Events and Courses

Venue: Calgary Hall Categories: CWB, Education Welders who are registering for their CWB for the first time, they must register for a four position initial CWB test.  CWB tickets are valid for 2 years.  Tickets can be renewed by completing a one position check test.  Welders can register for a check test no more than 60 days prior… Read more »

Venue: Welding Centre Categories: CWB, Education Welders who are registering for their CWB for the first time, they must register for a four position initial CWB test.  CWB tickets are valid for 2 years.  Tickets can be renewed by completing a one position check test.  Welders can register for a check test no more than 90 days prior… Read more »

We reserve the right to change these dates.  Please be sure to check the calendar 48 hours in advance of your desired date. In Edmonton only: Located at the Edmonton Apprenticeship & Mechanical Training Centre- 15330 114 Ave Edmonton AB T5M 2Z2 (map on the left) SEMINAR: 9:00- 11:00 a.m. (check in at 8:30 a.m.)… Read more »

We reserve the right to change these dates.  Please be sure to check the calendar 48 hours in advance of your desired date. In Edmonton only: Located at the Edmonton Apprenticeship & Mechanical Training Centre- 15330 114 Ave Edmonton AB T5M 2Z2 (map on the left) START TIME: 8:30-11:00 a.m. TO REGISTER FOR THIS ASSESSMENT,… Read more »

MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30AM – 4:00PM Taking place in Calgary Our WorkSmart program is for those individuals who have successfully completed both the ARIS seminar and the Essential Skills Assessment. WorkSmart will prepare you for the job site by helping students identify job site hazards and be aware of controls that can eliminate or reduce the risk… Read more »

MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30AM – 4:00PM TAKING PLACE IN EDMONTON Our WorkSmart program is for those individuals who have successfully completed both the ARIS seminar and the Assessment Exam. WorkSmart will prepare you for the job site by helping students identify job site hazards and be aware of controls that can eliminate or reduce the risk of… Read more »

PREREQUISITES: OPEN TO ALL BOILERMAKER, WELDER AND APPRENTICE MEMBERS, FIELD AND SHOP. (NO APA’S) DAY ONE: BASIC RIGGING Determining load weight, center of gravity, lifting points Rigging hardware, slings, hooks, below the hook lifting devices Sling hitches, angles and sling tension DAY TWO: OVERHEAD CRANE Overhead crane components, inspections, lift planning, and operating practices Written… Read more »

Monthly Union Meetings take place the second Wednesday of every month. Members in Calgary (11055 48 Street SE) and Fort McMurray (258 Gregoire Drive) can join via satellite. All members are encouraged to attend!

Duration: 8 hours (approximate) Expires: 3 Years Engage in hands-on training and learn protection methods for preventing falls. TOPICS INCLUDE: Fall protection concepts Legislation and regulations Safety measures and best practices Identifying and assessing fall hazards Fall arrest systems and equipment Protection planning Effects of a fall and fall rescue planning Participants will engage in hands-on… Read more »

Venue: Welding Centre Categories: CWB, Education Welders who are registering for their CWB for the first time, they must register for a four position initial CWB test.  CWB tickets are valid for 2 years.  Tickets can be renewed by completing a one position check test.  Welders can register for a check test no more than 90 days prior… Read more »