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Entry Level Skills Awareness Programs (ELSA) are designed to teach essential skills, safety training,
​transferrable job skills, and personal empowerment to new and young workers.

Training Locations: Picton and Belleville
​Format: Instructor Led
Duration: Custom

Private Sessions - Custom training  programs tailored to our clients needs
​When: Starting Spring 2026

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THE DETAILS

Safety Guys has been supporting new workers entering Ontario’s construction industry for nearly two decades. Our Entry Level Construction Techniques and Safety program is built for people who are just starting out — job seekers, students, second-career participants, and anyone looking for a practical, confidence-building introduction to construction work.

This program blends safety training with hands-on skill development so participants understand both how to work safely and how to perform essential construction tasks.

From tool handling to site awareness, from Working at Heights to communication and jobsite expectations, our training reflects real projects, real hazards, and real employer needs.

We’ve delivered these programs in partnership with agencies such as St. Lawrence College, KEYS Employment Services, Career Edge, and community organizations, helping hundreds of new workers gain foundational skills and find meaningful work in construction.

​Our focus is simple: teach the basics well, build confidence early, and prepare people to step onto a job site safely and successfully.

This course will be conducted at our new Base 31 Satellite Training Centre in Prince Edward County and at our Belleville location.
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100% of participants received job offers and/or work placements upon completion. Employers reported participants showed up job-ready, confident, and aware of site expectations Participants demonstrated strong safety awareness and solid foundational skills

Christine Durant, Program Coordinator, Prince Edward Learning Centre

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​These 2–6 week programs are custom-designed for job seekers, new workers entering the trades, and students building foundational skills. 

OUTCOMES

"In 2025, Prince Edward Learning Centre delivered two successful cohorts of the Construction Basics Program, with expert training provided by Safety Guys. This program is designed to support individuals and youth who are furthest from employment—helping them build skills, confidence, and a clear pathway into the construction sector. Safety Guys delivered high-quality, hands-on training rooted in real industry experience. Participants gained essential safety certifications, tool familiarity, practical building skills, and on-site readiness.

The results speak for themselves:

• 100% of participants received job offers and/or work placements upon completion
• Employers reported participants showed up job-ready, confident, and aware of site expectations
• Participants demonstrated strong safety awareness and solid foundational skills
• Employers have committed to hiring again from future cohorts

This partnership has created a meaningful pipeline to employment—supporting local workforce needs while opening doors to long-term careers in construction.The Safety Guys have played a pivotal role in the impact and success of the program, empowering participants to take their first steps into a growing and high-demand industry."

~ Christine Durant, Program Coordinator, Prince Edward Learning Centre

who should attend?

• Job seekers entering the construction industry
  
• Students enrolled in employment or pre-apprenticeship programs
  
• New construction workers with little to no experience
  
• Individuals returning to the workforce who need updated skills
  

• Youth and young adults exploring skilled trades
  
• Second-career participants transitioning into construction
  
• Employment centre clients (KEYS, Career Edge, Agilec, etc.)
  
• Community or college groups needing job-readiness training
  

Popular Modules

Construction Safety Fundamentals

• OHSA basics, roles & responsibilities
• PPE, hazard recognition, safety culture
• Safe lifting, manual material handling
• Working at Heights
• Tool guarding, workshop safety

​Essential Hands-On Skills

• Measuring, marking, cutting, fastening
• Safe use of hand and power tools
• Introductory carpentry tasks
• Safe material handling and housekeeping
• Working with wood, fasteners, concrete basics

​Worksite Awareness & Job Readiness

• Jobsite expectations, communication, teamwork
• Reading basic drawings
• Identifying common construction hazards
• Understanding employer expectations

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Add-On Modules

• WHMIS
• Traffic Control
• Confined space awareness
• Mid-size equipment awareness
• MEWP: Scissor Lift 

Proud Sponsor of Career Day 2026

Spring, 2026  - Portsmouth Olympic Harbour

In partnership with Utilities Kingston, Safety Guys is proud to sponsor this year's Career Days!  Join us in the spring at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour for a dynamic two-day event connecting local high school students with the world of skilled trades. Hundreds of students will meet local businesses, unions, and inspiring entrepreneurs, exploring hands-on displays and real career pathways. 

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