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Common Safety Orientation (CSO)
This course provides workers new to the energy industry with foundational health and safety concepts to support safe work performance. Participants will learn about safe work practices, emergency preparedness and response procedures, reporting incidents and near misses, apply the 10 Life Saving Rules, and identify and address workplace hazards.
CSO is available online or in the classroom. The online version is available for access on any computer that has a webcam.
Upon Completion
Students must pass a proctored exam with a minimum grade of 80%. Upon successful completion of the course, they will be provided with a Certificate of Completion that does not expire.Topics Covered
- Personal accountability for a safe work environment
- Contributing to a respectful workplace
- Arriving ready to work
- Introduction to the Energy Wheel and SIF (Serious Incidents and Fatalities) prevention
- Identifying common hazards in the energy industry
- Hazard assessment
- Life Saving Rules
- Emergency preparedness and response procedures
- Reporting incidents and near misses
- Safe work communications
Online Course Requirements
- A supported operating system for Windows or Apple
- Stable internet connection with a supported web browser
- Web Camera
- Speakers / Microphone (headset recommended)
- Printer to print the certificate after successfully completing the course
- Government-issued, photo ID
Notes
Participants have five attempts to pass the final exam. Please review all course material thoroughly between attempts.
If all attempts are unsuccessful, re-registration into the course is required. Fees will apply.
Please contact Customer Service 1-800-667-5557.
The course can be accessed at any time through your online account for 90 days from initial registration.
For additional course registration support, please contact Energy Safety Canada.