Coastal Training Consultants Ltd.

Vancouver Snow and Ice Fleet Driver and Equipment Training Courses from Coastal Training ConsultantOn-line Training Courses: National Safety Code Course Online Workplace Hazardous Materials (WHMIS)We are now in our 21st year at Coastal Training Consultants Ltd. as a professional driver and equipment operator training company, providing a variety of services to municipalities, fleets, and other organizations. With extensive backgrounds in training and in teaching, we focus on delivering relevant, up-to-date training options. While we do not provide our practical training opportunities to the "general public" we use our energies to offer an extensive array of programs, courses, and services to municipalities and to organizations that are wishing professional-level, on-site customized training programs, courses, and services. Now we have many courses ON-LINE. Check these out!

"Training is the secret to a great operation, one with safe, competent, confident employees."

New On-Line course Available soon: Snow and Ice Control - Trucks and Attachments

Snow and Ice Control FAQ's

Coastal Training Snow & Ice Control

Vancouver Snow and Ice Fleet Driver and Equipment Training Courses from Coastal Training Consultant

One of our specialty programs is Snow and Ice Control©, which is made up of a set of 'snowfighter' training options in winter road maintenance. We offer theory and practical training choices, full programs and short courses. Coastal Training specializes in custom-creating training which accommodates the particular needs of our clients – we can deliver municipality-specific training programs that encompass your policies, procedures, and objectives, while focusing upon new technology, methods, and industry best practices.

Vancouver Snow and Ice Fleet Driver and Equipment Training Courses from Coastal Training Consultant

Our full programs comprise theory courses, practical training, and assessment, emphasizing driver functions, skills, and knowledge. We teach the operators! As well, we offer consulting services and training to fleet managers, mechanics, and others involved in the snow and ice control task.

News: As of Fall 2008, there are more options in Snow and Ice Control training:

 

Snow and Ice Control © - FAQ's

1. What is the benefit of my municipality developing an actual training program, when we can have senior operators train my drivers?

Although senior operators may have a great deal of experience and may be professional operators, they may not have the skills to impart the required information in an appropriate manner and sequence to trainees. There may also be the risk that poor operating habits, which may be dangerous, will be passed onto a new operator.

Senior operators may also have some preconceived notions about operating and training and may not truly understand a trainee’s situation. Assumptions may be made which could cause some problems. Coastal Training encourages municipalities to benefit from the experience of their senior operators in as many ways as possible; however, we also always recommend a formal training program, even an in-house one where desired.

2. What is a good size of sand for sanding operations?

First of all, the material should be angular in shape, should be big enough to create traction, yet should be small enough to prevent causing damage; however, the speed on the road will dictate the size of material – the faster the application speed, the higher percentage of larger-sized aggregate will have to be used in order to prevent it from being blown off the road.

3. How do we determine a proper plowing speed?

The type of plow will dictate the maximum speed at which snow can be plowed. The type of snow and the depth of it will also dictate the plow speed. If the snow is deep, slower speeds may be needed in areas where snow cannot be thrown a great distance, such as in residential areas. If the plow was designed for highway speeds, then higher speeds may be desirable to project the snow over snow banks and off of the roadway.

Attack angles and plow angles will also determine safe plowing speeds.

4. Who should dispatch snowplows?

The person working in this capacity should have an intricate knowledge of the area and of any hazards or critical areas, such as oversized intersections, steep hills, bridges. This person must also have a very good understanding of traffic patterns over the course of the day in given locations. As well, a good knowledge of the operators, the equipment, and local geography is essential.

5. What is the minimum standard that an operator should meet in order to effectively operate snowplows and spreaders?

Driving should be second nature to the operator before he/she can be considered to operate snowplows or spreaders. The operator must have confidence in operating in winter road conditions, a good knowledge of the snow and ice control plan that your organization is using, and knowledge of the standards, policies, and procedures that are in place. Your operators must understand that any communications must be handled through appropriate channels.