March 10, 2025
Free load securement training for landscape professionals
March 25, 2025 at Gear Up for Spring
Ancaster Fairgrounds | 630 Trinity Road, RR 1, Jerseyville
This no-cost training is delivered by experienced instructors with real-world expertise in securing heavy machinery, ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and Highway Traffic Act regulations.
Who should attend?
- Crew leaders and supervisors.
- Equipment operators and drivers.
- Employees responsible for securing and transporting equipment
Why attend?
- Expert-led training at no cost to your business.
- Hands-on learning for immediate application.
- Prevent equipment damage and liability risks.
- Comply with provincial and industry regulations.
- Qualifies for CAP funding to support workforce development.
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What your team will learn:
Classroom session
- What is required to properly load and secure different equipment.
- General cargo securement requirements and legal compliance.
- Principles for securing heavy vehicles, equipment and machinery.
- Understanding basic physics principles and the law of physics behind load shifts.
Hands-on practical training (peer-to-peer instruction and demonstrations)
- Inspecting and verifying tie-down equipment for safety and compliance.
- Proper use of securing devices to prevent load shifts.
- Determining weight distribution and attachment requirements.
- Conducting mid-trip inspections to ensure ongoing safety.
- Adjusting for height clearance and weight shifts during transport.
Secure your spot – limited spaces available!
Don’t miss this opportunity to equip your team with essential skills, reduce liability risks and enhance workplace safety.Qualified participants can have their costs covered through the Skills Development Fund. Seats for this training are limited and will be secured on a first-come, first-served basis. To confirm your spot, all required program documents must be completed and submitted. Failure to do so may result in forfeiting your seat. Please submit your documents as soon as possible to guarantee your participation