Supervision is critical to the safety of forestry workers. BC Forest Safety Council courses provide participants with skills and knowledge to help them oversee their workers effectively.
These in-person and online courses are suitable for new or existing forest supervisors.
BCFSC In-person Training
Benefits of in-person supervisor training:
- Experienced, hands-on instructors who can answer questions and discuss issues that arise in our industry, including how to achieve positive outcomes
- Valuable interaction with industry peers through group activities
- Printed materials which are a useful reference back at your operation
- Scheduled courses in numerous regional locations
- Opportunity for groups to train together at their desired location (through our requested training delivery model).
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BCFSC Online Training
Online training is suitable for individuals who are unable to attend in-person courses or prefer online learning. It’s also a good refresher for those who have previously attended our in-person supervisor courses. Click on the course names below for more information:
- Cornerstones of Effective Safety Supervision – Forest Supervisor
- Basics of Due Diligence – Forest Supervisor
- Orientation, Training and Skills Development – Forest Supervisor
- Hazard Identification, Inspection and Investigation – Forest Supervisor
- Basics of Effective Communication – Forest Supervisor
- Basics of Leadership and Professionalism – Forest Supervisor
- Phase Congestion
- Serious Incident and Fatality Investigation
Other Training Options