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ATP Town HallFebruary 2021
Discussion Agenda1. 2021 plan for Consultation & Collaboration2. Post ENFORM/OSSA Transition to ESC3. ATP Website Audit and Review4. 2022 ATP Agreements5. Training New Instructors6. CI & ATP Resources7. Course Certificate Update8. New Student Feedback response9. Shipping Costs10.Virtual Client Meeting Offer
Primary Rationale for ESC StandardsProvide optimal conditions for thefacilitation of adult learning Instructors must use the teaching tools provided,teach all and only approved content,conduct themselves in an ethical & professional manner. These standards will apply to all ESC Instructors, Providers and staff. ESC may approve requests for Accommodation regarding standards
COVID-19 Response Success Appreciation for ATP diligence Few incidents reported All adequately handled by jurisdiction guidelines High customer confidence in ATP safeguardsSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety4
Improve Communication, Consultation & Collaboration1. Clear Communication of Decisions affecting ATPs2. Improve Consultation with ATPs prior to such decisions3. Opportunities for Collaborationa. Invitation to participate in DACUMb. Piloting course changes with Evaluators & ATP representativesc. Partnering with ATPs in developing instructional resourcesWe welcome suggestions for improvement
OSSA TransitionCourseESC Fall ProtectionESC Fire WatchConfined SpaceESC MEWPLaunch DateSept. 3, 2019Jul. 2, 2020Sept. 1, 2020Nov. 1, 2020Cut-Off DateOct. 31, 2019Sept. 8, 2020Nov. 1, 2020Feb. 1, 2021 No OSSA certified courses may be offered OSSA standard is no longer valid OSSA certificates prior to cut-off dates are valid to expiry– Replacements issued by the legacy-OSSA ProviderSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety6
ATP Website Audit & Review March 1 - ATP Website Audit No reference to former OSSA or Enform offerings Update logos and course descriptions Exception to issue OSSA replacement certsSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety7
Website Update Recommendations Accommodation policyStudent Conduct expectationsCourse running timeClass size maximumLateness PolicyParticipation and PPE requirementsCovid-19 Mitigation requirements
New 2022 AgreementsAll ATP and CI AGREEMENTS terminate Dec.31 2021.In October, in conjunction with the Annual Renewalprocess, all ATPs will be reminded of the requirementto sign a new Three-year Agreement.
New Instructor Training ProcessPre-entrance requirements include: Changes:Instructor must be certified in the course 1. Course Delivery Tutorial & InstructorGuide/Student Manual/PPT review requiredInstructor Comprehensive Exam (online)2. Only 1 mandatory co-teach (but additionalInstructor Skill Assessmentmay be required)Equipment/Facility Assessment3. Progress reported to the Sponsoring ATPSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety10
Instructional Skills Development Delivered virtually until at least Oct. 2021 4-day commitment, with homework Cost 1090 (may increase with classroom launch) Each CI is required to take this course and maybe required to re-take as a remedial measureSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety11
Instructor Training ProposalCurrent:Proposed: 350 for 1st, 200 for each 250 for 1st application, noadditionalcost for additional ones No cost for exams, 55 for examsassessments, online resources 210 for assessments Day-rate paid for co-teach and No cost for co-teaches &accreditation evaluationsaccred. evaluationunless additional requirementsare neededSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety12
Instructor Support Resources Instructor, ATP & Provider Portal Resources Write, Send & Document ATP/CI Bulletins Update Agreement, Handbook, & Code of Ethics Facilitate the Annual Instructor Recertification Respond to Accommodation Requests Write & Deliver Instructional Development Seminars Monitor EVALUATIONS inbox & HOTLINESetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety13
ATP Support Resources ATP application process ATP administrator training Course submission errorresolution Complaint response Accommodation requests ATP investigation &performance management Student code of conductSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety Annual authorizationrenewal and pro-rated fees Triennial Agreement Facility visits (virtual) Equipment inspections ATP survey & response ATP CommunicationBulletins14
Request for AccommodationIf unable to comply with standards, send a letter toEvaluations with subject line,“Request for Accommodation.”In consultation with the Program Manager, a response will besent either (a) denying request or(b) approving under controlled conditions(precautions, caveats and timeframes)Even if denied, the request is valuableSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety15
Course CertificatesFraudulent or Counterfeit Reporting Procedure On-line Validation ToolInstructor Certification Re-implemented soonCert. Completion Guide Examples of ticketsSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety16
Online Student Feedback Survey Certificate validation email focused on the surveyMonthly prize drawAdded question about the ATP facilityInstructors required to introduce surveyProgram to convey trends & complaints to ATPWatch for a Bulletin with the detailsSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety17
Shipping Costs Aligning shipping cost to impending change inCanada Post and Purolator rates Fees may increase/decrease depending on region Reminder: During Covid-19, please book counterorders with Training Services, and adhere to thepick-up time (in ½ hour booking slots)Setting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety18
ATP Credit AccountESC default terms on credit accounts is “Net 30” Credit limits set at approval of a comprehensive credit application Credit limits will be more strictly adhered to Escalation of accounts in default may include:– Administrative fees– Account on hold (no account activity permitted)– ATP ProbationEngage ESC Finance early if you are experiencing difficultiesmaintaining your accountSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety19
ESC/ATP Client Outreach Purpose is to address ATP client concerns If interested, submit a request and a sessionwill be scheduled virtually Discussions are tailored to hear and addressyour client concernsSetting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety20
Provider Support ContactsPolicies, standards,ATP concerns orcomplaints,Instructor training,or fraudulent certs:Evaluations@Course content,equipment reqs,Industry standards:Training@Purchasing, ordering orsubmitting materials:CustomerService@Paul Beach 780 955 6078Instructor Hotline 780 819 2998Setting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety21
Thank Youfor helping us strengthenour ATP partnership!Setting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety22
Confined Space Sept. 1, 2020 Nov. 1, 2020 ESC MEWP Nov. 1, 2020 Feb. 1, 2021 Setting the Standard in Oil and Gas Safety 6 No OSSA certified courses may be offered OSSA standard is no longer valid OSSA certificates prior to cut-off dates are valid to expiry -Replacements issued by the legacy-OSSA Provider. ATP Website Audit & Review March 1 - ATP Website Audit No reference .
