Training That Protects People — and Builds Strong Teams

New and young workers are four times more likely to be injured in their first month on the job than at any other time. The reason is rarely carelessness—it’s lack of training, unclear expectations, and hesitation to speak up.

OPA training helps close that gap.

For Youth & New Workers 👷‍♀️🌱

Starting a new job can be exciting—and overwhelming. You may be learning new skills, working with unfamiliar equipment, or navigating a workplace for the first time.

OPA training helps you:

• Understand workplace hazards and how to avoid them

• Build confidence to ask questions and speak up

• Learn hands-on skills from experienced professionals

• Feel prepared, capable, and safe on the job

Our courses combine classroom learning with practical experience, so you leave knowing what to expect—and how to succeed.

For Supervisors & Employers 🛠️🌿

A well-trained team is a safer, more productive team.

OPA training supports supervisors and organizations by:

• Reducing workplace injuries and incidents

• Ensuring staff understand their roles and responsibilities

• Building confidence, competence, and accountability

• Supporting onboarding and professional development

• Meeting industry standards and best practices

Our courses are delivered by industry experts across Ontario and are continuously updated based on member feedback to meet real-world needs.

Training Brought to Your Workplace

To save time and stretch training budgets, OPA can deliver any of our courses directly to your municipality or organization.

Even if you have only one or two staff members to train, we encourage you to get in touch. OPA will promote your session to neighbouring organizations—helping fill the course while fostering networking and collaboration across the industry.

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