Safety and Shop Procedures

Course code AUTO 1050

Credit 2.5

Length 55.0 hours

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This automotive safety course covers essential shop safety protocols, PPE requirements, and hazard recognition and mitigation strategies. Students learn safe handling procedures, lockout/tagout, emergency response, and fire safety. This course also includes WHMIS, First Aid, Ladder Safety, and Forklift training certifications, preparing students for safe professional work practices in automotive service environments.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Shop Safety PPE Requirements
  • Workplace Hazard Risk Mitigation
  • Safe Equipment Handling Procedures
  • Lockout Tag Out & Hazmat Protocols
  • Fire Safety Emergency Response
  • Certification Training Programs Overview

PLAR is assessed through a challenge exam, interview, or worksite assessment.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42527 April 12, 2027
to April 30, 2027
Lecture VCC Broadway Building A See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.