Training

For today's road transportation professional, continuing education is an important element of maintaining a competitive edge. BCTA and our partners offer training courses, workshops and seminars that keep you and your staff informed and current on regulations that affect your businesses, increase your business value through leadership and HR training, and boost your safety programs.

Our courses, seminars and workshops are presented in two categories: Safety & Regulations and Other (which includes Business, Human Resources and Leadership). Selecting an offering will show you the next available dates. You can also search the calendar to find training and events suited to your schedule.

Safety & Regulations
Cargo Securement
This full-day training is based on Standard 10 of the National Safety Code and follows the requirements of enforcement officers as well as drivers and carriers. Participants will learn how to apply the securement requirements in the Standard, how to safely load and secure specific types of commodities and how to inspect a secured load for compliance with the Standard. Following this standard places drivers in compliance with provincial, federal and US regulations.
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Introduction to Automotive Shop Safety
The Alberta Motor Transport Association, in partnership with the Safety in Schools Foundation of Canada, offers this online course aimed at providing workers entering the automotive repair industry with a basic understanding of the common hazards found in automotive shops.
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Managing Workplace Impairment Training
This half-day DOT compliant course is designed for managers, supervisors, safety and compliance staff, dispatchers and any staff member who is in regular contact with employees in safety-sensitive positions. The course provides essential education that will help companies, through their supervisors, overcome the many challenges they will face when addressing substance use in their workplaces and when implementing compliant testing policies.
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National Safety Code Program Course
BCTA offers the National Safety Code (NSC) Program in three sections so that attendees will achieve a complete understanding of the National Safety Code regulations.
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National Safety Code Program, Level II, Course
This full day course focuses upon National Safety Code (NSC) compliance and record-keeping with an emphasis on preparing to be audited by NSC auditors.
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Online National Safety Code Program Course
BCTA offers the National Safety Code (NSC) Program in three sections so that attendees will achieve a complete understanding of the National Safety Code regulations.
Next Date: March 23, 2021
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Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) – Train the Trainer
This 2-day course being delivered by a former Provincial CVSE Officer, TDG Inspector and Trainer, is designed for trainers intending to offer or conduct TDG Training Certification or carriers and drivers looking to enhance their knowledge of TDG.
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Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) – Trainer Refresher
This full-day training is designed for existing TDG Trainers who offer or conduct TDG Training Certification and hold a current or expired TDG Trainer certificate.
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Other
CleanBC HDVE - Service/Supply Sector Webinar
BCTA is pleased to announce that the Province will continue its support for the CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency (HDVE) Program for year-two, which will run from September 17, 2020 to March 31, 2021. This year’s Incentive Program will include a significantly expanded list of eligible equipment.
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CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program Course
BCTA will be accepting applications for CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency (HDVE) Program Incentives for 2021 in late January. One requirement - successful completion of this free, one-day training.
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Training Partnerships

  • BCTA's Online Training Service, powered by CarriersEdge, gives you unlimited use of a complete library of online training courses for one low monthly fee. For more information click here.
  • Trucking HR Canada's online workplace anti-harassment & violence training program will assist federally-regulated employers with new compliance requirements as of January 1, 2021.  Click here for more information.
  • Crestcom International's Bullet Proof ® Manager training program is offered to BCTA members at a 10% discount on annual tuition for companies new to the program in BC.  Contact Mike Lorenz or click here for more information.
  • DVD Training Programs are available for purchase in the BCTA Shop.