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2026 Health and Safety Training for Mural Artists

In partnership with StreetARToronto, Mural Routes is offering subsidized practical training in Health and Safety specifically for mural artists. We are offering three types of courses: Working at Heights, Scissor Lift, and Boom Lift training.

Please note: Registrations are currently at capacity, please email to be added to the waitlist. kim@muralroutes.ca

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

  • Working at Heights (WAH): Provides the required knowledge for working at heights safely with a focus on ladder safety. Participants obtain hands-on experience connecting and inspecting different types of fall protection equipment. This certification is required in Ontario for any worker whose feet are higher than six feet above the ground.
  • Scissor Lift: Focuses on self-propelled elevated work platforms (scissor lifts). The course covers OHSA legislation, pre-operational inspections, battery care, and job site hazards.
  • Articulating Boom Lift: Focuses on self-propelled elevated work platforms, specifically articulating boom lifts. Similar to the scissor lift training, this course reviews safe operation, inspections, and fall protection.

TRAINING DETAILS

For: Artists seeking training for mural-making purposes.
Provider: STS Group (a Ministry of Labour approved provider).
Certification: Upon successful completion, participants receive a Ministry of Labour-approved certification valid for three years.
Cost: Free

Dates & Times:

  • Thursday June 4th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Thursday June 11th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Wednesday June 17th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Wednesday July 8th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Friday June 12th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Thursday July 9th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Friday July 10th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Thursday July 16th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)
  • Friday July 17th, 9am – 4:30pm (Full)


Locations:
Working at Heights to take place at 450 Broadview Ave. Toronto, M4K 2N3
Lift Training to take place at 75 Tiverton Court, Markham, L3R 9V2
*Modest travel reimbursements are available for artists who face barriers to participation based on location – contact kim@muralroutes.ca for more info

IMPORTANT PREREQUISITES

Working at Heights Certification: A valid WAH certificate is a mandatory prerequisite for both Scissor Lift and Boom Lift workshops.
Scissor Lift Training: It is recommended that participants have up-to-date Scissor Lift training before attending Boom Lift training.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kim Dayman, Executive Director, at kim@muralroutes.ca.

Please contact kim@muralroutes.ca to be added to the registration wait list for any spots that become available. If you have an upcoming mural project for 2026 that requires these certifications please reach out to inquire about on-demand training or resources.

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