b'CSAM NEWSADAPTING SAFETY TRAINING TO SUIT YOUCSAMs evolution of training optionsWith a global pandemic and provincial restrictions onper year we can provide that. With virtual training, we can indoor gatherings, 2020 has brought challenges forreach anyone in the province at any time.delivering classroom safety trainingbut the ConstructionNot all courses are available virtually, however. Some Safety Association of Manitoba (CSAM) has adapted. courses require practical components.CSAM has increased its selection of online courses,Safety Auditor is an example of a course that requires decreased classroom sizes throughout the summer to allowpractical training, Storey says. We can offer the theoretical for physical distancing and hygiene protocols, and launchedcontent in our live virtual online training format, but in order a new virtual, interactive training platform. This virtualto complete the course, participants need to submit a mock platform brings classroom courses to participants whereveraudit, which is best done in-person with our Safety Auditor they arewhether thats in their own office, home office orworkbooks.perhaps their living room.Obviously, safety is an essential component to anyCSAM still offers solutions.workplace, and in most instances, it is actually a legislatedWhen we offer Safety Auditor virtually, participants attend requirement, says CSAM Executive Director Sean Scott.one day in the online classroom, and then would complete Safety training can validate you are meeting your legaltheir mock audit using the online audit tool instead, Storey responsibilities, but more importantly, it promotes safesays. Our safety advisors, of course, would be available to workplaces and can reduce workplace incidents. answer any questions over the phone during this process.Using a webcam, microphone, PowerPoints and online chat,Regardless of what a company might need for training, CSAMs instructors facilitate classroom courses through liveCSAM has the answers. That includes customizedvirtual online training in a way that helps participants retainsafety training.knowledge better than regular online training courses. We are your trusted source and the go-to organization for Its been great to see how participants interact in the virtualanything related to health and safety, says Scott. In serving training, says Client Services Consultant Daniel Olson.you, we focus on providing exceptional customer service, Olson has facilitated many of CSAMs online courses. quality and valuewhich means we will provide training There is an anonymous chat feature, which often allows forhowever it is most convenient to you, and we can also better discussions, he says. People arent worried aboutcustomize course content so suit your specific needs. Just asking what others may perceive as a dumb question, so wegive us a call, we are here to help.can discuss questions more openly. Throughout September, CSAM has scheduled eight courses This virtual training opens geographical opportunities, aswith a virtual training option, with more to come in October well as opportunities for discussion. and November.We provide training for ALL Manitobans, says Training andFor more info on how we can help best serve Development Manager Meghan Storey. CSAM regularlyyour specific training needs, please visit our makes trips (to) The Pas, Thompson and our northernwebsite at constructionsafety.ca or give the communities to provide in-class safety training, but becauseCSAM Head Office a call at 204-775-3171.of the distance we are a bit limited as to how many times Issue 3 Fall Edition 2020 BUILD MANITOBA 27'