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BC Electrical Code: Home Study
Learn the correct interpretations of BC Code rules and a working knowledge of the BC Safety Standards Act, BC General Regulation, Electrical Safety Regulation and the BC Authorization Procedures for electrical contractors. An approved Technical Safety BC course enabling you to write the Field Safety Representative Exam. The student is responsible for purchasing a copy of the 2018 Electrical Code.
Register Now: view current course listings and register online.
Call Nelson Silver King campus for more information 250.354.3220
BC Low Energy Code, Class LO: Home Study
Train to act as a Field Safety Representative and install circuits with a power supply limited in accordance to Class 2 circuits, maximum 100 volt amperes; with exception of a branch circuit from an existing panel board or extension of an existing branch circuit wiring, rated at 15 ampere, 120 volt, to an outlet installed specifically for a Class 2 power supply. The 5 modules prepare you to write the Technical Safety BC Class Low Energy Systems (LO) certification exam.
The student is responsible for purchasing a copy of the 2018 Electrical Code.
Nelson: Silver King Campus $389 with Jim Paterson
- Online course, continuous intake
Register Now: view current course listings and register online.
CFC/HCFC/HFC/Control in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Training Course
This environmental awareness training course is based on Environment Canada's "Code of Practice for Reducing CFC Emissions in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems". Please note this course is strictly theory and does not incorporate hands-on training. You will receive HRAI certification.
Register Now: Course is currently available in Nelson (Silver King) on November 21
Commercial Vehicle Inspection
For journeymen automotive, commercial transport and heavy duty mechanics who work or with to work for a designated Inspection Facility. Employers to sign up for Vehicle Inspection Standards online before the start of the course.
Students are required to bring a copy of their Red Seal Certificate (regardless of province of issue). Students will need their Trade Qualification and Red Seal Qualification numbers to complete the Declaration of Responsibility form.
For your reference, please see here the Participant Information form that students are required to complete.
Visit Vehicle Safety & Inspection Standards Online for more information.
Register Now: Course is currently available Nelson (Silver King) beginning November 6
Commercial Vehicle Inspection Designated Inspection Facility Operator
For persons designated or directly responsible for the day to day business operation of a commercial vehicle inspection facility. All DIF operators must have working knowledge of all applicable Motor Vehicle Act, Regulations and vehicle inspection requirements. To become a DIF operator you must successfully complete the qualification exam and application package.
Register Now: Course is currently available in Nelson (Silver King) beginning November 6
Forklift Operator Certification
Learn safe operation techniques, current regulations, common types of forklifts, and pre-shift inspections. Pick up your manual in advance. On-site contract rates are available for groups. Steel-toed boots are required. Selkirk College/Ives Certificate valid for 3 years.
Register Now: Course is currently available in Nelson (Silver King) beginning September 12
Industrial Rigging
Learn to identify basic hazards & controls, sling loads, how to check the setup, plan safe raising, moving and lowering of loads through work areas, and in depth advice on equipment & rigging problems. Selkirk College Certificate is valid for 3 years.
Register Now: Course is currently available in Nelson (Silver King) on Novmeber 7
Refrigeration Plant Operator: Home Study
This online 10-unit Technical Safety BC approved course is one of the requirements to challenge the Refrigeration Operator's Certificate of Qualification. Phone tutorials for seven months are included. Students are responsible for purchasing textbooks: Refrigeration Plant Operator, Edtion 2, Parts 1 & 2, and the Academic Supplement (Steam & Refrigeration Tables) through PanGlobal. Textbooks extra.
Nelson: Silver King campus $499 with Jason Craig
- Online, Continuous Intake. View full details within the Industry and Trades Training programs page.
Register Now: view current course listings and register online.
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