Photo Op! - Specialist Training Continues
May 11, 2010
The Transportation Technology Specialist High Skills Major Students at Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute are continuing to receive specialized training as part of their program. On Tuesday, May 11th, Inspector Terry Hanshire of the Thunder Bay Fire Services will be providing students with hands on training on the proper use of fire extinguisher operation and fire suppression.
As part of the program, Transportation Specialist High Skills Major students are required to extinguish a gasoline fire under the careful guidance of a fire fighter. Inspector Hanshire will also provide students with the education they need in regards to safety precautions for the new hybrid high voltage vehicles and what to do in the event of an accident. All graduating High Skills Major Students will be trained in First-Aid, CPR and AED training before the leave Grade 12.
Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute is home to the Transportation Technology and Arts and Culture Specialist High Skills Major programs. Students are able to meet the requirements for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) while developing essential skills in either in the Transportation Technology and Arts and Culture Specialist High Skills Major programs. Students who successfully complete the elements of the program receive the Specialist High Skills Major designation on their OSSD diploma.
Tuesday, May 11
10:30 a.m.
Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute
707 S. James Street
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