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Grade 11, Workplace Preparation
D1. demonstrate an understanding of and compliance with health and safety legislation, standards, and practices as they relate to processes, materials, tools, and equipment used in manufacturing;
D2. demonstrate an understanding of career opportunities in the manufacturing industry and the education, training, and certification required for these careers.
D1. Health and Safety
D2. Career Opportunities
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OVERALL EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
D1.1 identify and explain the importance of the specific components of legislation and standards related to workplace safety in the manufactur- ing industry (e.g., Occupational Health and Safety Act [OHSA], Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System [WHMIS]) and the specific responsibilities of the relevant oversight/regula- tory organizations (e.g., Workplace Safety and Insurance Board [WSIB], Industrial Accident Prevention Association [IAPA], Construction Safety Association of Ontario [CSAO]);
D1.2 demonstrate good housekeeping practices
in the work environment (e.g., preventing and cleaning up spills and leaks, keeping areas clean and clear of obstructions, properly organizing tools and equipment);
D1.3 handle materials safely and appropriately in compliance with the information included in the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS);
D1.4 describe health and safety roles, responsibili- ties, and procedures in manufacturing (e.g., concerning choice of equipment and materials, main- tenance of equipment, storing of materials and equipment, inspection of facilities and equipment, in-service and training);
D1.5 demonstrate the safe use of tools and equip- ment in compliance with safety manuals, instructions, and institutional requirements;
D1.6 use protective clothing and equipment as required to ensure their own and others’ safety in the work environment.
By the end of this course, students will:
D2.1 identify employment opportunities available in the manufacturing industry locally, provin- cially, and nationally;
D2.2 identify the training and certification required (e.g., by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities – Workplace Training Branch) to become a skilled tradesperson in the manufac- turing industry;
D2.3 research and report on opportunities available locally to obtain certifications and/or training that it would be beneficial to have if they are pursuing a career in manufacturing (e.g., cardio- pulmonary resuscitation [CPR], Standard First Aid, fall protection training, Canadian Welding Bureau certification);
D2.4 identify groups and programs that are avail- able to support students who are interested in pursuing non-traditional career choices in the manufacturing industry (e.g., mentoring programs, virtual networking/support groups, specialized postsecondary programs, relevant trade/industry associations);
D2.5 demonstrate an understanding of and apply the Essential Skills that are important for success in the manufacturing industry, as identified in the Ontario Skills Passport (e.g., decision making, job task planning and organizing, problem solving);
D. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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