the OHSA
- Health ad safety law
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PPE and you
Working with Volunteers and Outside Contractors
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Definition of a contractor
- Our role when contractors are on site
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Pros and Cons of contracting out work
Building Types, Design and Materials
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Building materials used in construction recreation facilities
- Construction methods
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Roofing systems
- Snow loading issues
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Problems associated with aging recreation facilities
Setting-up a Building Maintenance and Upkeep Plan
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Benefits of a written plan
- Role of the JHSC
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What the OHSA says about inspections
- The difference between:
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Operational manuals
- Maintenance logs
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Inspection logs
- Developing the inspection plan
Slips, Trips and Falls
- Recognizing fall hazards
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The 2-main types of falls
Working at Height
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What the MoL says about the issue
- When fall protection is required
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Key components of fall protection equipment
- How to use scaffolding correctly
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Ladder safety
Confined Space Entry
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What legislation controls confined space entry
- What is a confined space
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Who is responsible for confined space entry
Doors
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What the Fire Code says about doors
- Preventative maintenance programs for doors
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Preventing door blockage strategies
- Push and panic bars
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Facility Water Fixtures and Systems
HVAC Systems
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How different fan systems work
- The Fire Code and HVAC
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Preventative maintenance for HVAC systems
- Boilers and water heaters
Working Safety with Electricity and Liquid Piping
- Ontario Electrical Code
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When you will need an electrical permit
- Lockout and tag out obligations
Fire Code Regulations
- Fire safety inspection requirements
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Fire Protection and Prevention Act
- Fire department access obligations
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Alarm testing certificate obligations
Lighting
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Recreational facility lighting level requirements
- Types of lighting
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What are T8 and T5 lighting systems
- LED Technology and how its impacting our business
Energy Management
- Defining basic facility operational tasks
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Different types of floors found in recreation facilities
- Sweeping
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Vacuuming
- Mopping
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Role of floor matting
- Do you have a keen eye for facility problems
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Keeping stock and inventory of parts, tools, and equipment
- Know your building shut offs and other key operational requirements
Facilitators: Frederick Horvath, BA, RRFA, CMM III Director of Operations, Municipality of Clarington, LouAnn Birkett, C.P.P., AMCT, Purchasing Manager, Regional Municipality of Durham, George Acorn, Facility Manager, Municipality of Clarington
