Student Language Resources

If you need an ESC certification for work but lack the English language skills to fully participate in the coursework, use the resources on this page to help prepare before enrolling in a class.

English Language Requirements for Energy Safety Canada Courses

Energy Safety Canada courses require students to have at least a Canadian Level Benchmark (CLB) Level 3. 

Students attending an Energy Safety Canada course MUST exhibit adequate English language skills to fully participate in the learning objectives and practical activities required for certification in the course. 

Personal translation devices are not permitted in the classroom. 

If you have any questions regarding the language requirement or the resources provided, please email Evaluations@EnergySafetyCanada.com. 

What you can expect from ESC Courses  

  • Chapter Assessment Quizzes 
  • Peer Discussions 
  • Practical Exercises 
  • Equipment Inspections 
  • Written Course Exam 

Recommended Pre-Course Preparation Resources 

You are encouraged to study the Participant Manuals prior to enrolling in the course.  You may use this digital version to translate difficult terms into your preferred language.

H2S Alive®
Participant Manual

H2S Participant Manual
H2S Participant Manual

Fall Protection
Participant Manual

Fall Protection Participant Manual V24.1
Fall Protection Participant Manual V24.1

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Participant Manual

 

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms V21.1
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms V21.1

Confined Space Entry and Monitor
Participant Manual

 

Confined Space Entry and Monitor V20.2
Confined Space Entry and Monitor V20.2

English Language Activity 

The following learning activity can help you understand your language abilities. Workers may still be required to pass a language assessment in-person before participating in a classroom course. 

LANGUAGE ACTIVITY 

For more information regarding language fluency benchmarks: CLB: ESL for Adults. 

Additional Language Resources 

If you require additional language development to prepare you for work in the energy industry, you can access these government-sponsored website resources: