Construction Safety Training in Canada
Construction safety training is one of the most important investments a company can make to protect workers, reduce injuries, prevent costly downtime, and meet Canadian occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations. The construction industry has unique hazards — from elevated work and heavy equipment operation to fall risks, hazardous materials, and power tools — that require targeted safety solutions.
At Safety Canada, our construction safety courses are designed to help employers and workers gain the knowledge and skills needed to recognize hazards, follow safe work practices, and build an effective safety culture. Whether managing a construction site or performing hands-on tasks, these training solutions support compliance, risk reduction, and stronger on-site performance.
Our Popular Courses
Construction Safety Orientation
Construction Safety Orientation
Fall Protection and Prevention Training
Fall Protection and Prevention Training
Confined Space Awareness for Construction
Confined Space Awareness for Construction
Confined Space Awareness for Construction addresses hazards associated with confined spaces commonly found in construction environments, such as manholes, vaults, and utility pits. This training covers hazard identification and safe entry procedures.
Scaffold Safety and Inspection Training
Scaffold Safety and Inspection Training
Scaffold Safety and Inspection Training educates workers and supervisors on safe scaffold erection, inspection protocols, hazard mitigation, and compliance requirements to reduce fall and collapse risks.
Key Benefits of Commercial Transportation Safety Training
Compliance & Employer Due Diligence
Employers in the construction industry have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to protect workers under Canadian occupational health and safety legislation. Providing formal construction safety training demonstrates employer due diligence, supports compliance with provincial OHS requirements, and strengthens documented safety systems that reduce liability in the event of an inspection or incident.
Training empowers teams to identify foreseeable hazards, communicate safe expectations, and act confidently in high-risk situations — protecting both workers and the business.
Construction Safety Courses
Basic Rigger and Signalman (OSHA)
Basic Rigger and Signalman (OSHA)
An OSHA-Compliant training course online for riggers and signalers. I-CAB Recognized. This basic rigger and signaler class covers an introduction to rigging, determining load weight, sling angles and stresses, center of gravity, basic hitches, sling types, lifting hardware, below-the-hook-devices...
Hydraulic Safety in Construction
Hydraulic Safety in Construction
Though hydraulic-operated equipment is used in all areas of construction, many workers are unaware of their associated hazards. This online course teaches workers about the hazards involved when working with or around hydraulic equipment.
Ladder Safety for Construction (US)
Ladder Safety for Construction (US)
Health Hazards in Construction
Health Hazards in Construction
Scissor Lifts for Construction
Scissor Lifts for Construction
This online course introduces workers to scissor lifts, makes them aware of the hazards associated with these lifts, and gives them the information they need to work safely using a scissor lift or working near one.
OSHA Inspections for Construction & Multi-Employer Worksites
OSHA Inspections for Construction & Multi-Employer Worksites
Construction Safety Orientation
Construction Safety Orientation
Hot Work for Construction
Hot Work for Construction
Personal Protective Equipment Overview for Construction: Using and Maintaining PPE
Personal Protective Equipment Overview for Construction: Using and Maintaining PPE
Safety and You for Construction: Encouraging Safe Work
Safety and You for Construction: Encouraging Safe Work
Slips, Trips and Falls for Construction – Global
Slips, Trips and Falls for Construction – Global
Safety and You for Construction: Supervisor Role
Safety and You for Construction: Supervisor Role
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should take construction safety courses?
Construction safety courses are suitable for workers, supervisors, forepersons, and employer representatives involved in construction operations.
Are construction safety courses required in Canada?
Many construction safety courses are required or strongly recommended under provincial OHS regulations and industry standards, especially when hazardous tasks or elevated work is involved.
Are these courses delivered online?
Yes, Safety Canada offers online and self-paced construction safety courses that can be taken where and when learners are ready.
Do learners receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, learners receive a certificate upon successful completion of each construction safety course.