GUIDELINES FOR COMPLETING THE DIAMOND DRILLING ASSISTANT COMMON CORE PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORMS

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1 GUIDELINES FOR COMPLETING THE DIAMOND DRILLING ASSISTANT COMMON CORE PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORMS STEP 1: CONSULT WITH AN ADVISOR AND SECURE FUNDING Please contact one of the following local agencies: Employment Options: Employment & Training Consultant (ask for Second Career program) Band Office: Education Officer/Training Department Ontario Works Office: Case Worker Metis Nation of Ontario Other Local Training Offices/Authorities STEP 2: COMPLETE THE APPLICATION PACKAGE Read ALL documentation carefully in order to ensure that you understand the information contained within the registration package. Ensure that ALL supporting documentation is submitted. This list can be found on page 2. o Please be advised that there are three main forms that MUST be completely filled out. These forms are on pages 3-5. STEP 3: REVIEW THE APPLICATION PACKAGE WITH YOUR CAREER ADVISOR (IF APPLICABLE) BEFORE YOU SUBMIT IT TO THE NORTHERN TRAINING DIVISION STEP 4: FINALIZE THE APPLICATION AND ENROLLMENT PROCESS If at any time, you require assistance with completing the registration forms, please contact your Employment Counsellor, Funding Agency, or our Northern Training Division s Program Assistant at: (705) , Ext or via at diamonddrilling@northern.on.ca. All applications are reviewed by our program selection committee. Spaces are limited. Only those selected for the program will be issued letters of acceptance. 1 Page

2 Return completed application in care of Northern Training Division: By fax: (705) By By mail: Northern College, Kirkland Lake Campus PO Box 250, Kirkland Lake, ON P2N 3H7 Phone: (705) Ext Check List The following items must be attached to your application: Completed Application All Educational Experience including College or University Transcripts (if applicable) OSSD Certificate, ACE, GED, LBS or G2 Level Towes results Cover letter indicating your interest in this program Up-to-date résumé including formal education, certification, skills, and complete work history Indicated method of payment/request for sponsorship for tuition for the program. If you are applying for Sponsorship for this program, you need to apply immediately. Second Career funding can take 8-10 weeks to process for approval. Please submit your application and required documents while you are waiting for confirmation of funding. Signed Release of Information TABLE OF CONTENTS Registration Form Completion Guidelines Page 1 Check List Page 2 Registration Forms Page 3-5 Admission Requirements Page 6 Selection Process Page 6 Fee Schedule Page 7 Cancellation And Refund Policy Page 7 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Page 7 Accommodations Page 8 Program Objectives Page 9 Labour Market Information Page 10 Certification Page 11 Completion Requirements Page 11 Fitness Level Requirements Page 11 Attendance Page 11 Alcohol and Drugs Page 11 General Program Objectives Page Page

3 Diamond Drilling Assistant Common Core Training Program Candidate Application / Enrolment Form Training Provider: Northern College of Applied Arts & Technology Program: Diamond Drilling Assistant Common Core Program # P Program Code: M039W Start and End Dates: April 16 to June 22, 2018 General Information (Please print clearly): Last Name: First Name: Initial: Date of Birth: / / Gender: M F Day Month Year Street or PO Box: Town: Postal Code: Telephone Number: (Home) (Cell) Education Attainment: Please specify all that are relevant (All transcripts required): High School Diploma if not, specify last grade completed: College Diploma College Certificate post-secondary Trade certification Valid Driver s License G G1 G2 AZ Other Not Valid Reason: Other: Indigenous First Nations Inuit Francophone Metis Other 3 Page

4 Method of Payment: Sponsored: Sponsor Name: Contact Person: Fax Number: Tel. Number: Address: Note: If you are applying for Sponsorship for this program you need to apply immediately. For people applying to Second Career for funding this process can take 8-10 weeks to process for approval. If you will be paying for the program yourself, please complete the following: Cheque Money Order Cash Credit Card: Visa Number: Master Card Number: Signature: Expiry Date: Expiry Date: Date: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CONTACT: Name: Relationship: Address: Telephone Number: The following is an application and fee schedule for DUE DATES: Diamond Driller Assistant Common Core Application and Fee Schedule: Application due with all supporting documentation February 9, 2018 (Preferably) Acceptance Letters issued by Northern College February 12, 2018 Confirming financial assistance (funding) deadline March 26, 2018 Balance of Program Fees due or letter from Sponsor April 9, 2018 Program Start Date April 16, 2018 Graduation June 22, 2018 NOTE: Please submit your application and required documents while you are waiting for confirmation of funding or TOWES results (if applicable). 4 Page

5 RELEASE OF INFORMATION All sponsored students must complete the Release of Information below I hereby authorize the exchange of information between my Second Career Employment Counsellor, Metis Nation of Ontario office, Band Office and/or Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities Employment Counsellor to Northern College in relation to my application to the Diamond Drilling Assistant Common Core program. I HEREBY AUTHORIZE THE REGISTRAR OF NORTHERN COLLEGE OR HIS/HER DESIGNATE TO GIVE OUT THE INFORMATION BELOW: 1. My attendance, academic and placement records to my sponsor. 2. My attendance and performance records to prospective placement employers. 3. My attendance and academic records to the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. 4. My name and contact information to prospective employers. 5. I approve my photograph, video and/or testimonial being used for college promotional and/or publicity purposes. I CHOOSE TO OPT OUT OF THE FOLLOWING ABOVE SECTIONS (Note that you cannot choose to opt out of sections 1 to 3 as they are mandatory) FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF INDIVIDUAL PRIVACY ACT. The information on this form is collected under the legal authority of the Colleges and Universities Act R.S.O. 1980, C272, S5, R.R.O. 1980, reg. 640.The information is used for administrative purposes of the College and/or the ministries and agencies of the government of Ontario and the government of Canada. For further information, please contact the Registrar's Office. I have read the above statement and hereby authorize the release of information contained herein to the aforementioned. Signature Date Expiry Date: This release is valid until revoked in writing 5 Page

6 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Students must complete and return the following by Friday, February 9, 2018: 1. Application completed in full 2. or short letter indicating your interest in this program 3. Résumé including formal education, certification, skills, and complete work history. 4. If you are applying for Sponsorship for this program, you need to apply immediately. For people applying to Second Career for funding, this process can take 8-10 weeks to process for approval. Please note that for those students who missed the intake deadlines, your application will automatically be entered for the next program intake. (Contact our office for details). 5. Proof of education any transcripts from previous educational experience, if applicable. If you cannot produce a high school transcript that indicates an OSSD Certificate or certificates from the LBS and/or ACE programs, you will need to submit the results of a G2 Level TOWES ($ $14.30 (HST)= $ test with your application. Trainees can book themselves into a TOWES session by contacting the Northern Training Division at ext. 3650, or any other colleges that distribute the test by visiting the following site: The cost for testing is not included in the tuition fees and participants are responsible for the testing costs. 6. Students must be able to read, write, respond and receive instruction in the English language. 7. Indicate your method of payment. SELECTION PROCESS Upon submission of admission requirements as listed above, applications will be reviewed by staff of Northern College and industry partners for selection. Up to a maximum of 12 students will be selected. The successful applicants will be contacted no later than February 12, Applicants are subject to go through a pre-screening process prior to being accepted into this program, and may be required to attend an interview in person or via teleconference. The selection committee will base their decisions on the following criteria: Grade 12 (an asset, not a pre-requisite), or an equivalency (e.g. LBS, ACE or GED) G2 Towes test results (a minimum level 2 in all category of skills is preferred) Past experience in working with equipment considered an asset but not a prerequisite Mechanical skills Aptitude for physically demanding work Driver s licence (is an asset but not a pre-requisite) Please include this information via your resume or letter of interest. Also include copies of all applicable training attained as well as copies of any diplomas or certificates. 6 Page

7 FEE SCHEDULE The tuition fee for the course is $18,750**. The following certifications will be offered during the program, therefore, students are not required to update them prior to the program start up. WHMIS Propane Heaters Training First Aid/CPR Level C Lifting and Rigging Lockout & Tagout Awareness Worker Health and Safety Chainsaw Safety Awareness Awareness General Orientation Occupational Health & Safety for CANN//AMM Drug and Alcohol Workers Awareness training session Workplace Violence & Harassment Working at Heights Transportation of Dangerous Goods Northern College requires a $1, deposit with the application. A letter confirming sponsorship from a sponsoring agency will be accepted instead of the deposit. A letter confirming a schedule of financial assistance must be submitted by March 26, This fee will be deducted from the total left in the balance which must be paid in full by April 9, 2018 for those successful registrants accepted into the program. **tuition fees are revised yearly. Please note: If you are applying for sponsorship this process can take up to 8 to 10 weeks before approval is known ensure to apply as soon as possible. It is the trainee s responsibility to maintain contact with Northern College staff regarding their application. If we are unable to reach you, your space in the program may be reassigned. CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY Northern College will refund a registration fee, less a 10% service charge, for cancellations received in writing, 7 business days or more prior to the course/ program start date. There will be no refund for cancellations received 6 business days or less before a course / program start date. If a registered participant does not cancel and fails to attend the course / program, it will be treated as a late cancellation and no refund will be issued. This procedure also applies to business and industry clients for employee confirmations whereby an invoice would be applicable rather than a refund. If a participant is substituted for another, full payment will be applied to the replacement s registration. Should a course / program not have sufficient registrations, Northern College reserves the right to cancel and/or postpone the course / program. Students will be notified and have the option of a full refund or transferring into the next available course. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Arrangements will be made to ensure that the equipment listed below will be provided on the first day of training. The equipment costs covered by the tuition fee are as follows: Coveralls with reflectors (Winter Coat Seasonal) Hard hat (CSA Approved) with Muffs (Winter Liner Seasonal) Work gloves (Winter or Summer) Safety glasses with side shields CSA approved safety-boots with metatarsal guards (Ice Grips Seasonal) Miner s knife, wrench and belt **The above equipment will be purchased by Northern College for each student** 7 Page

8 The equipment that is not included in the cost of the tuition are as follows: Warm clothing especially in winter (i.e.: long underwear and wool socks) Full body rain gear and exercise gear (i.e.: running shoes, and clothing) Large water container for underground training **The participants will be responsible for their placement travel costs. Please ensure you budget $ For the theory/classroom components of the program, regular day-to-day clothing is acceptable. ACCOMMODATIONS Students are responsible for securing their own accommodations. Please search under Kirkland Lake in our on-line directory of housing options: We suggest that you find accommodations in Kirkland Lake for the duration of the program. Weather is unpredictable and so are the road conditions. Classes commence at 8:30am for theory and 8:00am for practical, so being on time is mandatory. Northern College is not responsible for reimbursing deposits on housing options. If you choose to travel, please discuss this with your funder in order to be aware of how your travel costs will be covered. 8 Page

9 Program Name Diamond Drilling Assistant Common Core Program Session Spring 2018 Program Length Total Hours per Week 10-week Certificate Program hours per week Start Dates April 16 to June 22, 2018 Location Kirkland Lake Campus, Training Drill Site and Alamos Gold Young-Davidson Mine Site. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES Northern College has developed this modular training program to cover the basic knowledge and skills required to work competently as a helper to a Surface and Underground Diamond Drill Operator. This Diamond Drilling Assistant Common Core Program is designed to cover the following areas of competency required in the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD) Certification Program #P and #P P770200: U0669 Follow Surface Diamond Drill Induction Procedures U0652 Work Safely In A Surface Diamond Drilling Environment U0653 Operate Hand and Power Tools U0655 Operate Lifting Mechanism(s) (Rigging) U0668 Protect The Natural Environment U0670 Perform General Lock Out & Tag on Prime Movers & Other Related Equipment (Surface) U0657 Recover and Handle Core U0673 Read & Interpret Layouts/Drill Hole Plan U0660 Operate Snowmobile U Operate Portable Generator U0656 Operate Portable Pumping Equipment (Propane Handling) U0661 Operate ATV U0654 Operate Chainsaw U0659 Operate Track Vehicle P770150: U0000 Follow Surface and Underground Induction Procedures U0001 Perform General Inspections U0002 Scale Loose Rock U0012 Perform General Lock Out & Tag on Prime Movers & Other Related Equipment (Underground) **See the attached appendix for specific information about each module.** Page 9

10 Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will have knowledge of equipment used in various underground and surface mining exploration operations in a safe manner, and receive certification in health and safety training that meets the industry standards in Ontario. LABOUR MARKET INFORMATION The skills learned in this program will assist graduates in attaining employment in a wide range of industrial setting i.e. mining, oil and other resources. Employment for this occupation is expected to grow. Many new positions are being created with the increased activity in mining exploration at a provincial, national, and international level and also to replace experienced diamond drillers and helpers as they retire. Diamond Drilling Assistants are employed in a variety of industries where they operate and maintain drill rigs, dismantle machinery, and install new equipment at remote sites. Most driller assistants or helpers can earn up to $50,000 + bonuses. Please review the web link provided for the Canadian Diamond Drilling Association s membership directory; each of the members are Diamond Drill Contractors, and potential employers. Canadian Diamond Drilling Association s membership directory Links to Labour Market Information Feel free to contact potential employers for specific labour market information. The following companies and many others could provide helpful information. If you have any additional questions, please contact Northern College directly. BOART LONGYEAR 310 Niven Street South, Box 789, Haileybury, ON P0J K0 Attn: Erica Maille Tel: (705) ext MAJOR DRILLING 270 Industriel Blvd. Rouyn-Noranda, QC J9X 6T3 Attn: Doris Beaudoin Tel: (819) FORAGE SPEKTRA 2756, Chemin Sullivan Val d Or, QC J9P 0B9 Attn : Christian Baril Tel.: BOREAL/ROUILLIER DRILLING 824, des Forestiers, Amos, QC J9T 4L4 Attn: Shany Harvey Tel. : FORAGE ASINII 33 Richard Street, Notre-Dame-du-Nord, QC J0Z 3B0 Attn : Roy Addison Tel.: FORAGE ORBIT GARANT 190, des Distributeurs, PO Box 965, Val D'or, QC J9P 4P8 Attn: Denis Ross Tel: (866) NOREX DRILLING 7210 Highway 101 East Timmins, ON P0N1C0 Attn: Julie Verville Tel:(705) FORACO International 56 av. Principale, bureau 200 Rouyn-Noranda, QC J9X 4P2 Attn : Shannon Nault Tel. : rouyn-noranda@foraco.com Page 10

11 CERTIFICATION Successful graduates of this program will receive a Northern College Certificate. This program will help prepare students for certification through the Apprenticeship Branch of the Ontario Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD), and help them be more competent and marketable to employers. Page 11 Once the applicant has received this basic training, the hiring company s appointed Signing Authority has one year to complete, sign and submit the original training applications and training reports to the local MAESD apprenticeship branch. COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS AND ATTENDANCE Generally, students must successfully complete every module through practical skills demonstration. A skills audit is performed near the end of the course to ensure students have the knowledge and skills required for Common Core. A 60% must be obtained for all in-class tests and assignments. An 80% must be obtained for all NORCAT Training provided. Students will partake in three weeks of in class theory, 6 weeks of practical on-site and certification training at the Northern College drill site, along with the Alamos Gold Young- Davidson Mine site in Matachewan, and complete a one week (minimum of 35 hours) of a nonpaid placement with a drilling company. All components of the program must be successfully completed to graduate. Some weekend days may be used for certification training, therefore students are advised to make necessary arrangements for travel. Students must maintain at a minimum 90% of attendance throughout the program. FITNESS LEVEL REQUIREMENTS Jobs in the mining sector are physically demanding. Therefore, it is recommended (but not required) that anyone pursuing a career in this field have a complete physical prior to registering for this program. Below average hearing, vision and back health may restrict the opportunities which exist in this field. Participants should also be aware that most contractors and mining companies require company medical exams as part of their hiring process including audio metric testing. Northern College will provide students with a personal trainer who will instruct them basic fitness routines in order to improve their strength and endurance along with nutritional counselling to better prepare the students for the physical aspects of working in mining. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS The diamond drilling environment can be very hazardous. All workers senses are required in order to be keenly aware of his/her environment at all times. The Instructors and Program Coordinator will have full authority to restrict anyone suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs from participating in training on any given day, this includes prescriptions. Anyone undergoing medical treatment should include a letter from their treating physician that they are capable of participating in the training and operating equipment while receiving treatment. Drug testing may be required by drilling companies when students are hired at the end of the program. NOTE: A breach in the Code of Conduct can result in immediate dismissal from the program.

12 COMMON CORE MODULES FOR DIAMOND DRILLING ASSISTANT COMMON CORE PROGRAM Modules General Objectives U0669 Follow Surface Diamond Drill Induction Procedures Follow surface diamond drill induction procedures, by identifying drill site work area; preparing to respond to emergencies; following company policies; identifying joint health and safety representatives/and or committee members; and operating/using communication systems according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0652 Work Safely in a Surface Diamond Drilling Environment Work safely in a surface diamond drilling environment, by wearing, adjusting and maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE); inspecting workplace and travel ways; erecting safety signs/barricades; operating fire extinguisher(s); selecting hand and power tools; dealing with hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions in the work place; working safely around hazardous materials; performing emergency shutdown; working around mobile equipment; working around rotating, stationary and portable equipment; working from tower/elevated work platform; lifting and carrying materials and/or supplies manually; locking out and tagging mobile and fixed equipment; performing emergency evacuation; and practicing good housekeeping in the workplace according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0653 Operate Hand and Power Tools Operate hand and power tools, by inspecting hand tools; operating hand tools; maintaining and storing hand tools; inspecting electrically powered hand tools; operating electrically powered hand tools; and maintaining and storing electrically powered hand tools according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0655 Operate Lifting Mechanisms Operate lifting mechanism(s), by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; performing pre-operational checks on lifting mechanism(s); conducting operational checks on lifting mechanism(s); selecting slinging equipment; raising and lowering materials/equipment using lifting mechanism(s); and shutting down lifting mechanism(s) according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards, and manufacturer specifications. Page 12

13 Modules General Objectives U0668 Protect the Natural Environment Protect the natural environment by, following the Environmental Plan; installing containment measures; managing spills and solid wastes; managing hazardous materials; and preventing forest fires around work site according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0670 Perform General Lock & Tag on Prime Movers & other Related Equipment Perform general lock out and tag on prime movers and other related equipment, by identifying and responding to workplace hazards; identifying prime mover(s) and other related equipment to be locked out and tagged for repair, maintenance/inspection and/or clean up; de-energizing system and other related equipment to ensure zero energy state; locking out and tagging prime movers and other related equipment to maintain a zero energy state; verifying zero energy state; performing work to be done; removing lock(s) and tag(s) after ensuring work has been completed; and energizing prime mover(s) and other related equipment according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0657 Recover and Handle Core Recover and handle core, by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; emptying core tube; placing core in core box(es); preparing core box(es) for transportation; and preparing and maintaining in hole tools according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0662 Operate Portable Generator Perform pre-operational checks on portable generator, operate portable generator under load conditions, conduct operational checks on portable generator under load and shut down generator. U0673 Read & Interpret Layouts/Drill Hole Plan Read and interpret layout(s)/drill hole plan, by interpreting standard symbols, plans, grid line(s) and construction drawings; using layout(s)/drill hole plan, measuring and reference devices; communicating the current status of layout/drill hole plan information to co-workers and others as required; verifying drilling specifications; and identifying and responding to safety notices according environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. Page 13

14 Modules General Objectives U0660 Operate Snowmobile Operate snow mobile, by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; performing pre-operational checks on snow mobile; starting up snow mobile; conducting operational checks on snow mobile; operating snow mobile to move personnel/ equipment/ product/material; shutting down snow mobile; refueling snow mobile; and performing maintenance and adjustments on snow mobile according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0656 Operate Portable Pumping Equipment Operate portable pumping equipment, by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; setting up portable pumping equipment; conducting pre-operational checks on portable pumping equipment; starting up portable pumping equipment; operating portable pumping equipment; monitoring portable pumping equipment operation; shutting down portable pumping equipment; refuelling portable pumping equipment; and performing maintenance and adjustments on portable pumping equipment according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0661 Operate ATV Operate all-terrain vehicle, by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; performing pre-operational checks on all-terrain vehicle; starting up all-terrain vehicle; conducting operational checks on all-terrain vehicle; operating all-terrain vehicle to move personnel/equipment/product/material; shutting down all-terrain vehicle; refueling all-terrain vehicle; and performing maintenance and adjustments on all-terrain vehicle according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0654 Operate Chainsaw Operate chainsaw, by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous condition, performing pre-operational checks, starting up, operational checks, operating chainsaw, maintaining chainsaw, post operational checks, all according to the environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. U0659 Operate Track Vehicle Operate track vehicle, by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; performing pre-operational checks on track vehicle; starting up track vehicle; conducting operational checks on track vehicle; operate track vehicle to move equipment/product/material; shutting down track vehicle; refuelling track vehicle and performing maintenance and adjustments ton track vehicle according to environmental plan, government legislation, company standards and manufacturer specifications. Page 14

15 U0000 Follow Surface and Underground Induction Procedures Follow surface and underground induction procedures by identifying surface and underground areas; responding to emergencies; applying company policies, union contracts, and joint health and safety policy; operating communication systems; identifying on-site explosive types and following related handling procedures; and reviewing multi-channel radio use. U0001 Perform General Inspections Perform general inspections by wearing, adjusting, and maintaining personal protective equipment; erecting safety signs; operating fire extinguishers; maintaining ventilation flow; operating hand and power tools; locking out and/or tagging mobile and fixed equipment; performing emergency evacuation; identifying and reporting water in chutes and hang-ups; and practising good housekeeping. U0002 Scale Loose Rock Scale loose rock by identifying and responding to loose and abnormal ground conditions, identifying and responding to faulty ground support, identifying and responding to workplace hazards, inspecting and preparing the rock for scaling, and scaling rock. U0012 Perform General Lock Out and Tag on Prime Movers and Other Related Equipment Perform general lock out and tag on prime movers and other related equipment by inspecting the workplace for hazardous and/or potentially hazardous conditions; identifying and responding to workplace hazards; identifying the prime mover(s) and other related equipment to be locked out and tagged; deenergizing the system and other related equipment; locking out and tagging the prime mover(s) and other related equipment; verifying a zero energy state; removing lock and tag; and energizing the prime mover(s) and other related equipment. Page 15