Head Protection (CA)
Injuries to the head are devastating yet highly preventable incidents. The risk of head injuries is significantly reduced by wearing a hard hat that is sized and worn correctly. Head protection (PPE) is covered by Occupational Health and Safety legislation in the respective province or territory.
This course covers the importance of head protection in the workplace and employers’ legal obligations. It also examines the different types and classes of hard hats and why wearing one could be lifesaving.
Covered in this course:
- Importance of head protection
- Impact of a head injury
- Comply with legal regulations for head protection
- Types and classes of hard hats
- Proper use and care of hard hats