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Module 2.0 How to be Successful in this Course
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Module 2.1 Introduction to Natural Gas
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Module 2.2 The Natural Gas Industry in British Columbia
- Overview
- Learning Outcomes
- Natural Gas Science – The Simple Version
- Natural Gas Science – Chemistry
- Natural Gas Science – Physics
- Natural Gas Science – Units of Measurement
- Natural Gas Science – Geology
- Natural Gas Resources and Uses
- Oversight of the Natural Gas Industry
- Understanding Land Rights and Natural Gas
- Energy and the Future
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Module 2.3 Upstream – Well Site Selection, Preparation and Drilling, Completion, Production, Water Recycling, and Reclamation
- Learning Outcomes
- The Upstream Sector – Extraction and Processing
- The Upstream Sector – Exploration and Site Selection
- The Upstream Sector – Preparation and Drilling
- The Upstream Sector – Completion
- The Upstream Sector – Production
- The Upstream Sector – Water Recycling
- The Upstream Sector – Reclamation
- Upstream Companies and Jobs in British Columbia – Companies
- Upstream Companies and Jobs in British Columbia – Industry Associations
- Upstream Companies and Jobs in British Columbia – Professional Associations
- New Vocabulary
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Module 2.4 Midstream – Transportation, Processing, Refining
- Learning Outcomes
- The Midstream Sector
- The Midstream Sector – Processing Natural Gas
- The Midstream Sector – Liquefied Natural Gas
- The Midstream Sector – An Emerging Industry
- The Midstream Sector – Processing LNG
- The Midstream Sector – Proposed LNG Projects in British Columbia
- Transportation
- Midstream Companies and Jobs in British Columbia
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Module 2.5 Downstream – Refining and Markets
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Module 2.6 Health and Wellness in the Natural Gas Industry
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Module 2.7 Safety
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Module 2.8 Terminology and Communication
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Module 2.9 Jobs and Careers
- Learning Outcomes
- Industry Outlook
- Technology is Changing Workforce and Skills
- Employment in the Natural Gas Industry
- Employment in the Natural Gas Industry – Types of Employment
- Employment in the Natural Gas Industry – Range of Jobs
- Employment in the Natural Gas Industry – High Demand Jobs and Occupations
- Occupational Education and Training
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Module 3.0 How to be a Valued Employee
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Module 3.1 Identifying Interests and Skills
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Module 3.2 Looking for Employment in Natural Gas
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Module 3.3 Applying for Employment in Natural Gas
Companies
A number of companies focus solely on supplying safety services, such as industrial firefighting, first aid and paramedic services, training, etc. to employers and job sites in the natural gas industry. There are many safety businesses and organizations, and a few examples are listed below. Follow the hyperlink to the company’s website to find out more about what these companies do. Note the names any companies or jobs that strikes you as interesting.
Website 5: Action Health and Safety Services
http://actionservices.ca/
Website 6: Energy Safety Canada
https://www.energysafetycanada.com/
Website 7: MC Rehabilitation and Wellness
Website 8: St. John Ambulance
http://www.sja.ca/English/Pages/default.aspx
Website 9: Trojan Safety Services Ltd.
http://www.trojansafety.com/content/services
Occupations and Jobs
Examples of specific safety jobs are listed below. Module 2.9 helps you explore information and career paths for these jobs.
- Construction Safety Officers (CSOs)
- Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs)
- Occupational First Aid Level 3 (OFA3s)
- Occupational Health and Safety Officer
- Primary Care Paramedics (PCPs)
- Safety Coordinator
- Carrier Safety Inspector
- Commercial Transport Enforcement Officer
Suggested Reading
- WorkSafe BC: Enhancing Health & Safety Culture & Performance
https://www.worksafebc.com/en/health-safety/create-manage/enhancing-culture-performance
Appendix A
- Safety Meeting and Hazard Checklist form
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA) form
