Williams Lake Campus
Community Education and Workforce Development: Trades and Technology
At Thompson Rivers University, Williams Lake campus, the following Trades courses are offered:
- Aerial Lifts and Booms
- Forklift Safety
Aerial Lifts and Booms • XDRV 0500
This course uses in-class theory and hands-on practice to equip participants to safely operate Aerial Lifts and Booms. Successful participants will receive a certificate valid for three years.
The following topics are covered:
- Operator Fundamentals
- Machine Fundamentals
- Pre-Operational Inspections
- Safe Operation Guidelines
- Scissor Lifts
Upon successful completion, a certificate will be issued which is valid for 3 years.
Requirements: Steel-toed boots and photo ID
Date: To be announced
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $345
Forklift Safety • XDRV 0500
Acquire forklift-driving skills to the CSA Standards Industrial Lift Truck Operator Training. The combined in-class theory and hands-on practice provide an opportunity for you to learn basic safety operations, equipment safety checks, how to operate the equipment, and more. Please note, you will be required to drive a forklift, load and unload materials, and navigate through an obstacle course in a safe manner under the supervision of the instructor.
Upon successful completion, a certificate will be issued which is valid for 2 years.
Requirements: Steel-toed boots and photo ID
Date: Friday, August 1, 2025 (Registration will be open in July)
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $295
Contact Community Education and Workforce Development at 250-392-8010 or email wlcontinuingstudies@tru.ca to have your name placed on an interest list for upcoming course information.
